Second Ward Travel Guide

Charlotte

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Charlotte Convention Center

8.6/10 (2,243 reviews)
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
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Things to do

Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

£24
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

£29
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

£55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Southern History, New South Energy 90 min bus tour

£29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Southern History, New South Energy 90 min bus tour
Experience Charlotte: Southern History, New South Energy

Charlotte's Southern History,New South Energy 90min bus tour

£29
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Southern History,New South Energy 90min bus tour
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

£29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Second Ward

Omni Charlotte Hotel

Omni Charlotte Hotel

4 out of 5
132 E Trade St Charlotte NC
The price is £165 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£165
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,382 reviews)
"55$ a night to park was horrendous and I worked all my adult life in NYC. Staff should be briefed on local events like the 10K race as everyone we asked had no idea what streets were being closed and how or even if it would impact our departure last Sunday. Other than those two things it was a great ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Omni Charlotte Hotel
Moxy Charlotte Downtown

Moxy Charlotte Downtown

3 out of 5
125 S Brevard St Charlotte NC
The price is £105 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£105
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Spectrum Center ...
Moxy Charlotte Downtown
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC

Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC

3 out of 5
610 S. Caldwell St. Charlotte NC
The price is £161 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
£161
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,217 reviews)
"Clean hotel, trustworthy staff, delicious breakfast, very impressed minus having to pay so much for parking"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC
Sheraton Charlotte Hotel

Sheraton Charlotte Hotel

4 out of 5
555 South McDowell Street Charlotte NC
The price is £165 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£165
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,590 reviews)
"Look fine View was good Coffeeshop closes early"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Sheraton Charlotte Hotel
Hampton Inn Charlotte-Uptown

Hampton Inn Charlotte-Uptown

2.5 out of 5
530 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Charlotte NC
The price is £119 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£119
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,629 reviews)
"Loved the clean room and very friendly, professional staff. Everyone checked up on me and genuinely cared about my stay."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hampton Inn Charlotte-Uptown
AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center

AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center

3.5 out of 5
220 East Trade Street, Suite 500 Charlotte NC
The price is £123 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£123
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center
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Where to stay in Second Ward

Find the best Second Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Uptown Charlotte

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.

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Ballantyne

Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like TD Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

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SouthPark

SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.

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South End

If you're spending time in South End, check out sights like Amos' Southend or The Music Yard and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

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University City

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens and Shoppes at University Place 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.

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