Governor's Island Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Spectrum Center is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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
Curses,Crimson,& Corsets:Charlotte's Candlelight Ghost Tours
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Historical city tour on eco-friendly cart
Charlotte:Historical Southern Elegance Guided Tour by Vintage Car
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Other neighbourhoods around Governor's Island
Mountain Island
While visiting Mountain Island, you might make a stop by sights like Catawba River and Latta Nature Preserve.
Smallwood
While there might not be top attractions in Smallwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bank of America Stadium and Ray's Splash Planet.
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 Electrolux Corporate Headquarters 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.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like NoDa Brewing Company or Little Sugar Creek Greenway, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
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.
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.