Governor's Island Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices 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.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
SouthPark Mall
During your visit to Charlotte, you can enjoy retail therapy at SouthPark Mall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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
The Escape Game Concord: 60-Minute Adventures at Concord Mills
Top hotels in Governor's Island
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Clean rooms but staff was horrible. I asked for a lake view I was looking at tress.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
Perfect for overnight airport stop!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Concord
I stayed 4 days 3 nights, my room did not get clean not even once.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Was not impressed with this hotel. We found a roach in our room, our door to outside would not close and some staircases were closed of with caution tape. I will say this though, the check in was easy and the person was very friendly. The shuttle service was also very very good (fast and ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Charlotte Airport by IHG
Airport shuttle was great
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Charlotte University Research Park
Pet friendly. Nice area. Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Governor's Island
Mountain Island
While visiting Mountain Island, you might make a stop by sights like Catawba River and Latta Nature Preserve.
University City
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Halton Arena and UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens 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.
Lockwood
While Lockwood isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like NoDa Brewing Company or Highland Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Fourth Ward
Travellers choose Fourth Ward for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mint Street Tram Stop or Gateway Station Tram Stop and check out top sights like Discovery Place.
Third Ward
Well liked for its art galleries and sporting events, Third Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bank of America Stadium and Truist Field, and jump on the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop to get around the city.
