Planning a vacation in Charlotte? Rent a car and explore the amazing sights and sounds of this beautiful city. Stuffed with many beautiful attractions and some wonderful places to explore, Charlotte certainly offers a lot to do. The Museum District is home to some amazing museums including the Mint Museum while the Memorial Stadium is a great place to witness some small-scale sport events.
Free / Cheap Activities in Charlotte
- Looking for a way to save money while vacationing in Charlotte? Choose from many of the free and cheap attractions found in the city. James K. Polk Memorial State Historic Site fits well in your budget, take a tour of this amazing 19th century homestead and get to know a little about U.S. President James K. Polk.
- Stay close to nature at the UNCC Botanical Gardens and enjoy 10 acres of lush green beauty. The gardens are open 365 days a year and are home to some beautiful flowers and tropical plants.
Top Daytrips around Charlotte
- Plan a daytrip to the beautiful city of Asheville and explore the amazing sights and sounds of the area. Located at an easy driving distance of 2 hours 6 minutes, Ashville has many architecturally unique buildings and some beautiful churches. The Basilica of St. Lawrence and the Central United Methodist Church are known for their architecture and are a must see.
- Just 1 hour 28 minutes away from Charlotte, Greensboro is another amazing city for a daytrip. Art lovers will have a great time exploring the Weatherspoon Art Museum while the Greensboro Historical Museum is a great place to explore the history of the city.