Charlotte Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Charlotte
Charlotte
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art showing outdoor art and modern architecture
Charlotte featuring autumn colours and a garden
Billy Graham Library

Where to stay in Charlotte

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Uptown Charlotte

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Uptown Charlotte
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Ballantyne

Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

Ballantyne
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SouthPark

SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.

SouthPark
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South End

When in South End and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

South End
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University City

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

University City
NASCAR Hall of Fame showing interior views as well as a small group of people

Second Ward

Noted for its theatres and museums, there's plenty to explore in Second Ward. Top attractions like NASCAR Hall of Fame and Queen City Quarter are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 3rd St - Convention Center Station or Stonewall Station to see more of the city.

Second Ward
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

3.5 out of 5
5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC
The price is 2.380.344 ₫ per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
2.380.344 ₫
2.743.346 ₫ total
20 Dec - 21 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,362 reviews)
Guest staff had great hospitality

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

3 out of 5
508 N. College St. Charlotte NC
The price is 3.143.662 ₫ per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
3.143.662 ₫
3.623.070 ₫ total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,381 reviews)
Room was very nice. Breakfast buffet was delicious!

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Hilton Charlotte University Place

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 out of 5
8629 J M Keynes Dr Charlotte NC
The price is 2.104.197 ₫ per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
2.104.197 ₫
2.425.086 ₫ total
24 Dec - 25 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
Staff customer service

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Hilton Charlotte University Place
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

4 out of 5
9655 Statesville Rd Charlotte NC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Northlake Mall and Huntersville ...
7.6/10 Good! (109 reviews)
Very clean. Communication was very clear. Facility was definitely one I would recommend to others. Felt at home

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte

Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte

4 out of 5
2109 Morton St Charlotte NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (613 reviews)
Rooms are great

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte

Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte

3.5 out of 5
1921 Charlotte Dr Charlotte NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (174 reviews)
Clean room, stylish.

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Charlotte

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Top destination
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4 - Good 53%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Definitely visit nascar hall of fame Charlotte speedway tour and book a garage pass tour

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Modern city with attractions for a weekend, more a business centre

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Visually entry to Charlotte is impressive. Street works etc detracted but that’s like lots of US cities. Still a nice town to visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Love Carowinds theme park.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nope

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

This was supposed to be a 2 hour stopover that turned into a 29 hr stop. We weren’t in Charlotte to sightsee, what we saw on route to airport looked clean, very green, and no doubt a good place to visit.

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