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Things to do in Charlotte
Home to a metropolitan population of over 1.7 million, this bustling city is the North Carolina’s largest. As with any major center, there is no shortage of stuff to do and see. Charlotte’s arts community and exciting nightlife keep things moving, while visitors and locals have things like Carowinds amusement park, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Festival in the Park and way more to keep busy.
While the city’s roots date back to the middle of the 1700s (and it has the historic sites and buildings to prove it); it is by all means a modern city, with a rapid transit system, a dozen or so Fortune 500 companies, major sports teams like the NFL’s Carolina Panthers and Charlotte Bobcats of the NBA, and way more.
Attractions and Sights
Carowinds in Charlotte is a 112-acre theme park featuring rollercoasters, thrill rides, a 3-D ride/ theater and way more.
Discovery Place in Charlotte offers a first-hand look at the inner workings of the world through a fun, entertaining adventure.
NASCAR Hall of Fame pays homage to important figures in NASCAR history.
Parks and Outdoor Activities
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden covers 380 acres in Belmont, just west of Charlotte.
Freedom Park covers 100 acres, not far from downtown Charlotte.
Landmarks
Latta Plantation is an historic site and museum, demonstrating the early history of North Carolina,
Shopping
North Davidson Street Arts District in Charlotte is packed with unique shops, art galleries, restaurants and a lot more.
Birkdale Village is a community and shopping district, home to popular names like Banana Republic, Ann Taylor Loft and more.
Festivals and Events
Charlotte's Festival in the Park features four days of live music and sees more than 100,000 visitors.
Arts and Entertainment
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte is a very impressive facility dedicated to visual art.
North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte manages seven theatres, including Belk Theater and Ovens Auditorium.
Nightlife
Breakfast Club in Charlotte offers "the total ‘80s experience", complete with arcade games and Michael Jackson on the dancefloor.
Tremont Music Hall in Charlotte hosts great live music from local favourites and international artists.
Convention Centers
Charlotte Convention Center sees over half a million visitors each year for hundreds of events.
Arenas and Stadiums
Bank of America Stadium is home to the Carolina Panthers of the NFL.
Time Warner Cable Arena is home to the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats and the AHL's Charlotte Checkers.
Food and Drink
Cajun Queen in Charlotte offersNew Orleans cuisine in a fantastic 1918 brick building.