The Peninsula Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals 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.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 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
Historical city tour on eco-friendly cart
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour
Charlotte Bar Hunt: Uptown Charlotte Showdown
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Private Picnic Experience in the Queen City
Top hotels in The Peninsula
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Other neighbourhoods around The Peninsula
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 Latta Nature Preserve.
Mountain Island
While visiting Mountain Island, you might make a stop by sights like Catawba River and Latta Nature Preserve.
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.
Sugar Creek
The restaurants and parks are just a few things visitors like about Sugar Creek. Sugar Creek Community Park and Little Sugar Creek Greenway are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station to get around the larger area.
Lockwood
While Lockwood isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.