Second Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Second Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Queen City Quarter
During your trip to Charlotte, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Queen City Quarter. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
Celebrate African and African-American culture and check out a fantastic program of community events and arts education at this contemporary cultural center.
Marshall Park
After visiting Marshall Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Museum of Illusions - Charlotte
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Illusions - Charlotte during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte Ghost Tour: Dead Funny Comedy Ghost Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus
Our pick of the best Second Ward Hotel Deals
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Clean room/ Staff Amazong
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Moxy Charlotte Downtown
Excellent
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
AC by Marriott Charlotte
Loved the location and room. Valet was a little slow.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
Great close spot literally next to the Specrtum Center. Hotel has everything, staff was great. The Bus Station was across the street, so some interesting characters outside the hotel.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Aloft Charlotte City Center
Nice location and easy access to uptown Charlotte. The ONLY issue we had was the late night drag racing that could be heard very loud and clear. We wondered why there were ear plugs in the room but that night we found out. Again nice clean room and amenities but be prepared for the nascar drag racing ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hilton Charlotte Uptown
Clean room, great staff
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Second 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.
First Ward
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
Dilworth
While Dilworth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bank of America Stadium and Spectrum Center.
