Guide to the Queen City
Supermarkets and Grocery Stores
If you'd like to get some groceries during your stay or just need to pick up a few items you may have forgotten, here is a list of a few places to go.
Target
900 Metropolitan AveWalmart Supercenter
3240 Wilkinson BlvdTrader Joe's
1133 Metropolitan AvePublix Super Market at Shops at Southline
2222 South BlvdWhole Foods Market
400 E Stonewall StMalls and Shopping Centers
If you'd like to shop while in town, here are list of malls and shopping centers to visit while in Charlotte.
11025 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC - 18 min drive (14 miles away)
54 locals recommend
Carolina Place Mall station
11025 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC - 18 min drive (14 miles away)
Park Road Shopping Center
4101 Park Rd4101 Park Rd - 16 min drive (8 miles away)
Charlotte Premium Outlets
5404 New Fashion Way5404 New Fashion Way - 18 min drive (14 miles away)
SouthPark
4400 Sharon Rd4400 Sharon Rd - 17 min drive (9 miles away)
The largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in North Carolina. Home to more than 200 stores paired with unique family dining and entertainment options all under one roof. Concord Mills is a great place to visit any time of year!
184 locals recommend
Concord Mills
8111 Concord Mills BoulevardThe largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in North Carolina. Home to more than 200 stores paired with unique family dining and entertainment options all under one roof. Concord Mills is a great place to visit any time of year!
Charlotte Attractions
If you want to explore the city's attractions, here are just a few options to check out! I promise you won't regret it.
Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, there are restaurants, bars, nightclubs, a movie theater, bowling alley and loads more all in one place. This is a must for nightlife in Charlotte and it's less than 2 miles away!
293 locals recommend
Epicentre
210 E Trade StLocated in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, there are restaurants, bars, nightclubs, a movie theater, bowling alley and loads more all in one place. This is a must for nightlife in Charlotte and it's less than 2 miles away!
Home of the NFL Carolina Panthers. Many other large sporting events take place here as well. A definite must see! Less than 2 miles from the house.
375 locals recommend
Bank Of America Stadium
Home of the NFL Carolina Panthers. Many other large sporting events take place here as well. A definite must see! Less than 2 miles from the house.
If you love amusement parks, funnel cakes and roller coasters, then Carowinds is the place for you! It's only 15 minutes away (12 miles)
484 locals recommend
Carowinds
300 Carowinds BlvdIf you love amusement parks, funnel cakes and roller coasters, then Carowinds is the place for you! It's only 15 minutes away (12 miles)
Only for the most adventurous among you! Whitewater rafting, Ziplining, Rock Climbing Wall, Kayaking, Mountain Biking and more all in one place! Only 21 mins away (10 miles)
405 locals recommend
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center PkwyOnly for the most adventurous among you! Whitewater rafting, Ziplining, Rock Climbing Wall, Kayaking, Mountain Biking and more all in one place! Only 21 mins away (10 miles)
Conveniently located in Uptown Charlotte, the NASCAR Hall of Fame is an interactive entertainment attraction honoring the history and heritage of NASCAR. Only 9 mins away (4 miles)
409 locals recommend
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 E M.L.K. Jr BlvdConveniently located in Uptown Charlotte, the NASCAR Hall of Fame is an interactive entertainment attraction honoring the history and heritage of NASCAR. Only 9 mins away (4 miles)
Home of NASCAR and events like the Coca-Cola 600. If you love NASCAR racing, this is a must! Only 22 minutes away (16 miles)
176 locals recommend
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Home of NASCAR and events like the Coca-Cola 600. If you love NASCAR racing, this is a must! Only 22 minutes away (16 miles)
Home of the NBA Charlotte Hornets and many concerts and special events. Located only 8 minutes (2.5 miles away)
245 locals recommend
Spectrum Center
333 E Trade StHome of the NBA Charlotte Hornets and many concerts and special events. Located only 8 minutes (2.5 miles away)
Food & Restaurants
Charlotte has lots of places to eat that are delicious! Here are a few of my favorites!
Best BBQ in Charlotte! Serves BBQ, burgers, wings, Southern fare and more! Mac's also has an impressive selection of local craft beers. This one is a must!
