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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music 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 Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Explore the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte during your travels 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Dead Funny Charlotte Ghost Tour | LaZoom Tours
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in College Downs
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Everything was fine. Great team. Just didn’t like the fact it wasn’t a microwave in the room. Other than that it was great
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Everything was good
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Wonderful!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Room wasn’t as clean as I expected, but generally a pleasant stay. Friendly staff, quiet rooms, safe and secure.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
The room is very clean so far
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
315@Loso Hotel
The lobby was nice and welcoming. The room was average, nothing spectacular.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around College Downs
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.
North Charlotte
While you're in North Charlotte, take in top sights like Highland Park and jump on the metro at 36th Street Station to see more of the city.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like Highland Park or NoDa Brewing Company, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Plaza Midwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre.
First Ward
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
