First Ward Travel Guide

Charlotte

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A modern building with large glass windows and a sign reading "Levine Museum of the New South".
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Stay near popular First Ward attractions

A basketball game at the Time Warner Cable Arena with spectators in the stands.
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Spectrum Center

8.6/10 (3,769 reviews)
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

฿1,281
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

฿1,281
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

฿1,281
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte

"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte

฿1,643
per adult
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte
Charlotte: Guided City Sightseeing Tour by Cart

Charlotte: Guided City & History Sightseeing Tour by E-Cart

฿1,150
per adult
Charlotte: Guided City & History Sightseeing Tour by E-Cart
Charlotte: Queen City Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

Curses & Corsets: Charlotte's Candlelight Ghost Tours

฿1,051
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Curses & Corsets: Charlotte's Candlelight Ghost Tours
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Top hotels in First Ward

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

3 out of 5
435 E Trade Street Charlotte NC
The price is ฿5,061 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿5,061
฿5,883 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,683 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

2.5 out of 5
311 East 5th Street Charlotte NC
The price is ฿4,783 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿4,783
฿5,560 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,348 reviews)
"Delicious breakfast!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

3 out of 5
508 N. College St. Charlotte NC
The price is ฿4,887 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿4,887
฿5,681 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,754 reviews)
"Great room and staff."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

4 out of 5
230 N College St Charlotte NC
The price is ฿4,887 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿4,887
฿5,681 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,366 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and attentive. Restaurant was nice. Easy location and parking. Perfect distance to the Spectrum Center. Cons - room smelled like smoke and our key cards kept deactivating even the digital key. Not able to sit on the upper deck it stayed locked which was disappointing."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

3.5 out of 5
5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC
The price is ฿3,529 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,529
฿4,103 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,081 reviews)
"Had issues with room, toilet, room cleanliness, was placed near elevator, looked like there were people who lived there. The pictures do not accurately reflect the current state of the property. We discussed our issues with the onsite staff who told me I needed to speak with day staff. Didn’t understand ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Hilton Charlotte University Place

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 out of 5
8629 J M Keynes Dr Charlotte NC
The price is ฿3,896 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,896
฿4,529 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,442 reviews)
"Overall, I had a good stay! I did have to clean some hair out of the shower and the night stands were dusty. The pool area was really nice and the restaurant had great food"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
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Where to stay in First Ward

Find the best First Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Uptown Charlotte

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Bank of America Stadium or Spectrum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.

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Ballantyne

Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

The entrance to Southpark with a glass canopy and a fountain.

SouthPark

SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like SouthPark Mall and Phillips Place.

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South End

If you're spending time in South End, check out sights like Amos' Southend or The Music Yard and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

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Second Ward

Noted for its theatres and museums, there's plenty to explore in Second Ward. Top attractions like NASCAR Hall of Fame and Queen City Quarter are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 3rd St - Convention Center Station or Stonewall Station to see more of the city.

First Ward Travel Guide