First Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit First Ward
Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Pick from Broadway musicals, dance performances, comedy events and music concerts at Charlotte’s premier destination for the performing arts.
Levine Museum of the New South
With exhibits reflecting regional history, this museum is an excellent way to learn about life in the North Carolina Piedmont after the Civil War.
Spirit Square
You can make plans for a show at Spirit Square on your trip to Charlotte. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Bank of America Corporate Center
After visiting Bank of America Corporate Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Children's Theatre of Charlotte
You can enjoy a show at Children's Theatre of Charlotte during your stay in Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Dead Funny Charlotte Ghost Tour | LaZoom Tours
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
UPTOWN FUNK: 1 Hour Guided City Walking Tour in Charlotte
Our pick of the best First Ward Hotel Deals
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
The lobby employees was really nice
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Close to the convention center.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Staff was nice, you can tell they’re busy often, nothing seemed to bother anyone. Great location as well. We parked the truck and walked everywhere we wanted to go.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Staff were very nice and helpful. Room was great!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
the overall view and experience
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
The room was a rush clean The staff were pleasant and friendly Breakfast had a fee so I went out to eat The heat was amazing once it got to the level
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around First Ward
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.
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.
Elizabeth
If you're spending time in Elizabeth, check out sights like American Legion Memorial Stadium or Visulite Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at CPCC Central Campus Tram Stop or Elizabeth & Hawthorne Tram Stop.
Third Ward
Well liked for its art galleries and festivals, 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.
Plaza Midwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre.
