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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
Charlotte Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Charlotte Convention Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Explore the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte, during your travels in Charlotte. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
College Downs Hotel Deals
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Staff went above and beyond during our stay accommodating early check in and late check outs due to flight delays. Shuttle drivers were very friendly. Hotel was so clean.
Reviewed on 9 December 2025
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was nice but not very clean. Floors had not been cleaned well. Great location, 1 block from Spectrum Center and 15 minute walk to Bank of America Stadium.
Reviewed on 7 December 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown
The room was very nice. The Bed was very comfortable. Nice pillows. The problem I had was when we went to leave. We found that several vehicles in their parking garage were broken into. They had their windows completely smashed out. reasonTechnically not the hotel's fault, but is their parking ...
Reviewed on 14 December 2025
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Great modern hotel with well designed rooms, good staff, and fantastic environment.
Reviewed on 12 December 2025
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 13 December 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Clean room and easy access
Reviewed on 10 December 2025
Other neighborhoods around College Downs
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.
North Charlotte
While you're in North Charlotte, take in top sights like Highland Park and jump on the metro at 36th Street Station to see more of the city.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like Highland Park or NoDa Brewing Company, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Belmont
While there might not be top attractions in Belmont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium.
Plaza Midwood
Plaza Midwood might not have many top sights, but Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
First Ward
Theaters, live music, and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
College Downs, NC
- Places of interest
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- Spectrum Center
- Carowinds Theme Park
- Lake Norman
- Charlotte Convention Center
- Bank of America Stadium
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- SouthPark Mall
- Concord Mills
- NASCAR Hall of Fame
- Charlotte Douglas Airport Overlook
- Bojangles' Coliseum
- Davidson College
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
- PNC Music Pavillion
- Northlake Mall
- Fillmore Charlotte
- Billy Graham Library
- Ovens Auditorium
- Quail Hollow Club
- Birkdale Village
- Charlotte Premium Outlets
- Cabarrus Arena & Events Center
- Queen City Quarter
- Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
- Lowe's Corporate Headquarters
- Bank of America Corporate Center
- U.S. National Whitewater Center
- Discovery Place
- Lake Wylie
- Sportsplex at Matthews
- Hendrick Motorsports Complex
