Charlotte

USA
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Friday, August 29, 2025
Sunrise
6:52 AM
Sunset
7:55 PM

About

Charlotte, USA is a vibrant and diverse city located in the heart of North Carolina. Known as the "Queen City," Charlotte offers a blend of Southern hospitality, urban sophistication, and rich history. The city is home to world-class museums, a thriving culinary scene, and beautiful parks and lakes. Charlotte also boasts a thriving business community and is the second-largest banking center in the United States. With its welcoming charm and modern amenities, Charlotte is a wonderful place to call home.

30 Best Places to Visit

  1. 1. North Carolina Zoo

    This zoo has more than 1,800 animals and represents over 250 species from around the world.

  2. 2. NASCAR Hall of Fame

    This museum is dedicated to the history and heritage of NASCAR and has interactive exhibits, historic race cars, and more.

  3. 3. Freedom Park

    This park features a playground, ball fields, a lake, walking trails, and public art.

  4. 4. Charlotte Motor Speedway

    This speedway offers auto racing events, including the Coca-Cola 600 and Bank of America 500.

  5. 5. Discovery Place Science

    This science museum has interactive exhibits and activities for all ages, including hands-on experiments, a 3D theater, and more.

  6. 6. Carowinds Amusement Park

    This park has roller coasters, water rides, live shows, and attractions for the whole family.

  7. 7. Billy Graham Library

    This museum tells the story of Billy Graham and features exhibits, multimedia presentations, and more.

  8. 8. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

    This museum features an extensive collection of modern art, including paintings, sculptures, and more.

  9. 9. Mint Museum Uptown

    This museum showcases American and European art, contemporary art, and crafts.

  10. 10. Levine Museum of the New South

    This museum explores the history and culture of the South after the Civil War, featuring exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia.

  11. 11. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

    This garden has more than 380 acres of gardens and natural areas, including a conservatory, a nature trail, and a live butterfly exhibit.

  12. 12. Charlotte Symphony

    This orchestra performs classical music, pops concerts, and more, in venues across Charlotte.

  13. 13. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

    This center hosts a variety of performances, including broadway shows, dance performances, and concerts.

  14. 14. US National Whitewater Center

    This center features outdoor activities, including whitewater rafting, zip-lining, hiking, and more.

  15. 15. Carolinas Aviation Museum

    This museum features aircraft and artifacts from the history of aviation, including the wreckage of US Airways Flight 1549.

  16. 16. Latta Plantation Nature Preserve

    This nature preserve has hiking trails, a fishing lake, historic structures, and more.

  17. 17. Dilworth Historic District

    This district has historic homes and buildings, boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.

  18. 18. Anne Springs Close Greenway

    This nature preserve has hiking trails, horseback riding, fishing, and more.

  19. 19. Carolina Place Mall

    This mall has over 100 stores, a food court, and a movie theater.

  20. 20. Great Wolf Lodge

    This indoor water park features a variety of slides, wave pools, and other water attractions.

  21. 21. Lake Norman

    This lake offers fishing, boating, swimming, and other water activities.

  22. 22. Queen City Comedy Experience

    This comedy festival features stand-up comedy, improv comedy, and more.

  23. 23. NoDa Arts District

    This district has galleries, live music venues, boutiques, and restaurants.

  24. 24. Olde Mecklenburg Brewery

    This brewery offers tours and samples of their popular German-style beers.

  25. 25. SouthPark Mall

    This mall features high-end designer stores, restaurants, and a luxury movie theater.

  26. 26. Paramount's Carowinds Water & Theme Park

    This park has thrilling rides, water attractions, live entertainment, and more.

  27. 27. Romare Bearden Park

    This park features public art, a splash pad, gardens, and a performance pavilion.

  28. 28. National Museum of the Tuskegee Airmen

    This museum tells the story of the first African-American military aviators, with exhibits, artifacts, and more.

  29. 29. UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens

    This garden has a variety of native and exotic plants, including a butterfly garden and a carnivorous plant collection.

  30. 30. The Duke Mansion

    This historic mansion features tours, events, and overnight accommodations, and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.

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