Governor's Island Travel Guide
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.
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.
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 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
Charlotte: Markets, Museums, and Parks 2-Hour Segway Tour
Charlotte: Queen City Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Governor's Island Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Governor's Island
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Mountain Island
While visiting Mountain Island, you might make a stop by sights like Catawba River and Latta Nature Preserve.
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North Lake
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Northlake Mall and Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics.
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University City
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens and Electrolux Corporate Headquarters are major draws, and you can catch the metro at McCullough Station or JW Clay Boulevard /UNC Charlotte Station to see more of the city.
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Hidden Valley
While you're in Hidden Valley, take in top sights like Sugar Creek Community Park and jump on the metro at Tom Hunter Station to see more of the city.
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NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like NoDa Brewing Company or Little Sugar Creek Greenway, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
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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.