Visit University City
Popular places to visit
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of North Carolina at Charlotte, a top university in Charlotte. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Charlotte’s Southern Elegance Guided Tour by Vintage Car
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
30-Minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte FUNNY Historical Comedy City BUS Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Top hotels in University City
Hilton Charlotte University Place
I was pleased with everything. Staff was friendly, clean rooms, LARGE flat screen TV, comfortable bed and great pillows. On my last day, I ate on site for breakfast at The Fountain view. They offered buffet and A
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Hampton Inn Charlotte - University Place
Room needed some new carpet but all else was fine.Check in and Checkout was the faster I’ve ever experienced. Breakfast was fine
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Sonesta Select Charlotte University Research Park
Good hotel for price. Moderately condition, with older TV, a bit worn facility overall. No complaints.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlotte University Place, NC
Decent place, would stay again
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte University Place
Clean room, friendly staff, evening meals
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Hyatt Place Charlotte/University Research Park
Clean room, however heating system was noisy and couldn't hear tv without increasing volume. Was afraid it would bother room adjacent to mine. Breakfast was good, staff working the breakfast weren't too friendly. Front desk check-in was friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University City
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.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like Highland Park or NoDa Brewing Company, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Plaza Midwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre.
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.
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.
