Downtown Carmel
Indianapolis
Visit Downtown Carmel
Popular places to visit
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Petrol heads won’t be able to resist a visit to this legendary home of American motorsport.
Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Catch an event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Indiana Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Let the little ones play to their heart’s content among interactive exhibits which are educational as well as fun.
Indianapolis Zoo
This world-class facility combines pioneering conservation and research facilities with state-of-the-art exhibits and good, old-fashioned fun.
Things to do
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Midwest National Parks – Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
The Chefs Table Noblesville Walking Tour and Dinner Experience
Top hotels in Downtown Carmel
Omni Severin Hotel
"Great place middle of downtown!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
"You can tell this hotel is going through a transition. The rooms were not the cleanest and the hallways are very dimly lit. If you look closely every door is beat up. One of our two rooms door chains was coming loose and the other had an A/C that was rattling very loud. The staff was great and the ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
"The food was OK, but it certainly did not justify the price, even given the convenience of having it right there in our hotel lobby"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Ironworks Hotel Indy
"Great spot for us to stay for Indy 500 weekend."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
"The staff was always so polite and accommodating. The rooms were very clean too."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Bottleworks Hotel
"The best"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Carmel
Castleton
Travellers come to Castleton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Castleton Square and Dave & Buster's while you're in town.
Broad Ripple
While Broad Ripple isn't home to many top sights, Indianapolis Art Center and Glendale Town Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Meridian-Kessler
If you're spending some time in Meridian-Kessler, Indiana State Fairgrounds and Marsh Grandstand are top sights worth seeing.
Mapleton/Fall Creek
Travellers enjoy Mapleton/Fall Creek for its museums and live music. Consider checking out Freetown Village while you're in the area.
Martindale-Brightwood
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Martindale-Brightwood. You might want to make time for a stop at George Washington Park or Willis Mortuary.
Near Northside
Well liked for its riverfront and historical sites, Near Northside is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Methodist Hospital and Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, and jump on the metro at Methodist Station to get around the city.
