First Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit First Ward
Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals 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 entertainment choices 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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Little Rock AME Zion Church
After visiting Little Rock AME Zion Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Charlotte: Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour
Our pick of the best First Ward Hotel Deals
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
"Great hotel"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
"The entire stay was a great experience!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
"Great location for attending a concert at Spectrum Center. Many bars and restaurants within walking distance."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
"Well done."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
"The hotel was great , the only issue was our second to last night there was some people running through the halls and banging on doors , but other than that the location was great and the hotel was great and the staff was amazing !"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Omni Charlotte Hotel
"Came to Charlotte for my birthday! Most things were walking distance or a 15-20 min drive. Will definitely stay here again. Thank you for making my trip memorable!"
Reviewed on 24 May 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 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.
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 Central Piedmont Community College 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 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.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
