Western Piedmont, NC
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Western Piedmont
Uptown Charlotte
Boasting a bustling business district, Uptown Charlotte offers over 245 restaurants, 50 nightspots, and attractions like the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Easily accessible via the Lynx Blue Line, it's perfect for sports enthusiasts and foodies alike.
Lake Wylie
While visiting Lake Wylie, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Wylie and Oakton.
Ballantyne
Explore Ballantyne Village's diverse restaurants and outdoor spaces, or marvel at the 30-foot monuments symbolizing Charlotte's spirit at Johnston Road and Ballantyne Commons intersection. Enjoy rooftop dining in the Panorama Tower.
SouthPark
Experience upscale shopping at SouthPark Mall, featuring high-end designers like Louis Vuitton and Gucci, or explore nearby complexes like The Village at SouthPark. Easily accessible via CATS buses and I-77, the area also offers a popular route for runners along the SouthPark Corridor.
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.
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.
Quality Inn & Suites Airport
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Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
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Omni Charlotte Hotel
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Long Cove Resort & Marina
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Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte
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Popular places to visit
Carowinds Theme Park
Choose from 13 roller coasters, chase your friends in a bumper car, enjoy the water slides and beaches of Boomerang Bay, and walk with dinosaurs.
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.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Walk around the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte, a top university in Charlotte. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
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.
- Carowinds Theme Park
- Lake Norman
- Charlotte Convention Center
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- SouthPark Mall
- First Horizon Coliseum
- NASCAR Hall of Fame
- Wake Forest University
- North Carolina Zoo
- High Point University
- PNC Music Pavillion
- Elon University
- Hanes Mall
- Billy Graham Library
- Fillmore Charlotte
- Quail Hollow Club