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Johnston YMCA is located in historic North Davidson (NoDa) district. 50,000+ sq ft of branch facilities with programs & services including Child Care, Sports, Swim, Older Adults, & more.
3025 N Davidson St
3025 North Davidson StreetJohnston YMCA is located in historic North Davidson (NoDa) district. 50,000+ sq ft of branch facilities with programs & services including Child Care, Sports, Swim, Older Adults, & more.
Entertainment & Activities
Activities ranging from adventure, sports and cultural providing great fun for adults and kids! Ask us about our guide and programs that are in session. We'll help find what you want!!
2900 Rocky River Rd
2900 Rocky River RoadActivities ranging from adventure, sports and cultural providing great fun for adults and kids! Ask us about our guide and programs that are in session. We'll help find what you want!!
A world of wonder, where science amazes, educates and entertains. There's something for everyone to enjoy, from little ones just starting to explore to adults who feel like they've seen it all.
5225 Sample Rd
5225 Sample RoadA world of wonder, where science amazes, educates and entertains. There's something for everyone to enjoy, from little ones just starting to explore to adults who feel like they've seen it all.
Sightseeing
The cemetery is significant as an integral part of center city's urban landscape. Like many urban cemeteries in the 19th century, Elmwood served as a place of respite for the living and the dead.
700 W 6th St
700 West 6th StreetThe cemetery is significant as an integral part of center city's urban landscape. Like many urban cemeteries in the 19th century, Elmwood served as a place of respite for the living and the dead.
Enjoy a great walk and history lesson. The map below identifies 26 historic buildings within walking distance of Trade & Tryon Streets. Guides and references are available in your rental.
100 S Tryon St
100 South Tryon StreetEnjoy a great walk and history lesson. The map below identifies 26 historic buildings within walking distance of Trade & Tryon Streets. Guides and references are available in your rental.
Another opportunity to enjoy a history lesson. Just a few miles up from center city, Rural Hill Farm is a peaceful retreat from downtown. The Catawba Valley Scottish Society preserved Rural Hill Farm.
6700 Beatties Ford Rd
6700 Beatties Ford RoadAnother opportunity to enjoy a history lesson. Just a few miles up from center city, Rural Hill Farm is a peaceful retreat from downtown. The Catawba Valley Scottish Society preserved Rural Hill Farm.
Arts & Culture
With indoor and outdoor exhibits any time of year is a wild time to visit Charlotte Nature Museum. Museum nestled in Freedom Park... enjoy a picnic afterwards or before!
1658 Sterling Rd
1658 Sterling RoadWith indoor and outdoor exhibits any time of year is a wild time to visit Charlotte Nature Museum. Museum nestled in Freedom Park... enjoy a picnic afterwards or before!
The Charlotte Museum of History and Hezekiah Alexander Homesite comprise multiple venues on an 8-acre wooded campus. The Hezekiah Alexander House is the oldest surviving house in Mecklenburg County!!
3500 Shamrock Dr
3500 Shamrock DriveThe Charlotte Museum of History and Hezekiah Alexander Homesite comprise multiple venues on an 8-acre wooded campus. The Hezekiah Alexander House is the oldest surviving house in Mecklenburg County!!
The Mint Museum Uptown, 5-story,145,000 sq ft facility, houses the internationally-renowned Mint Museum of Craft + Design, as well as outstanding collections of American,contemporary,& European art.
500 S Tryon St
500 South Tryon StreetThe Mint Museum Uptown, 5-story,145,000 sq ft facility, houses the internationally-renowned Mint Museum of Craft + Design, as well as outstanding collections of American,contemporary,& European art.
An interactive history museum that provides the nation with the most comprehensive interpretation of post-Civil War southern society featuring men, women, children, black, white, rich, poor, etc.
200 E 7th St
200 East 7th StreetAn interactive history museum that provides the nation with the most comprehensive interpretation of post-Civil War southern society featuring men, women, children, black, white, rich, poor, etc.
