The Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Peninsula
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.
Lake Norman
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman during your travels in Charlotte. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Explore the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte during your travels in Charlotte. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Activities
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
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 The Peninsula Hotel Deals
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Super clean thank you!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Room clean and comfortable- met all my needs during my stay! Lovely hotel!
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Everything was great
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Clean, comfy beds, free breakfast and a shuttle..!! It doesn’t get much better!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown
Ok but don’t walk to far away you’ll walk bump into sketchy people
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Staff was excellent!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Peninsula
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 Electrolux Corporate Headquarters 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.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like NoDa Brewing Company or Highland Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
North Charlotte
While you're in North Charlotte, take in top sights like Highland Park and jump on the metro at 36th Street Station to see more of 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.
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 Truist Field and Bank of America Stadium, and jump on the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop to get around the city.
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 Blumenthal Performing Arts Center 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.
