Charlotte, NC
Travel Guide
Visit Charlotte
Where to stay in Charlotte
Uptown Charlotte
Boasting a bustling business district, Uptown Charlotte offers over 245 restaurants, 50 nightspots, and attractions like the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Easily accessible via the Lynx Blue Line, it's perfect for sports enthusiasts and foodies alike.
Ballantyne
Explore Ballantyne Village's diverse restaurants and outdoor spaces, or marvel at the 30-foot monuments symbolizing Charlotte's spirit at Johnston Road and Ballantyne Commons intersection. Enjoy rooftop dining in the Panorama Tower.
SouthPark
Experience upscale shopping at SouthPark Mall, featuring high-end designers like Louis Vuitton and Gucci, or explore nearby complexes like The Village at SouthPark. Easily accessible via CATS buses and I-77, the area also offers a popular route for runners along the SouthPark Corridor.
University City
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. You can visit top attractions like UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens and Electrolux Corporate Headquarters, and jump on the metro at McCullough Station or JW Clay Boulevard /UNC Charlotte Station to see more of the city.
South End
Experience a vibrant mix of residential, commercial, and industrial development in this high-density area, featuring the Design District and Atherton Mill. Easily explore with the Lynx Blue Line.
Steele Creek
While visiting Steele Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Wylie and Lake Wylie Park.
Quality Inn & Suites Airport
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Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
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Omni Charlotte Hotel
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Long Cove Resort & Marina
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stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
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Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte
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Popular places to visit
Lake Norman
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman, a popular spot to commune with nature in Charlotte. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Walk around the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte, a top university in Charlotte. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Charlotte Convention Center, a top convention center in Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
NASCAR Hall of Fame
You can spend time exploring the galleries in NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Other places like Charlotte
- Bank of America Stadium
- Lake Norman
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Spectrum Center
- Charlotte Convention Center
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- SouthPark Mall
- Charlotte Douglas Airport Overlook
- NASCAR Hall of Fame
- PNC Music Pavillion
- Concord Mills
- Northlake Mall
- Davidson College
- Bojangles' Coliseum
- Billy Graham Library
- Fillmore Charlotte
- Charlotte Premium Outlets
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
- Quail Hollow Club
- Queen City Quarter
- Ovens Auditorium
- Birkdale Village
- Cabarrus Arena & Events Center
- U.S. National Whitewater Center
- SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
- Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
- Queens University of Charlotte
- Hendrick Motorsports Complex
- Lowe's Corporate Headquarters
- Discovery Place
- Bank of America Corporate Center
- UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens