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Visiting Carmel

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Carmel, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its sporting events, shopping, and museums. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Children's Museum of Indianapolis, and Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art are some of the top sights around the area.

• You'll find 387 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in the larger area of Indianapolis
• The closest major airport is in Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.), 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Carmel

Well known for its museums, the city's cultural venues include Center for the Performing Arts, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, and Carmel Depot Museum. The city is well liked for its places to shop, and Clay Terrace is a favorite for retail therapy. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Carmel Arts and Design District and Carmel Visitor Center.

As you plan your holiday getaway, you'll find 12 hotels and other lodging options available to pick from in Carmel. Below are top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Old Towne Carmel Bed and Breakfast - This 3-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its convenient parking and WiFi.
• Hampton Inn Indianapolis/Carmel - Our customers like the family-friendly amenities and comfortable rooms at this hotel. This 2.5-star hotel features free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free WiFi.
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Carmel - This 2.5-star hotel features free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free WiFi.

Top places to visit outside the city include Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 13.1 mi/21.1 km from the city center, and Children's Museum of Indianapolis, which is 11.2 mi (18 km) away.

Dressing for Carmel

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 58°F during the day and 19°F at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 85°F, while the average at night is 37°F
• July through September has daytime averages of 85°F with nighttime averages of 48°F
• In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 71°F and nighttime averages of 20°F
• Carmel gets about 42.76 inches of rain per year
• Usually July and June are the hottest months with an average of 84°F, whereas January and February are often coldest, averaging 22°F