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 entertainment choices and lively festivals 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.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
SouthPark Mall
During your visit to Charlotte, you can enjoy retail therapy at SouthPark Mall. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices 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 South End Hotel Deals
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
"Room was nice had a good time!!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Omni Charlotte Hotel
"A microwave on each floor would have been very helpful! Unfortunately, there was only one in the whole facility. The mini fridge was also turned sideways and didn’t work at all."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Charlotte Marriott City Center
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
Great Wolf Lodge Concord
"The kids had bunk beds which were okay and the extra bunk bed in the same room was horrible. The pull out sleeper soda had my back hurting. Didn't sleep well."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
