Visit University City
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
NASCAR Hall of Fame
Experience the roaring speed of a car race in a simulator, see historic muscle cars, and test out your mechanical skills in this place of honor for successful car racers.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Curses,Crimson,& Corsets:Charlotte's Candlelight Ghost Tours
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Charlotte’s Southern Elegance Guided Tour by Vintage Car
Historical city tour on eco-friendly cart
Top hotels in University City
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Hampton Inn Charlotte - University Place
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
Sonesta Select Charlotte University Research Park
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte University Place
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
Hyatt Place Charlotte/University Research Park
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Airport
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University 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 Highland Park or NoDa Brewing Company, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
North Lake
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Northlake Mall and Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics.
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.
First Ward
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Levine Museum of the New South while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
Fourth Ward
Travellers choose Fourth Ward for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mint Street Tram Stop or Gateway Station Tram Stop and check out top sights like Discovery Place.