After inheriting a portion of his parents' extensive collection gathered for almost 70 yrs, & augmenting it with his own acquisitions, Andreas decided to commit the collection to Charlotte.
420 S Tryon St
420 South Tryon StreetAfter inheriting a portion of his parents' extensive collection gathered for almost 70 yrs, & augmenting it with his own acquisitions, Andreas decided to commit the collection to Charlotte.
Floyd & Lois Wilson heard about the removal of the hangar & decided to step in to save the historical landmark."To preserve the past, present and future aviation history of North and South Carolina."
4672 1st Flight Dr
4672 1st Flight DriveFloyd & Lois Wilson heard about the removal of the hangar & decided to step in to save the historical landmark."To preserve the past, present and future aviation history of North and South Carolina."
The Billy Graham Library is not a memorial, nor is it a museum. The Billy Graham Library is a ministry. “The Man,” “The Ministry,” “The Message,” and “The Mission” : the Gospel of Jesus Christ
4330 Westmont Dr
4330 Westmont DriveThe Billy Graham Library is not a memorial, nor is it a museum. The Billy Graham Library is a ministry. “The Man,” “The Ministry,” “The Message,” and “The Mission” : the Gospel of Jesus Christ
The NASCAR Hall of Fame wasn’t only built to honor the sport’s history, its moments and its best drivers as a tribute to its passionate fans and offer a full-throttle experience for newcomers.
400 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd
400 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardThe NASCAR Hall of Fame wasn’t only built to honor the sport’s history, its moments and its best drivers as a tribute to its passionate fans and offer a full-throttle experience for newcomers.
The Light Factory Contemporary Museum of Photography and Film is one of only four museums for photography and film in the United States. Repeat only one of four, go visit today!
345 N College St
345 North College StreetThe Light Factory Contemporary Museum of Photography and Film is one of only four museums for photography and film in the United States. Repeat only one of four, go visit today!
Home of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, the AHL's Charlotte Checkers and is the premier destination for top-rated concerts and events.
333 E Trade St
Home of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, the AHL's Charlotte Checkers and is the premier destination for top-rated concerts and events.
The historic venue hosts concerts, family shows, world-class figure skating, rodeo and bull riding competitions, and a host of other diverse entertainment events for all ages to enjoy.
2700 E Independence Blvd
2700 East Independence BoulevardThe historic venue hosts concerts, family shows, world-class figure skating, rodeo and bull riding competitions, and a host of other diverse entertainment events for all ages to enjoy.
Live Nation Concerts produces over 20,000 shows annually for more than 2,000 artists globally. Front Line is the world's top artist management company, representing over 250 artists.
707 Pavilion Blvd
707 Pavilion BoulevardLive Nation Concerts produces over 20,000 shows annually for more than 2,000 artists globally. Front Line is the world's top artist management company, representing over 250 artists.
This 73,778 seat, privately financed, open-air, natural-grass stadium includes training facilities, practice fields and administrative offices and serves as the headquarters for the Carolina Panthers.
800 S Mint St
800 South Mint StreetThis 73,778 seat, privately financed, open-air, natural-grass stadium includes training facilities, practice fields and administrative offices and serves as the headquarters for the Carolina Panthers.
1423 S Tryon St
1423 State Highway 49Charlotte's AFFORDABLE music venue!!! need I say more??
210 E Trade St
Charlotte's Premier Theatre experience with lounge and bar.
Get all the best of the performing arts without buying a plane ticket to the Big Apple! Blumenthal Performing Arts is your source for all the best performing arts events in Charlotte & the Carolinas.
130 N Tryon St
130 North Tryon StreetGet all the best of the performing arts without buying a plane ticket to the Big Apple! Blumenthal Performing Arts is your source for all the best performing arts events in Charlotte & the Carolinas.
9541 South Blvd
Catch a movie!
8421 Concord Mills Boulevard
8421 Concord Mills BoulevardCatch a movie!
Cinemark Movies 10
9508 Northeast CtCatch an affordable movie for $2.25!
Food Scene
Board games and wifi are complimentary to entertain guests at any time of the hour. The treats and drinks are decadent AND it's open 24/7/365!
