East Forest Travel Guide

Charlotte

Walkway, bench and gardens at Elizabeth Park, in Elizabeth, Char

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Triangle Shopping Center

During your trip to Charlotte, you can do some window-shopping at Triangle Shopping Center. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

฿850
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

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

฿1,305
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

฿1,291
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

฿1,305
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
The Escape Game Concord: 60-Minute Adventures at Concord Mills

The Escape Game Concord: 60-Minute Adventures at Concord Mills

฿1,345
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game Concord: 60-Minute Adventures at Concord Mills
Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour

Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour

฿1,054
per adult
Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour
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Top hotels in East Forest

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Matthews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Matthews

3 out of 5
8540 East Independence Blvd Charlotte NC
The price is ฿2,923 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿2,923
฿3,398 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
SureStay by Best Western Charlotte Matthews

SureStay by Best Western Charlotte Matthews

3 out of 5
2501 Sardis Road N Charlotte NC
The price is ฿2,298 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,298
฿2,672 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (429 reviews)
"This property is still under construction. There are really no amenities. The elevator is out of order. The staff is polite, the rooms are neat and comfortable."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

SureStay by Best Western Charlotte Matthews
Hilton Charlotte University Place

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 out of 5
8629 J M Keynes Dr Charlotte NC
The price is ฿4,310 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,310
฿5,011 total
23 Aug - 24 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! (1,484 reviews)
"Overall property was great. However, the night we arrived late after travel we were told we didn’t have a room. The woman working the front desk was condescending and unfriendly. Thank goodness for the management who gave her the go head to give us a suite. The front desk sets the tone for a ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

3.5 out of 5
5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC
The price is ฿3,042 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,042
฿3,536 total
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Omni Charlotte Hotel

Omni Charlotte Hotel

4 out of 5
132 E Trade St Charlotte NC
The price is ฿5,263 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,263
฿6,119 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Woodspring Suites Charlotte Airport

Woodspring Suites Charlotte Airport

2.5 out of 5
4125 Meadow Oak Dr. Charlotte NC
The price is ฿2,788 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿2,788
฿3,241 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Bank of America Stadium and Spectrum Center ...
Woodspring Suites Charlotte Airport
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Where to stay in East Forest

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A modern building with a wooden facade and a large overhang.

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 TD Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

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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.

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.

A modern building with a distinctive archway sculpture.
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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.

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