College Downs Travel Guide
Charlotte
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Popular places to visit
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.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
SouthPark Mall
During your visit to Charlotte, you can enjoy retail therapy at SouthPark Mall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte Ghost Tour: Dead Funny Comedy Ghost Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Top hotels in College Downs
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Stayed for one night and my room was clean
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Good hotel, clean, with nice staff. Breakfast is very basic and the design of the rooms could use some improvement.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Concord
We paid £500 for two days of waterpark and a room for a night, fo myself and my son. We got there no room availible to check in, so had to leave all oir belongings in the open. We stayed for 4 hrs as my son could see past the cleanliness, then left. I mentioned it to staff, but they just appeared ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Charlotte University Place
This was a quick trip ! The scenery was beautiful. I loved that the table in the lobby had charging ports everywhere and USB ports. Very modern. We checked in a little early which was wonderful for traveling guests. The restaurant had delicious cuisine. The pool not being opened until Memorial Day ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Omni Charlotte Hotel
The 2 Vehicle Charging cables were broken and did not work for Tesla using the adapter, they said the pool was closed in 85° weather they said that it was seasonal I can understand if we’re in New York. I did not know of the pool closure and also being only seasonal cause I had young kids weren’t ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around College Downs
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.
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.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like NoDa Brewing Company or Highland Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Bank of America Stadium and American Legion Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Plaza Midwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Visulite Theatre and American Legion Memorial Stadium.
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.