2424 N Davidson St
2424 North Davidson StreetBoard games and wifi are complimentary to entertain guests at any time of the hour. The treats and drinks are decadent AND it's open 24/7/365!
My recommendation for beginners is to enjoy their Chicken Tikka, or as I like to call it, “Orange Chicken”, whatever you decide to call it, you’ll agree that it’s goooood!!
311 East Blvd
311 East BoulevardMy recommendation for beginners is to enjoy their Chicken Tikka, or as I like to call it, “Orange Chicken”, whatever you decide to call it, you’ll agree that it’s goooood!!
One of the lighter menus, Cabo's menu is refreshing & fun. The seating is wonderful, feels like one large party. During warmer months take a seat on the patio, dive into the seafood, & hang ten!
3201 N Davidson St
3201 North Davidson StreetOne of the lighter menus, Cabo's menu is refreshing & fun. The seating is wonderful, feels like one large party. During warmer months take a seat on the patio, dive into the seafood, & hang ten!
Located uptown in the French Quarters, this Greek diner is great serving up hefty meals. Lunch specials are generous in price and portion. family-owned restaurant is refreshing and delightful.
145 Brevard Court
145 Brevard CourtLocated uptown in the French Quarters, this Greek diner is great serving up hefty meals. Lunch specials are generous in price and portion. family-owned restaurant is refreshing and delightful.
Best roasted chicken in town; no contest. If you are hankering for some Latin cuisine, stop by Pio Pio. The food will have your taste buds dancing for days.
1408 East Blvd
Best roasted chicken in town; no contest. If you are hankering for some Latin cuisine, stop by Pio Pio. The food will have your taste buds dancing for days.
Drinks & Nightlife
A local fave for a reason. Gourmet burgers and milkshakes to satisfy any eater. Most people do not know this but they have a truly AWESOME breakfast, only on Saturdays and Sundays between 8am-11am.
1626 East Blvd
1626 East BoulevardA local fave for a reason. Gourmet burgers and milkshakes to satisfy any eater. Most people do not know this but they have a truly AWESOME breakfast, only on Saturdays and Sundays between 8am-11am.
It’s an interesting niche, and they make all the brats in house daily. Their craft beer selection was very impressive and turned me into a plant. If you’re looking for a gear change, visit Growlers.
3120 N Davidson St
It’s an interesting niche, and they make all the brats in house daily. Their craft beer selection was very impressive and turned me into a plant. If you’re looking for a gear change, visit Growlers.
A staple in the Historic Arts district, Solstice Tavern is great during equinoxes too. The deck was renovated to include a patio bar area. The food is simple and delicious.
3221 N Davidson St
3221 North Davidson StreetA staple in the Historic Arts district, Solstice Tavern is great during equinoxes too. The deck was renovated to include a patio bar area. The food is simple and delicious.
The patio is at Thomas Street is unrivaled. This makes up for their tight quarters inside. Service is great and friendly. Great seasonal dishes for entrée specials.
1218 Thomas Ave
1218 Thomas AvenueThe patio is at Thomas Street is unrivaled. This makes up for their tight quarters inside. Service is great and friendly. Great seasonal dishes for entrée specials.
So much to say about Whiskey Warehouse. There are multiple rooms & a rooftop patio with great views & full bar. Blue Plate specials are available until 4pm and ONLY $8 with a non-alcoholic beverage.
1221 The Plaza
1221 The PlazaSo much to say about Whiskey Warehouse. There are multiple rooms & a rooftop patio with great views & full bar. Blue Plate specials are available until 4pm and ONLY $8 with a non-alcoholic beverage.
Essentials
3009 The Plaza
3009 The PlazaLocal supermarket.
4300 N Tryon St
4300 North Tryon StreetLatin Supermarket.
1704 Central Ave
1704 Central AvenueBest supermarket in Charlotte (a little pricier but great quality).