South End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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 Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
SouthPark Mall
During your visit to Charlotte, you can enjoy retail therapy at SouthPark Mall. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Lake Norman
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman, a popular spot to commune with nature in Charlotte. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
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
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus
Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Everything was great and everyone was nice 🙂
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Clean room. Friendly staff. Will be my go to hotel when traveling
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
315@Loso Hotel
Stay was worth the price and was cheap! Very quiet location, friendly staff. Double bed rooms were great with plenty of room.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Moxy Charlotte Downtown
Very nice
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Staff friendliness and cleanliness of room. Was offered the complimentary upgrade b/c of status without having asked for it.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
The room was good. The staff was excellent. They could not have been nicer. We were pleasantly surprised to find that they actually cared and spent extra time helping us. It's not often today that you find staff that care about their job and about people.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
Wilmore
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wilmore and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium.
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 Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium.
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.
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 Bank of America Stadium and Truist Field, and jump on the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop to get around the city.
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.
