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 entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices 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 lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Activities
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour
Dead Funny Charlotte Ghost Tour | LaZoom Tours
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Our pick of the best First Ward Hotel Deals
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
4 stars because they first put us in a room that wasn’t flipped yet but it was straightened out. Enjoyed the breakfast, the gym, and common areas here. We enjoyed it & would consider staying here again since it’s clean & walkable to many restaurants.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Clean room, good staff. Nothing outside of expectations.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
I loved everything about my stay. The front desk people were friendly and helpful. I overslept for check out and they gave me a later time. The decor in the lobby was beautiful & the breakfast options were amazing and tasted great! Definitely my favorite place to stay in charlotte!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
We loved our stay and it was so convenient to the spectrum stadium. The staff was super friendly and inviting. The hotel room was super clean and the breakfast they offered had lots of variety.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Guest staff had great hospitality
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Staff customer service
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
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 sporting events, 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.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
