College Downs Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A restaurant and bar named Macado's with a clock above the entrance.

Activities

SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

AU$36
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
VR Gaming Experience at Game Z in Charlotte

VR Gaming Experience at Game Z in Charlotte

AU$35
per adult
VR Gaming Experience at Game Z in Charlotte
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
1 Hour Race Car or Flight Simulator Experience in Charlotte

1 Hour Race Car or Flight Simulator Experience in Charlotte

AU$22
per adult
1 Hour Race Car or Flight Simulator Experience in Charlotte
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Southern History, New South Energy 90 min bus tour

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Southern History, New South Energy 90 min bus tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

AU$54
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
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Our pick of the best College Downs Hotel Deals

Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel

Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel

3.5 out of 5
3315 Scott Futrell Drive Charlotte NC
The price is AU$237 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$237
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,334 reviews)
"Super nice and clean"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

3.5 out of 5
5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$150 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$150
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Omni Charlotte Hotel

Omni Charlotte Hotel

4 out of 5
132 E Trade St Charlotte NC
The price is AU$316 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$316
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Moxy Charlotte Downtown

Moxy Charlotte Downtown

3 out of 5
125 S Brevard St Charlotte NC
The price is AU$200 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$200
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Spectrum Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (587 reviews)
"Fix the air conditioner, I shouldn't pay 200+ just to be hot"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Moxy Charlotte Downtown
Hilton Charlotte University Place

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 out of 5
8629 J M Keynes Dr Charlotte NC
The price is AU$229 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$229
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,559 reviews)
"Nikiya at the front desk made my daughter's 16th birthday stay amazing. Awesome view from our room. Beautiful hotel and great location. Close to attractions but out of the chaos of the city."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC

Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC

3 out of 5
610 S. Caldwell St. Charlotte NC
The price is AU$229 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$229
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,243 reviews)
"The breakfast was great and the location was super convenient for the Panthers Game. It was even closer to the stadium than I anticipated and there were plenty of bars and restaurants to walk to as well."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC
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Our guide on where to stay in College Downs

Find the best College Downs areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Ballantyne

Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like TD Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

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SouthPark

SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.

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South End

If you're spending time in South End, check out sights like Amos' Southend or The Music Yard and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

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University City

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens and Shoppes at University Place are major draws, and you can catch the metro at McCullough Station or JW Clay Boulevard /UNC Charlotte Station to see more of the city.

College Downs Travel Guide

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