With its gleaming skyscrapers and historic neighborhoods, Charlotte Center City is an enchanting mix of old and new. Eat your way through Charlotte Center City’s fabulous food scene, explore its world-class museums or dive into the legendary nightlife.

Things to do

Charlotte Center City is packed with cultural attractions, including the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art. Inside, you’ll find a wonderland of contemporary works from iconic artists like Picasso, Warhol, and Giacometti.

Travelling with the kids? Don’t miss the Discovery Place science museum, adjacent to Freedom Park. It features interactive exhibits, as well as an IMAX Dome Theatre screening larger-than-life educational movies.

From gourmet cookies and homemade cheeses to small-batch liquor and organic coffee, 7th Street Public Market is Charlotte’s go-to destination for local products. The scene heats up after dark, with a myriad of sleek restaurants and wine bars. The Wooden Vine is a firm favorite, serving up modern American fare and an international wine list.

If you need to stretch your legs, take a stroll around the historic Fourth Ward neighborhood. Its leafy streets are lined with 100-year-old Victorian homes, which offer a fascinating glimpse into Charlotte’s colonial past.

Getting around

Charlotte Center City is compact and easy to navigate on foot, with most major attractions within walking distance. The downtown area is also cycle-friendly, with a local bike sharing program. You can also take advantage of public buses, rapid transit trains and historic trolley cars.