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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums 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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
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Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
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90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Top hotels in First Ward
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
Staff was super nice and helpful, lobby was nice, breakfast & bar drinks and food was also really good. I do feel like the hotel need to renovate their bathroom & tvs in the rooms though. Nevertheless, it was a great stay. Will stay again !
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Clean and large room
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Good location, clean room! Would stay stain
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Clean rooms, nice staff, great concierge!!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
the overall view and experience
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Tru By Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77
HI, The staff was adequate. Many times they were looking at their phones and then looked up as we approached. They seemed somewhat disinterested. The Gym was in very good shape. The room was in very good shape but sparse. They seem to have pared down on the cups (paper) and no microwave in the room ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 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 Blumenthal Performing Arts Center 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 Visulite Theatre 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 entertainment venues, Third Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Truist Field and Bank of America Stadium, 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 American Legion Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
