Carmel City Center Travel Guide
Indianapolis
Visit Carmel City Center
Popular places to visit
Lucas Oil Stadium
Catch an event at Lucas Oil Stadium during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Buckle up at the world’s most famous speedway and experience G-force thrills usually reserved for race car drivers.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Dinosaurs and pirate ships, interactive exhibits, games and toys from a bygone age — it’s all at this children’s wonderland.
Indiana Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Indiana Convention Center during your trip to Indianapolis. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Indianapolis Zoo
Much more than an animal park, this downtown attraction also features an aquarium and botanic garden.
Things to do
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Wicked Wraiths of White River: Indianapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Carmel City Center
Ironworks Hotel Indy
Very cool aesthetic!! Very clean and great location
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Bottleworks Hotel
I’ve stayed at Bottleworks a few times now. Each time has been consistently great.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Omni Severin Hotel
Great location walking distance to venues. Lots of restaurants. Quiet room, clean, comfortable bed. Just wish there were more dining options/ snack options available after 11pm after a game/concert. Would definitely stay again. Highly recommend valet.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis North
Did not use the gym
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We had thermostat issues with the first room assigned, but it was quickly addressed and we were moved to another room. The environment was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
Convenient location. Nice rooms
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Carmel City Center
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, Glendale Town Center and Indianapolis Art 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.
