Governor's Island Travel Guide
Charlotte
Visit Governor's Island
Things to do
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
The Queen City Experience: 90min Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour
Top hotels in Governor's Island
Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel
Hilton Charlotte University Place
"Great stay! Clean room!"
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
Great Wolf Lodge Concord
Sleep Inn & Suites at Concord Mills
"This hotel was old, dirty and smelled musty. The room smelled like mold and was difficult to breathe especially at night because of the smell. Bed and shower seemed clean but the carpet was nasty. Breakfast was okay. And there were wanderers outside. Didn’t feel safe. And room noise of highway traffic. ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Governor's Island
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 Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium 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.
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.
SouthPark
SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.
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.
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 Shoppes at University Place 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.
