The Peninsula Travel Guide
Charlotte
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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals 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 visit its top-notch restaurants.
Charlotte Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Charlotte Convention Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre 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 great live music or attend a sporting event.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Bojangles' Coliseum
Catch an event at Bojangles' Coliseum during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in The Peninsula
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Staff customer service
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Room was very nice. Breakfast buffet was delicious!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Everything good. Thanks
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
I loved everything about my stay. The front desk people were friendly and helpful. I overslept for check out and they gave me a later time. The decor in the lobby was beautiful & the breakfast options were amazing and tasted great! Definitely my favorite place to stay in charlotte!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
Staff courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Peninsula
University City
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens and Electrolux Corporate Headquarters are major draws, and you can catch the metro at McCullough Station or JW Clay Boulevard /UNC Charlotte 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 of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
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.
Fourth Ward
Travellers choose Fourth Ward for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mint Street Tram Stop or Gateway Station Tram Stop and check out top sights like Discovery Place.
Third Ward
Well liked for its art galleries and sporting events, Third Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bank of America Stadium and Truist Field, and jump on the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop to get around the city.
Uptown Charlotte
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.
The Peninsula Travel Guide
- Spectrum Center
- Lake Norman
- Charlotte Convention Center
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- Charlotte Douglas Airport Overlook
- Davidson College
- Northlake Mall
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
- Birkdale Village
- Queen City Quarter
- Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
- Lowe's Corporate Headquarters
- Bank of America Corporate Center
- Lake Wylie
- Discovery Place
- The Park Expo & Conference Center
- Belmont Abby College
- Charlotte City Center Visitor Info Center
- Duke Energy Headquarters
- Mint Museum Uptown
- Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte
