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.

Outdoors
Colonel Francis J. Beatty Park
This rental wedding venue also has walking trails, athletic fields & picnic areas for visitors.
4330 Weddington Road, Matthews, NC 28105, USA

Food & Drink
Coquette
101 S Tryon St #14, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Nightlife
Coyote Joe's
Longtime nightclub with a dance floor hosting country-music headliners & its own house band.
4621 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208, USA

Outdoors
Crowders Mountain State Park
Valleys, foothills, sheer vertical cliffs for hiking, bird-watching, camping, rock climbing & more.
522 Park Office Ln, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA

Food & Drink
Culinary Dropout
Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.
1120 S Tryon St #100, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

Arts & Culture
Daniel Stowe Conservancy
Public garden with tropical plant conservatory, fountains & pavilion, available for private events.
6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA

Food & Drink
Dean's Italian Steakhouse
128 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Food & Drink
Deluxe Fun Dining
Vibrant establishment serving elevated New American & global cuisine in a stylish, whimsical space.
305 W 4th St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Arts & Culture
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
Learning-focused children's museum with interactive exhibits in various themed areas & live shows.
105 Gilead Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA

Arts & Culture
Discovery Place Science
Kids' science & tech museum with interactive exhibits, an aquarium, rain forest & IMAX theater.
168 W 6th St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Sports & Recreation
Dr. Charles L. Sifford Golf Course
1225 Remount Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208, USA

Sports & Recreation
Eagle Chase Golf Club
3215 Brantley Rd, Marshville, NC 28103, USA

Outdoors
Evergreen Nature Preserve
Unspoilt 77-acre urban hardwood forest preserve with a stream & trails & haven for migratory birds.
1336 Norland Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205, USA

Food & Drink
Fahrenheit Charlotte
A sleek, buzzing hot spot offering New American fare with an Asian bent, backed by a long wine list.
222 S Caldwell St 21st Floor, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Outdoors
First Ward Park
Urban 4.6-acre park with fountains around university buildings known for summer music festivals.
301 E 7th St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Outdoors
Four Mile Creek Greenway
Boardwalk & paved trail through natural forest & wetlands, for hiking, cycling & wildlife viewing.
5803 Bevington Pl, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA

Outdoors
Fourth Ward Park
3-acre community park featuring walking paths, decorative fountains & a kids' play structure.
301 N Poplar St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Family
Frankie's of Charlotte
Fun park with go-karting, mini-golf & bumper cars, plus bowling, laser tag & arcade games.
10621 Bryton Corporate Center Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA

Outdoors
Frazier Park
16-acre park with ballfields, greenway paths & a playground, plus community-garden plots for rent.
1201 W 4th Street Ext, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

Outdoors
Freedom Park
A lakeside bandshell anchors this large park, which also has sports fields, a playground & trails.
1908 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA

Outdoors
Freedom Park Lakeside
1415 Princeton Ave, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA

Family
Game Show Battle Rooms - Charlotte (Ballantyne Village)
14815 Ballantyne Village Way Ste F-200, Charlotte, NC 28277, USA

Nightlife
Goldie’s Live Music Bar & Restaurant
3601 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209, USA

Nightlife
Graham St. Pub & Patio
Chill sports pub offering global street fare, craft beer & a roof terrace with stadium & city views.
400 S Graham St #4, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA