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Craving professional sports? Head to Bank of America Stadium to catch Charlotte FC or the Panthers in action!
375 locals recommend
Bank Of America Stadium
Craving professional sports? Head to Bank of America Stadium to catch Charlotte FC or the Panthers in action!
Since its 1936 opening as the first art museum in North Carolina, the Mint Museum of Art has grown into an internationally renowned institution that regularly features new exhibits.
293 locals recommend
Mint Museum Uptown
500 S Tryon StSince its 1936 opening as the first art museum in North Carolina, the Mint Museum of Art has grown into an internationally renowned institution that regularly features new exhibits.
Freedom Park covers nearly a hundred acres and has plenty of activities for everyone, making it a great place to spend an afternoon relaxing or playing. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy the tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, while ball players can practice their swing in the batting cages or catch a game at one of the four ball fields. There are also plenty of walking trails for a more leisurely visit.
338 locals recommend
Freedom Park
1908 East BlvdFreedom Park covers nearly a hundred acres and has plenty of activities for everyone, making it a great place to spend an afternoon relaxing or playing. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy the tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, while ball players can practice their swing in the batting cages or catch a game at one of the four ball fields. There are also plenty of walking trails for a more leisurely visit.
Collections include works by some of the most influential artists of the mid-20th century. The museum also hosts several music events throughout the year.
156 locals recommend
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
420 S Tryon StCollections include works by some of the most influential artists of the mid-20th century. The museum also hosts several music events throughout the year.
The man-made rapids in the Whitewater Center allow beginners and experienced white water enthusiasts to learn or test their rafting skills in a variety of rapids with the help of experienced guides. Flatwater sports of paddle-boarding, canoeing, and kayaking are offered as well, with instruction and equipment rentals. Other facilities include climbing walls and multiple ziplines and ropes courses. Set in more than 1,300 acres of woodlands, this outdoor sports center includes over 40 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running.
405 locals recommend
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center PkwyThe man-made rapids in the Whitewater Center allow beginners and experienced white water enthusiasts to learn or test their rafting skills in a variety of rapids with the help of experienced guides. Flatwater sports of paddle-boarding, canoeing, and kayaking are offered as well, with instruction and equipment rentals. Other facilities include climbing walls and multiple ziplines and ropes courses. Set in more than 1,300 acres of woodlands, this outdoor sports center includes over 40 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running.
Charlotte's hub for music, entertainment & nightlife featuring over 10 spaces including options for music, comedy shows, nightclubs, and events.
113 locals recommend
AvidXchange Music Factory
1000 North Carolina Music Factory BlvdCharlotte's hub for music, entertainment & nightlife featuring over 10 spaces including options for music, comedy shows, nightclubs, and events.
Looking for some thrills and chills? Head to Carowinds amusement park. Known as the "Thrill Capital of the Southeast," this 407-acre theme park provides plenty of fun things to do, with family diversions, roller coasters, water rides, and stage shows.
You can also ride the world's tallest and fastest giga coaster, the 325-foot-tall Fury 325. They also have a water park called Boomerang Bay, so be sure to bring your bathing suit.
484 locals recommend
Carowinds
300 Carowinds BlvdLooking for some thrills and chills? Head to Carowinds amusement park. Known as the "Thrill Capital of the Southeast," this 407-acre theme park provides plenty of fun things to do, with family diversions, roller coasters, water rides, and stage shows.
You can also ride the world's tallest and fastest giga coaster, the 325-foot-tall Fury 325. They also have a water park called Boomerang Bay, so be sure to bring your bathing suit.
Charlotte's NASCAR Hall of Fame is definitely the stop of choice for racing enthusiasts. Here, you can see Glory Road's banked ramp, which simulates a racetrack, with historic race cars like a 1952 Hudson Hornet, a 1967 Chevelle, and even Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s 2008 Chevy Impala SS. Hands-on exhibits include racing simulators that replicate the on-track experience.
409 locals recommend
NASCAR Hall of Fame
400 E M.L.K. Jr BlvdCharlotte's NASCAR Hall of Fame is definitely the stop of choice for racing enthusiasts. Here, you can see Glory Road's banked ramp, which simulates a racetrack, with historic race cars like a 1952 Hudson Hornet, a 1967 Chevelle, and even Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s 2008 Chevy Impala SS. Hands-on exhibits include racing simulators that replicate the on-track experience.
