First Ward Travel Guide
Charlotte
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Popular places to visit
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.
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Pick from Broadway musicals, dance performances, comedy events and music concerts at Charlotte’s premier destination for the performing arts.
Levine Museum of the New South
With exhibits reflecting regional history, this museum is an excellent way to learn about life in the North Carolina Piedmont after the Civil War.
Spirit Square
You can make plans for a show at Spirit Square on your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Bank of America Corporate Center
After visiting Bank of America Corporate Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Little Rock AME Zion Church
After visiting Little Rock AME Zion Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
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
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Top hotels in First Ward
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Staff was awesome. Beackfast was good and fresh.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Breakfast was just ok.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
Everything was great the food, pool and room.. just amazing. Will be returning. Front desk makes you feel like you home. They welcome me with a warm smile.as well as the bartender she was nice as will..
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
We always stay at the Double-Tree when we come to Charlotte. The hotel is clean and comfy. The staff is nice and welcoming.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
The fridge wasn't working and the bathroom door was off the hindgecpluse a piece of molding hit my daughter
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Sparkly lobby, friendly front desk staff
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around First Ward
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.
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.
Second Ward
Noted for its theatres and museums, there's plenty to explore in Second Ward. Top attractions like NASCAR Hall of Fame and Queen City Quarter are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 3rd St - Convention Center Station or Stonewall Station to see more of the city.
Elizabeth
If you're spending time in Elizabeth, check out sights like American Legion Memorial Stadium or Central Piedmont Community College and hop on the metro to see more of the city at CPCC Central Campus Tram Stop or Elizabeth & Hawthorne Tram Stop.
Third Ward
Well liked for its art galleries and sporting events, Third Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bank of America Stadium and Truist Field, and jump on the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop to get around the city.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
