First Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Pick from Broadway musicals, dance performances, comedy events and music concerts at Charlotte’s premier destination for the performing arts.
Levine Museum of the New South
With exhibits reflecting regional history, this museum is an excellent way to learn about life in the North Carolina Piedmont after the Civil War.
Spirit Square
You can make plans for a show at Spirit Square on your trip to Charlotte. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Bank of America Corporate Center
After visiting Bank of America Corporate Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
You can enjoy a show at Children's Theatre of Charlotte during your stay in Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
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Our pick of the best First Ward Hotel Deals
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
I am writing regarding my recent booking for the weekend of January 24–26. Unfortunately, due to severe weather conditions, I was unable to travel to the hotel. I attempted to cancel the reservation via the Expedia app, but the system would not allow a cancellation so close to the scheduled stay. ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
I don’t need cleaning or new towels everyday, but my bed being made everyday would have been nice. Also we had to wait for our car too long because there was only one valet working for a lot of customers checking out. Aside from these two issues, it was a good stay. The room was spacious and comfortable. ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Clean rooms, nice staff, great concierge!!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Absolutely EXCELLENT. There were some rude and obnoxious fellow guests. But, for the most part the staff did their best to deal with it. The room was clean, the bar and restaurant were excellent and the service was even better. We will most certainly be returning and recommending this hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Tru By Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77
Very clean and comfortable room and hotel. Friendly staff and a great convenience market located in the Lobby where we could grab wine, snacks and coffee while we enjoyed a pizza during a poll game.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around First Ward
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 Blumenthal Performing Arts 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.
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.
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.
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.
Third Ward
Well liked for its art galleries and entertainment venues, Third Ward is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Truist Field and Bank of America Stadium, and jump on the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop to get around the city.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and American Legion Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
