Carmel City Center Travel Guide
Indianapolis
Visit Carmel City Center
Popular places to visit
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Buckle up at the world’s most famous speedway and experience G-force thrills usually reserved for race car drivers.
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
Dinosaurs and pirate ships, interactive exhibits, games and toys from a bygone age — it’s all at this children’s wonderland.
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
Midwest National Parks – Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
The Chefs Table Noblesville Walking Tour and Dinner Experience
Top hotels in Carmel City Center
Omni Severin Hotel
"Registration was quick and easy. Staff was friendly and helpful from door to room. Room was spacious and clean. The bed was so comfortable! Exercise room was ok. Limited equipment but it’s a hotel. Small pool. Parking can be difficult if you do not valet. The city is quick to give out tickets. Hotel ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Fontana Hotel
"Fast easy check in and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 26 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 hotel, very clean and amazing rain shower"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Best Western Plus Indianapolis North at Pyramids
"Enjoyed our stay, very clean and the employees were very helpful"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Bottleworks Hotel
"The best"
Reviewed on 24 May 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, 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.
