East Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Forest
Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Lake Norman
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman during your travels 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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
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.
Activities
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Dead Funny Charlotte Ghost Tour | LaZoom Tours
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
The Escape Game Concord: 60-Minute Adventures at Concord Mills
Our pick of the best East Forest Hotel Deals
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Super clean thank you!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Clean room, secure and safe facility, seamless checkin and check out.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Currently under renovations but still very nice, room was comfortable however the toilet float was not functioning properly and made a horrible noise that would not stop until I jiggled the float, the bed was comfortable, has a decent restaurant and bar.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
yes excellent stay thank you
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Staff was excellent!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
The staff was really amazing! We had an unexpected layover and they checked us in early and were very accommodating with the shuttle service!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Forest
SouthPark
SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.
Myers Park
Unique features of Myers Park include the gardens and historical sites. Make a stop by Theatre Charlotte or Actor's Theatre of Charlotte while you're exploring the area.
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.
Elizabeth
If you're spending time in Elizabeth, check out sights like American Legion Memorial Stadium or Visulite Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at CPCC Central Campus Tram Stop or Elizabeth & Hawthorne Tram Stop.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and McGill Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
