College Downs Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a mix of older buildings.
A bowl of soup with a piece of toasted bread on top.
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$37
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

AU$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

AU$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

AU$48
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

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

AU$57
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour

Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour

AU$51
per adult
Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour
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Our pick of the best College Downs Hotel Deals

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

3.5 out of 5
5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC
The price is AU$186 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$186
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport

Quality Inn Charlotte Airport

2.5 out of 5
3100 Queen City Drive Charlotte NC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$120 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$120
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,287 reviews)
"Room look like a smoke room burnt holes in the sheets a/c was leaking bad when turn on then we seen housekeeping and ask for fresh towels she just looked at us crazy I was so ready to go"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Omni Charlotte Hotel

Omni Charlotte Hotel

4 out of 5
132 E Trade St Charlotte NC
The price is AU$319 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$319
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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$265 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$265
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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 ...
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$244 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$244
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,463 reviews)
"Great experience. The hotel was very clean & extremely comfortable."

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte - Ballantyne by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte - Ballantyne by IHG

2.5 out of 5
15139 Ballancroft Parkway Charlotte NC
The price is AU$123 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$123
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,149 reviews)
"Very reliable."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte - Ballantyne by IHG
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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 The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

The entrance to Southpark with a glass canopy and a fountain.

SouthPark

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

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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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Photo by Eva Johnson
Open Photo by Eva Johnson

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.

College Downs Travel Guide

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