First Ward Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals 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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Lake Norman
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman, a popular spot to commune with nature in Charlotte. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in First Ward
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
I liked the breakfast buffet, the room/beds, and it was nice overall. Only issue I had was with a couple of electrical outlets not working but I was able to find a workaround.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Very clean
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
Room was not super clean and had items not in working condition - iron and microwave.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Coffee bar was closed down most of the time we were there. Parking deck is pretty inconvenient with no entrance from inside the hotel. Staff wasn’t very welcoming. Stay was okay but not high end.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Good airport shuttle service.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
prices did not match anywhere, parking was $16 nightly and the breakfast buffet was $23 and it was mediocre. Nice lounge. Pool outside was closed even tho it was it was in high 80s but that was alright. The bar was a nice touch wish it was open maybe an hour extra, midnight is early for a bar but ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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 Bank of America Stadium 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.
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 Central Piedmont Community College 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, Bank of America Stadium and American Legion Memorial Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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