Charlotte is quickly becoming a destination spot with its beautiful scenery and southern hospitality. Whether you live in Charlotte full-time or just stopping in for a long weekend, there are a lot of things to do in Charlotte North Carolina.
Things To Do in Charlotte, North Carolina
Ray’s Splash Planet
When the heat is just too much and you want to splish splash the day away, head over to Ray’s Splash Planet. It is a 29,000 square foot indoor water park that features a double figure-eight waterslide, a lazy river, and water squirters for the ultimate water fight.
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Discovery Place
When you have kids to entertain, head over to the Discovery Place. They have a deep sea aquarium, interactive science lab stations, and a digital 3D theater. When your kids want to learn, expand their mind with a day filled with science!
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Queen’s Landing
For a romantic dinner cruise or to watch the sunset on Lake Norman, board the Catawba Queen at Queen’s Landing. It is a replica of a Mississippi River Paddle Wheeler and is the perfect place to enjoy time with your significant other. If you have a boat of your own, you can tie up to the Floating Dock Bar and enjoy a nice cold craft beer.
Charlotte NC Tours
If you can’t decide on what to see and do while you are in Charlotte, hop on one of the themed tours operated by Charlotte NC Tours. You can check out the local foodie science, go on an art tour or see the haunted history of Charlotte. They also have Segways where you ride around with a local who gives you the scoop on this beloved city.
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Epicentre
Go where the locals go – and that is to the EpiCentre. There are multiple stages for live entertainment, complete with outside bars and sitting areas, where 20 venues share this one epic space. The biggest post-work party is Alive After 5. Whisky River is another nightlife must see place, especially if you are a race car fan. It is Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Bar where you can enjoy a cold beverage and test out how good you are against a mechanical bull.