Western Piedmont Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Western Piedmont
Where to stay in Western Piedmont
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.
Lake Wylie
While visiting Lake Wylie, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Wylie and Oakton.
Ballantyne
Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.
SouthPark
SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.
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 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.
South End
When in South End and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.
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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.
Spectrum Center
Spectrum Center is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 visit its top-notch restaurants.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of North Carolina at Charlotte, a top university in Charlotte. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
First Horizon Coliseum
Catch an event at First Horizon Coliseum during your trip to Greensboro. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
