East Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Forest
Popular places to visit
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.
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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Activities
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Historical city tour on eco-friendly cart
30-Minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte’s Southern Elegance Guided Tour by Vintage Car
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Our pick of the best East Forest Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
The Independence Inn Charlotte/Matthews Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Airport
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Omni Charlotte Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Forest
Grier Heights
While Grier Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Mint Museum and Bojangles' Coliseum.
SouthPark
SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.
Myers Park
Unique features of Myers Park include the gardens and historical sites. Make a stop by Theatre Charlotte or Little Sugar Creek Greenway while you're exploring the area.
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.
Elizabeth
If you're spending time in Elizabeth, check out sights like American Legion Memorial Stadium or Visulite Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at CPCC Central Campus Tram Stop or Elizabeth & Hawthorne Tram Stop.
Dilworth
While Dilworth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bank of America Stadium and Spectrum Center.