78 locals recommend
Mac's Speed Shop
2511 South BlvdBest BBQ in Charlotte! Serves BBQ, burgers, wings, Southern fare and more! Mac's also has an impressive selection of local craft beers. This one is a must!
Gourmet burgers, sushi & fusion combos plus beer and spirits in a vibrant, colorful space. This is very unique menu and delicious too!
64 locals recommend
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
4310 Sharon RdGourmet burgers, sushi & fusion combos plus beer and spirits in a vibrant, colorful space. This is very unique menu and delicious too!
Italian and Greek fare in a cozy and memorabilia-filled brick space. Family style, large portions.
9 locals recommend
Open Kitchen
1318 W Morehead StItalian and Greek fare in a cozy and memorabilia-filled brick space. Family style, large portions.
Mert's Heart & Soul
214 N College StSoul food at it's finest. Located in Uptown Charlotte.
The best Shrimp & Grits and Chicken & Waffles in town! Open 24/7 this is a must, especially if you're out late and need some nourishment to hang out all night!
RedEye Diner
210 E Trade StThe best Shrimp & Grits and Chicken & Waffles in town! Open 24/7 this is a must, especially if you're out late and need some nourishment to hang out all night!
From the scratch-made hummus and salad dressings, to the fresh-pressed juices and coffee, nothing comes out of their kitchen that isn’t handled with tender loving care. (1 min drive, 0.4 miles away)
13 locals recommend
Toucan Louie's Cafe and Roastery
2753 Rozzelles Ferry RdFrom the scratch-made hummus and salad dressings, to the fresh-pressed juices and coffee, nothing comes out of their kitchen that isn’t handled with tender loving care. (1 min drive, 0.4 miles away)
Locally-farmed Southern-style cuisine with a mission to help those in the community who are poor, homeless and unemployed. Eat great food and know that every meal helps out the local community.
35 locals recommend
The King's Kitchen
129 West Trade StreetLocally-farmed Southern-style cuisine with a mission to help those in the community who are poor, homeless and unemployed. Eat great food and know that every meal helps out the local community.
Tupelo Honey
1820 South BlvdSimply delicious!
Eclectic, local American chain serving sandwiches, hot dogs, tacos & cocktails in a casual, offbeat space.
134 locals recommend
Pinky's Westside Grill
9818 Gilead RdEclectic, local American chain serving sandwiches, hot dogs, tacos & cocktails in a casual, offbeat space.
Cool deli for eclectic sandwiches & a market with beer, wine & ready-made pastas, plus local breads.
71 locals recommend
Rhino Market & Deli
1500 W Morehead StCool deli for eclectic sandwiches & a market with beer, wine & ready-made pastas, plus local breads.
This hip, 24/7 French bakery & cafe draws a crowd for pastries, light fare & coffee drinks. Definitely a must visit.
202 locals recommend
Amélie's French Bakery & Café
136 N Davidson StThis hip, 24/7 French bakery & cafe draws a crowd for pastries, light fare & coffee drinks. Definitely a must visit.
Neighborhoods
Wesley Heights, also known as FreeMoreWest, is an emerging neighborhood near Uptown, with a trendy food and drink scene that includes burger joints, breweries, donut shops and gourmet grocery stores. Two of the area's green spaces are linked by the cycle and walking route Wesley Heights Greenway – Frazier Park with its community gardens and sports and the smaller Seversville Park.
Wesley Heights
NoDa, short for North Davidson, is the city’s arts and entertainment district. It's known for its eclectic galleries and music venues, including the Neighborhood Theatre, host to big-name acts, and intimate spots like the Evening Muse. Artisan gift shops, jewelry stores and tattoo parlors dot North Davidson Street. Local eats include Southern fare, Cajun cuisine and pizza, and there are a number of hip dive bars.
355 locals recommend
NoDa
NoDa, short for North Davidson, is the city’s arts and entertainment district. It's known for its eclectic galleries and music venues, including the Neighborhood Theatre, host to big-name acts, and intimate spots like the Evening Muse. Artisan gift shops, jewelry stores and tattoo parlors dot North Davidson Street. Local eats include Southern fare, Cajun cuisine and pizza, and there are a number of hip dive bars.