Second Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Second Ward
Popular places to visit
Charlotte Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
NASCAR Hall of Fame
Experience the roaring speed of a car race in a simulator, see historic muscle cars, and test out your mechanical skills in this place of honor for successful car racers.
Queen City Quarter
During your trip to Charlotte, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Queen City Quarter. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
Celebrate African and African-American culture and check out a fantastic program of community events and arts education at this contemporary cultural center.
Marshall Park
After visiting Marshall Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Museum of Illusions - Charlotte
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Illusions - Charlotte during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event 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 Second Ward Hotel Deals
Moxy Charlotte Downtown
Very nice
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Staff friendliness and cleanliness of room. Was offered the complimentary upgrade b/c of status without having asked for it.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
I’ll start with the good news. Staff was excellent. Darius at the front desk was the best welcome I’ve had in Charlotte. I didn’t catch her name but the bartender was excellent as well. I stayed in room 1606 and it was very clean and very accommodating with a full fridge, stovetop and sink. Unfortunately, ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Aloft Charlotte City Center
Nice place.Great location. Flemings is 10steps away from the hotel. Valet was great. Surprisingly good breakfast options. Only complaint was the TV in the room. Very annoying to use. We finally got it on a channel playing Adam Sandler movies so we just left that on. LOL.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown
Clean rooms. Great front desk interaction. Food service was good. Great interaction with the chef.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Sheraton Charlotte Hotel
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Second 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.
First Ward
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
Third Ward
Well liked for its art galleries and entertainment venues, 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.
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.
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.
Dilworth
While Dilworth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium.
