Charlotte

Charlotte

Things to Do in Charlotte

11 curated spots from Charlotte itineraries

Activities & Attractions (7)

Carter Mountain Orchard
Dolate afternoon

Carter Mountain Orchard

Pick apples or peaches seasonally, enjoy mountain panoramas and picnic spots.

1h 30m
$10
Fourth Ward & Old Settlers’ Cemetery
Domorning

Fourth Ward & Old Settlers’ Cemetery

Stroll Victorian homes, historic streets, and the oldest cemetery (1774-1878) with self-guided app.

2h
Free
Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Domorning

Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall

Stroll the vibrant street with **street markets**, shops, live music, and people-watching.

1h 30m
Free
Monticello
Domorning

Monticello

Tour Jefferson's plantation home with gardens and **photography spots** overlooking hills.

2h
$30
Romare Bearden Park
Doafternoon

Romare Bearden Park

Relax by the lake, musical stepping stones, and color-changing waterfall with skyline views.

1h 30m
Free
Shopping on Downtown Mall
Doafternoon

Shopping on Downtown Mall

**Shopping** boutiques and galleries; hunt for local crafts and antiques.

1h 30m
Varies/Free to browse
Trade Street Shopping & Murals
Dolate afternoon

Trade Street Shopping & Murals

Browse boutiques, street markets, and Talking Walls murals; check Spectrum Center for sports events.

1h 30m
$0-20

Restaurants & Food (4)

Amélie's French Bakery
Eatmorning

Amélie's French Bakery

Cozy French pastries, coffee, and quiche in a whimsical setting.

1h
$10-15 per person
Boudreaux's Louisiana Kitchen
Eatafternoon

Boudreaux's Louisiana Kitchen

Casual spot for Cajun po'boys or gumbo with Southern hospitality.

1h
$12-20 per person
C&O Restaurant
Eatevening

C&O Restaurant

Cozy spot for local trout or pasta—share the charcuterie board.

1h 30m
$20-25 per person
Market Street Market
Eatafternoon

Market Street Market

Fresh sandwiches and salads from local ingredients—order the turkey club.

45m
$12-18 per person

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