Hotels near Carmel Arts & Design District

The Carmel Arts & Design District, centred on Main Street and Range Line Road, is the historic heart of the city. Its tree-lined streets are full of art galleries, boutiques, home stores and restaurants, decorated with lights for the holiday season.

It is a good place to find gifts that go beyond what the Carmel Christkindlmarkt offers, from local art and jewellery to Indiana-made goods. Bronze sculptures of everyday people are scattered along the pavements, adding to the area's charm.

The district is connected to Carmel City Center by the Monon Trail, so it is easy to walk between the two in about 10 minutes.

Pro Tip: Combine an afternoon in the Arts & Design District with an evening at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. Walk the short stretch of the Monon Trail between them, which is lit in the evening.