Catch the NBA's Charlotte Hornets play or a concert. The Spectrum Center is a great event venue for sports and entertainment and much more.
245 locals recommend
Spectrum Center
333 E Trade StCatch the NBA's Charlotte Hornets play or a concert. The Spectrum Center is a great event venue for sports and entertainment and much more.
Truist Field is an amazing and affordable entertainment option. The ballpark is situated to give fans a wonderful view of the uptown skyline. The night when they have fireworks shows are a treat for fans of any age. The ballpark also features a wide range of food and drink options so fans can fuel up at the ballpark. There are also areas for kids to play. You may even see some major league stars on the roster! Go see why this stadium is constantly being ranked as a top must see ballpark.
137 locals recommend
BB&T Ballpark
324 S Mint StTruist Field is an amazing and affordable entertainment option. The ballpark is situated to give fans a wonderful view of the uptown skyline. The night when they have fireworks shows are a treat for fans of any age. The ballpark also features a wide range of food and drink options so fans can fuel up at the ballpark. There are also areas for kids to play. You may even see some major league stars on the roster! Go see why this stadium is constantly being ranked as a top must see ballpark.
Optimist Hall is a unique food hall with tons of dining options, some cool bars, and fun specialty shops inside a redeveloped former gingham mill.
194 locals recommend
Optimist Hall
1115 N Brevard StOptimist Hall is a unique food hall with tons of dining options, some cool bars, and fun specialty shops inside a redeveloped former gingham mill.
Latta Arcade
320 S Tryon StCamp North End
300 Camp RdDiscovery Place Science
301 N Tryon StMuseum of Illusions - Charlotte
Lunch & Dinner Recs
Great local restaurants in Uptown Charlotte for divine food.
Essex Bar & Bistro
101 S Tryon StFin & Fino
135 Levine Avenue of the Arts
Stoke Charlotte
100 West Trade StreetFahrenheit Charlotte
222 S Caldwell StAngeline’s
303 S Church StThe Cellar at Duckworth's
330 N Tryon StCowbell Burger & Whiskey Bar
201 N Tryon StLuce
214 N Tryon StSea Level NC
129 E 5th StDeluxe Fun Dining Restaurant
MOA Korean BBQ & Bar - Charlotte
Dandelion Market
118 W 5th StCoquette
Brown Bag Seafood Co.
Quick & easy food recs
Chex Grill & Wings
400 South Tryon StreetPizzeria Sapienza CLT
620 N Church StRhino Market & Deli
1500 W Morehead StQueen City Grounds
644 N Church St
crisp
320 South Tryon StreetCrunch Bistro
401 N Tryon St7th Street Public Market
224 E 7th StHorace's Hot Fried Chicken
K.O. Sushi
230 S Tryon StSPOONS - Trade Street Uptown
Monarch Market by Crescent Communities
Brunch Recs
Great local restaurants in Uptown Charlotte for divine food.
Tupelo Honey
1820 South BlvdHaymaker
225 S Poplar StThe Asbury
235 N Tryon St5Church Charlotte
127 N Tryon StLa Belle Helene
300 S Tryon StDean's Italian Steakhouse
Day & Night Cereal Bar
127 Brevard Court204 North Kitchen and Cocktails
Coquette
Rooftops & Drinks
Fun times, good views, and tasty drinks can all be had at these bars and restaurants.
Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo
220 E Trade StMerchant & Trade
303 S Church St
Aura Rooftop
600 South College StreetFahrenheit Charlotte
222 S Caldwell StGraham St. Pub & Patio
400 S Graham StCharlotte Beer Garden
1300 S Tryon St
Novelty House
123 East 5th StreetD9 Brewing Uptown Charlotte
650 E Stonewall StCloud Bar by David Burke
Búho Bar
City Lights Rooftop
555 S McDowell StCoffee Shop Recs
Waterbean Coffee
300 South Tryon StreetQueen City Grounds
644 N Church StCoco and the Director
100 W Trade StNot Just Coffee
224 E 7th StEvoke Coffee Company
Sweet Treats recs
Sweet Crunch
Crave Dessert Bar
500 W 5th StBar Cocoa
201 E Trade StJewell Treats