Title: College Downs Travel Guide: Best of College Downs, Charlotte Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in College Downs](https://expedia.co.uk/College-Downs-Charlotte-Hotels.0-n690481396235231232-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Charlotte](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Charlotte.d178247.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Charlotte](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Charlotte.d178247.Travel-Guide-Activities)[College Downs Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-College-Downs.d690481396235231232.Car-Hire-Guide)[College Downs Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/College-Downs.d690481396235231232.Holidays-City-Breaks) # College Downs Travel Guide ## Charlotte ![Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Skyline Aerial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/138159/4db32167-b97a-4d82-9482-ca35775be463.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Skyline Aerial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/138159/4db32167-b97a-4d82-9482-ca35775be463.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Broccoli and cheese soup. Yumm](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7402/f1656932-e867-4f62-9f3f-ab05f410d714.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A great place for lunch the menu is full of choices and great prices](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/866/ad43f24c-3b10-475e-96d5-19223535eca8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit College Downs Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Charlotte travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlotte.dx178247) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Night Aerial View Of The Queen City, Charlotte North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066135/7a18bd23-5247-4071-8071-8398d7e60a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spectrum Center 4/5(2 reviews) Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spectrum-Center-Uptown-Charlotte.d6066135.Attraction) ![Bank of America Stadium and downtown city skyline of skyscrapers, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058039/0aaf8676-45e7-461d-b2ff-fc455ceb8ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bank of America Stadium 3/5(1 review) Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bank-Of-America-Stadium-Charlotte.d6058039.Attraction) ![modern college campus buildings, Shutterstock ID 311380937, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066151/fc4302f2-bca5-40c7-b501-5b0adc6d4bc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of North Carolina at Charlotte 5/5(2 reviews) Explore the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte during your travels in Charlotte. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-North-Carolina-At-Charlotte-Charlotte.d6066151.Attraction) ![Charlotte Convention Center showing modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066145/f84acbb7-63d4-4996-83e6-41c1a1305305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Charlotte Convention Center 3/5(1 review) In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlotte-Convention-Center-Charlotte.d6066145.Attraction) ![Charlotte_SouthParkMall_6180181_0006](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6180181/71de3226-cbed-4b0a-922a-689db5d53e26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SouthPark Mall During your visit to Charlotte, you can enjoy retail therapy at SouthPark Mall. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SouthPark-Mall-Charlotte.d6180181.Attraction) ![Lake Norman, at McCrary Access Area, in Mooresville, North Carol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6187666/a0e97109-98bd-4fd3-9bf6-b73a94047f7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Norman 4/5(1 review) 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 visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Norman-Charlotte.d6187666.Attraction) ### Things to do ![SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252409/81719b77-115d-484e-a79d-9f8fae9e38c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium £18 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-life-charlotte-concord-aquarium.a252409.activity-details) ![45-Minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46091229/c38cb418-2b2d-4105-b8cd-2787a2249b68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte £29 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-hour-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-charlotte.a46091229.activity-details) ![Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5201169/59a8bdbf-0ee5-40f5-a693-813a34c85827.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour £28 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/charlottes-premier-historical-city-bus-tour.a5201169.activity-details) ![Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1345366/b743b49d-8d96-430e-a9b8-ef77888cb52d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart £28 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/charlottes-premier-historical-city-tour-on-eco-friendly-cart.a1345366.activity-details) ![Dead Funny Ghost Tour Of Charlotte](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49622403/9760ac49-6424-491b-8561-8d3135134927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dead Funny Charlotte Ghost Tour | LaZoom Tours £27 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dead-funny-charlotte-ghost-tour-lazoom-tours.a49622403.activity-details) ![Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47679318/177b9cea-ee8b-4f5f-b9f2-645024df2291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus £29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/charlotte-historical-city-tour-by-shuttle-bus.a47679318.activity-details) [See all activities in Charlotte](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Charlotte.d178247.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in College Downs ![Quality Inn Charlotte Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6200/6188/39f0a93f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Inn Charlotte Airport 3100 Queen City Drive Charlotte NC £53 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.6/10 Good! (2,915 reviews) The Room was clean the staff was very nice and pleasant My stay was enjoyable and safe looking forward to going back there again and I love their continental breakfast Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=6188&PinnedHotelID=6188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=690481396235231232) ![Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3063/05233836_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End 5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC £70 19 Feb - 20 Feb 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! (1,599 reviews) Clean room. Friendly staff. Will be my go to hotel when traveling Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=3063&PinnedHotelID=3063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=690481396235231232) ![315@Loso Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90730000/90722300/90722262/8f2488e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 315@Loso Hotel 315 E Woodlawn Rd Charlotte NC Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,451 reviews) We loved the suite. It was spacious and comfortable. The beds were great. Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=90722262&PinnedHotelID=90722262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=690481396235231232) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=90722262&PinnedHotelID=90722262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=690481396235231232) ![Moxy Charlotte Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114815700/114815678/871fd56c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Charlotte Downtown 125 S Brevard St Charlotte NC £96 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Spectrum Center and Bank of America ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (181 reviews) Staff was amazing, from valet parking to desk check in. Rooms clean. Views were nice. Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=114815678&PinnedHotelID=114815678&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=690481396235231232) ![Omni Charlotte Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6961/99a5c4b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Omni Charlotte Hotel 132 E Trade St Charlotte NC £172 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,247 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=6961&PinnedHotelID=6961&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=690481396235231232) ![Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891000/890940/9cccc331_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485 4238 Business Center Drive Charlotte NC £80 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,983 reviews) The room was good. The staff was excellent. They could not have been nicer. We were pleasantly surprised to find that they actually cared and spent extra time helping us. It's not often today that you find staff that care about their job and about people. 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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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlotte-University-City.dx6058373) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Charlotte While you're in North Charlotte, take in top sights like Highland Park and jump on the metro at 36th Street Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlotte-North-Charlotte.dx553248635976470501) ![Great pic of the Skyline. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlotte-Belmont.dx690481909875269632) ![Great Brisket!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/866/23736003-b997-4883-8ec9-31be600d85b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Plaza Midwood If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Charlotte-Plaza-Midwood.dx553248635976475436) ![Home of the Charlotte Hornets.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/866/e7a16b10-1d81-4b32-b911-a943b1369ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### First Ward Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town. 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