Carmel Arts and Design District Travel Guide

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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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Top hotels in Carmel Arts and Design District

Ironworks Hotel Indy
Ironworks Hotel Indy
4 out of 5
2721 E 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN
The price is Rp3.140.000 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
Rp3.140.000
Rp3.673.800 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,204 reviews)
"Hotel has a unique vibe with the historical industrial theme. There are a lot of period looking pieces in the hotel ranging from the woodwork, steel, and decorative pieces most of which are probably reclaimed and repurposed. The staff were all friendly and helpful from the doorman to the front desk ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Ironworks Hotel Indy
Wyndham Indianapolis Airport
Wyndham Indianapolis Airport
3.5 out of 5
2544 Executive Dr, Indianapolis, IN
The price is Rp1.462.466 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
Rp1.462.466
Rp1.711.085 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (769 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2024

Wyndham Indianapolis Airport
JW Marriott Indianapolis
JW Marriott Indianapolis
4 out of 5
10 S West Street, Indianapolis, IN
The price is Rp2.023.237 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
Rp2.023.237
Rp2.367.188 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,207 reviews)
"Thanks"

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

JW Marriott Indianapolis
Sleep Inn
Sleep Inn
2.5 out of 5
2311 N Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN
The price is Rp964.144 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
Rp964.144
Rp1.128.048 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,037 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, beds were comfortable, and the breakfast was great! The price was right. Definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024

Sleep Inn
Omni Severin Hotel
Omni Severin Hotel
4 out of 5
40 West Jackson Place, Indianapolis, IN
The price is Rp2.526.663 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
Rp2.526.663
Rp2.956.195 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"The hospitality 🎶"

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024

Omni Severin Hotel
Marriott Indianapolis North
Marriott Indianapolis North
4 out of 5
3645 River Crossing Pkwy, Indianapolis, IN
The price is Rp2.999.619 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp2.999.619
Rp3.509.554 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Indianapolis. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (988 reviews)
"Pool was a little noisy with partygoers and glassware"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

Marriott Indianapolis North
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Arts and Design District

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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.

Castleton
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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.

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Meridian-Kessler

If you're spending some time in Meridian-Kessler, Indiana State Fairgrounds and Marsh Grandstand are top sights worth seeing.

Meridian-Kessler
Fort Harrison State Park which includes autumn colours, forests and landscape views

Lawrence

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Lawrence. You might want to make time for a stop at Fort Harrison State Park or Post Road Recreation Center.

Lawrence
Eagle Creek Park featuring road cycling and autumn colours as well as an individual male

Pike

Pike is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Eagle Creek Park and SportZone while in the area.

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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.

Martindale-Brightwood

Carmel Arts and Design District Travel Guide