Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NC
Places to go in Charlotte
144 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Family
Activate Games
1848 Galleria Blvd Ste 9B, Charlotte, NC 28270, USA

Food & Drink
Amélie's French Bakery & Café
This charming gathering place draws a crowd for its pastries, light fare & coffee drinks.
136 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC 28205, USA

Food & Drink
Amélie’s French Bakery & Café | Carmel Commons
This charming gathering place draws a crowd for its pastries, light fare & coffee drinks.
7715 Pineville-Matthews Rd Unit 34B, Charlotte, NC 28226, USA

Nightlife
Amos' Southend
Low-key music venue showcasing various genres from metal to pop, including cover & tribute bands.
1423 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

Food & Drink
Angeline's
Stylish spot presenting contemporary takes on Italian fare, plus local craft beers, wines, and cocktails.
303 S Church St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Family
Anne Springs Close Greenway - Adventure Road
Sprawling nature preserve with outdoor activities including fishing, horseback riding & hiking.
104 Adventure Rd, Fort Mill, SC 29715, USA

Food & Drink
Aura
124 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Nightlife
AvidXchange Music Factory
1000 Nc Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28206, USA

Food & Drink
Backyard Brew
1218 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

Arts & Culture
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Mid-20th-century modern art displayed in an elegant 4-story building filled with natural light.
420 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Family
Big Air Trampoline Park
2408 Sardis Rd N, Charlotte, NC 28227, USA

Outdoors
Big Rock Nature Preserve
This unassuming wooded area & wildlife habitat features 22 acres & large granite formations.
6500 Elmstone Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA

Arts & Culture
Blackbox Theater
421 E Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28213, USA

Family
Carolina Raptor Center
Educational center featuring outdoor trails with live raptors, flight shows & indoor exhibits.
6000 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA

Family
Carowinds
Seasonal, family-friendly amusement park featuring towering roller coasters, waterslides & more.
North Carolina, USA

Nightlife
Charlotte Beer Garden
Easygoing operation with an extensive beer menu & pub snacks, plus an expansive terrace.
1300 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

Arts & Culture
Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre at Discovery Place Science
Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.
168 W 6th St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Arts & Culture
Charlotte Museum of History
Features exhibits & docent-led or cell-phone-guided tours of a restored Colonial home & grounds.
3500 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte, NC 28215, USA

Sports & Recreation
Charlotte National Golf Club
6920 Howey Bottoms Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079, USA

Food & Drink
Church and Union Charlotte
Hip, loftlike steakhouse with a buzzing vibe & upscale decor, featuring a full bar & weekend brunch.
127 N Tryon St #8, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Nightlife
City Lights Rooftop
Happening rooftop bar at Le Meridien Charlotte for craft cocktails, classic bar eats & city views.
Le Meridien, North Tower, 555 S McDowell St Tower, Charlotte, NC 28204, USA

Outdoors
Clarks Creek Greenway
This 7-mile trail with a wooded creekside setting attracts bikers, runners & skateboarders.
9729 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28267, USA

Outdoors
Clarks Creek Park
5435 Hucks Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA

Food & Drink
Coco and the Director
Stylish cafe for gourmet coffee, sandwiches & pastries in a chic space with lots of seating options.
100 W Trade St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA