Carmel Arts and Design District, IN

Indianapolis

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Carmel Arts and Design District showing outdoor art
Carmel Arts and Design District showing signage
Carmel Arts and Design District featuring outdoor art and a statue or sculpture
Carmel Arts and Design District featuring outdoor art
Search through the galleries and studios of Carmel's downtown arts district for antique pieces and unique works of art for your home.

Go on a tour of the Carmel Arts and Design District, a booming cultural hotspot of galleries, antique stores, restaurants, interior designers and specialty retail shops. Purchase original paintings and sculptures, participate in classes and events that support the development of the arts or simply relax in a bustling enclave of creativity.

Enter the district through one of its four brick gateways. Browse the galleries and studios and purchase paintings and sculptures by local and international artists.

On the second Saturday of every month, join the free gallery art walk, an opportunity to quiz artists about their work and inspirations.

Open up your creativity in art classes hosted by a small number of galleries. For a full list of special events, visit the district’s official website.

As you make your way through the district, pause to study the outdoor life-size sculptures. Among them are painted figures of a street musician playing a violin, a police officer greeting a passerby and a gray-haired businessman sitting on a bench reading his newspaper. These works of art were created by J. Seward Johnson Jr., an American sculptor who is noted for the realism of his work.

Rummage through specialty stores and antique shops and pick up some home décor ideas from the district's interior designer showrooms.

Enjoy lunch, dinner and refreshments in any of the cafés and restaurants scattered throughout the area.

After your visit, consider a run, hike or bike ride. The district has direct access to the Monon Trail, a biking, walking and running trail that follows an old railway line through parts of Indiana. It links parks, state fairgrounds and commercial and residential areas.

The Carmel Arts and Design District is located in the heart of downtown Carmel, about 23 miles (37 kilometers) from downtown Indianapolis and about 27 miles (44 kilometers) from Indianapolis International Airport. Find free and paid parking spaces throughout the district.


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Ironworks Hotel Indy
Ironworks Hotel Indy
4 out of 5
2721 E 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₩261,749 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
₩261,749
₩306,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,383 reviews)
"The bartender at Provision was awesome. She made my Negroni perfect, balanced and delicious. We had apps and deserts at the bar and was amazing. Def stay here again and dine at Provision is a must."

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

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Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel
Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel
4 out of 5
31 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₩130,217 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
₩130,217
₩152,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Entirely adequate accommodations on the Circle
"Super friendly staff. Turquoise was wonderfully friendly & funny. She checked us in 45 minutes early on a super busy Friday. Check out staff was also friendly & funny; kudos to the trainee who helped. Accommodations were entirely acceptable. Room wasn't out of date but wasn't too fancy or modern. ..."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel
Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union Stn by IHG
Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union Stn by IHG
3.5 out of 5
123 W Louisiana St, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₩209,940 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
₩209,940
₩245,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Friendly staff, clean, comfortable. The history of the building is very cool!"

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

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Omni Severin Hotel
Omni Severin Hotel
4 out of 5
40 West Jackson Place, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₩232,666 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
₩232,666
₩272,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (310 reviews)
"Great property. Really enjoyed our stay. The pool and gym are lackluster to say the least. I've seen better at highway exit hotels. Room was very spacious, one window was filled with moisture and mold. Pre check-in requests (extra pillow, linens) were not fulfilled, but they quickly addressed it. ..."

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

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Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
4 out of 5
350 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₩222,143 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
₩222,143
₩259,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Walking distance to Lucas Oil"

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025

Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
JW Marriott Indianapolis
JW Marriott Indianapolis
4 out of 5
10 S West Street, Indianapolis, IN
The price is ₩235,297 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
₩235,297
₩275,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,217 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

JW Marriott Indianapolis
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