The Market at 7th Street

In a cozy, hip setting, this Plaza Midwood gem whips up globally inspired small plates and creative cocktails, perfect for casual hangouts or date nights.

Museum showcasing international art, plus live performances & educational programs for all ages.

Charlotte's Discovery Place is a vibrant science and tech museum where hands-on learning meets fun, featuring colorful exhibits, a rain forest, and an IMAX theater.

Upscale rooms & suites in a vintage-chic hotel with a high-end restaurant, a bar & a 24-hour gym. Set in a converted 1920s department store opposite the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, this refined hotel in the uptown district is a 6-minute walk from the Levine Museum of the New South, and 7 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Featuring art deco and mid-century furnishings, the vintage-chic rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minibars and Nespresso machines. Some open onto an interior atrium. Suites add living areas and wet bars; upgraded suites have separate living rooms and balconies. Free evening drinks are served in a club lounge. There's also a lobby bar, a high-end restaurant and a 24-hour gym.

Chic rooms in a glass-fronted property offering regional dining, a cocktail bar & a rooftop pool. In the financial district, this upscale, glass-fronted hotel is a 3-minute walk from North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and 6 minutes' walk from Discovery Place science museum. The stylish rooms come with free Wi-Fi, 37-inch flat-screens and work desks, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add separate sitting/dining areas. In-room massage services are available. Amenities include vibrant restaurant serving regional cuisine, as well as a cocktail bar. There's also a rooftop pool, a sundeck and a fitness center, as, well as 16,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and a business center.

Quaint cafe/bar in the McGill Rose Garden with hot drinks, craft beer & wines, plus photo sessions.

Fin & Fino is a spacious seafood haven in Uptown Charlotte, offering a vibrant menu of American fare and at least 12 oysters, perfect for every occasion.

Nestled in the heart of Charlotte, this micro-market is your go-to for expertly crafted sandwiches, local brews, and a cozy vibe that's hard to resist.

A lively food hall bursting with diverse eats, art, and seating options, perfect for a fun outing with friends or a casual afternoon munch.

Buzzy hangout serving pub fare that's kicked up a notch & broadcasting local pro & college football.