First Ward Travel Guide

Charlotte

A basketball game at the Time Warner Cable Arena with spectators in the stands.
A large, arched metal structure with yellow beams and glass panels.
A tall, modern skyscraper with a curved top, surrounded by other buildings and a clear sky.
A modern building with large glass windows and a sign reading "Levine Museum of the New South".
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Stay near popular First Ward attractions

A basketball game at the Time Warner Cable Arena with spectators in the stands.
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Spectrum Center

8.6/10 (3,769 reviews)
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Rp696.501
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

Rp696.501
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Rp696.501
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

Rp1.339.425
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket

Rp589.347
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket
Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus

Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus

Rp696.501
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus
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Top hotels in First Ward

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

3 out of 5
435 E Trade Street Charlotte NC
The price is Rp2.849.439 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.849.439
Rp3.312.518 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,693 reviews)
"Amazing staff and stay!!!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

2.5 out of 5
311 East 5th Street Charlotte NC
The price is Rp2.574.352 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
Rp2.574.352
Rp2.992.628 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

3 out of 5
508 N. College St. Charlotte NC
The price is Rp2.512.883 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.512.883
Rp2.921.227 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

4 out of 5
230 N College St Charlotte NC
The price is Rp2.924.349 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp2.924.349
Rp3.399.556 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,368 reviews)
"J"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Hilton Charlotte University Place

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 out of 5
8629 J M Keynes Dr Charlotte NC
The price is Rp2.621.484 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp2.621.484
Rp3.047.645 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,456 reviews)
"Room was clean but did not like that parking was not free."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport

Quality Inn Charlotte Airport

2.5 out of 5
3100 Queen City Drive Charlotte NC
The price is Rp1.303.215 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp1.303.215
Rp1.514.987 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,270 reviews)
"The stay was okay. The room was not as clean as I would have liked it to be. Good for just sleeping in for an overnight stay."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
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Where to stay in First Ward

Find the best First Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

The entrance to Southpark with a glass canopy and a fountain.

SouthPark

SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like SouthPark Mall and Phillips Place.

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South End

If you're spending time in South End, check out sights like Amos' Southend or The Music Yard and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

A modern building with a distinctive archway sculpture.
Photo by Eva Johnson
Open Photo by Eva Johnson

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.

First Ward Travel Guide