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| Name | Type | Location | Description | Street | Telephone |
| Charlotte Motor Speedway | Stadiums | 28026 | . | PO Box 600 | 455-3200 |
| Carolina Boxing Hall of Fame | Historical Sites | 28026 | The hall of fame recognizes the achievements and contributions of individuals to the rich boxing history of the Carolinas. | Charlotte Motor Speedway | 455-3203 |
| Sam Bass Illustration & Design, Inc. | Gallery | 28026 | Art gallery featuring original watercolors and limited edition prints by motorsports artist Sam Bass. More than 100 prints and originals depicting the excitement and personalities of NASCAR stock car racing. | 5725-B Hwy. 29 North | 455-6915 |
| Tracks USA | Tours | 28026 | This is as close to the real thing as it gets. 9 h.p. NASCAR-style Stock Car replicas you drive around an indoor, 1/10 mile oval slick track. Only 5 minutes north of Charlotte Motor Speedway. | 363 Highway 29 North | 792-1444 |
| Winston Cup Tour | Tours | 28026 | Thrilling track rides (conditions permitting). Photograph session at Victory Circle, action-packed film presentation, Carolinas Boxing Hall of Fame, Winston Gift Shop and tours of the grounds, garages and pit areas. Located 16 miles northeast of uptown Ch | Charlotte Motor Speedway | 455-3204 |
| Movies at the Lake | Movie Theaters | 28031 | . | 20310 Chartwell Center Dr. | 892-3841 |
| Christa Faut Gallery | Gallery | 28036 | . | 103 Knox Ct. | 892-5312 |
| Davidson Community Players | Performing Arts | 28036 | Community theater presents two major summer productions. | 305 North Main St. | 892-7953 |
| Memory Lane Museum of | Historical Sites | 28075 | . | 4545 Hwy. 29 | . |
| Alexandriana | Historical Sites | 28078 | Site of the signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence on May 20, 1775. | 9921 Old Statesville Rd. | 896-9808 |
| Backyard Museum | Historical Sites | 28078 | . | 9415 Gilead Rd. | 875-2994 |
| Carolina Raptor Center | Historical Sites | 28078 | Dedicated to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through education, rehabilitation, research and breeding. 3/4 mile nature trail, exhibiting over 20 species of raptors and an educational exhibit hall. | 6000 Sample Rd. | 875-6521 |
| Energy Explorium | Other Places | 28078 | . | 13339 Hagers Ferry Rd. | 875-5600 |
| Energy Explorium | Tours | 28078 | Self-guided tour to learn more about nuclear power. Lake Norman's energy information center. Located 25 miles north of Charlotte, Exit 25 or 28 off I-77. | 13339 Hagers Ferry Rd. | 875-5600 |
| Historic Latta Place/Historic Latta Plantation | Historical Sites | 28078 | Circa 1800 Catawba River plantation home and out buildings with living, working farm. Tours of house throughout the yera, except January and February. Annual special events and monthly classes in 19th century lifeways and crafts. | Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Rd. | . |
| McIntyre Historic Site | Historical Sites | 28078 | Site of Revolutionary War Skirmish and 19th Century gold mining. | 5801 McIntyre Ave. | 875-1391 |
| Kristophers Sports Bar Grille & Delli | Nightlife | 28105 | . | 250 N. Trade St. | 845-6200 |
| Matthews Community Theatre | Performing Arts | 28105 | . | 100 McDowell St. | 847-5480 |
| Matthews Festival | Movie Theaters | 28105 | . | 10498 E. Independenc Blvd. | 847-7469 |
| Meadowview Steak House & Piano Bar | Nightlife | 28105 | . | 9727 E. Independence Blvd. | 847-3238 |
| Movies 10 Matthews | Movie Theaters | 28105 | . | 9508 Northeast Court | 847-2006 |
| Q-ZAR | Kids & Teens | 28105 | Family entertainment center with laser tag. | 1830 Windsor Square Dr. | 845-4505 |
| Richardson Gallery | Gallery | 28112 | . | 222 N. Main St. | 289-6909 |
| AAA-O "Saltshaker Yacht Crackers" | Tours | 28115 | Lake Norman boat rentals and charters, yachts, pontoon, and ski boats. Open 7 days per week. Located 18 miles north of uptown Charlotte on I-77. | 398 Stonemarker Rd. | 892-5990 |
| Catawba Queen Lake Cruises | Tours | 28115 | Enjoy a cruise of beautiful Lake Norman. We offer sightseeing, luncheons and dinner cruises, private charters available. Call for reservations. Open year round. Located 25 miles north of uptown Charlotte on Highway 150. | 1156 River Hwy. | 663-2628 |
| Celebration Station | Kids & Teens | 28134 | . | 10400 Cadillac St. | 552-7888 |
| Ice House of Charlotte | Other Places | 28134 | . | 400 Towne Center Blvd. | 889-9000 |
| James K. Polk Memorial | Historical Sites | 28134 | A memorial to the 11th U.S. President, James K. Polk, born in Mecklenburg. Featuring exhibits/displays of life and times of Polk. 25 minute film, "Who is Polk?" and tours of reconstructed log houses. | Hwy. 521 | . |
| Stewart Village Gallery | Gallery | 28173 | . | 116 McDonald St. | 843-5638 |
| Charlotte Symphony Orchestra | Performing Arts | 28202 | Concert season from September through May. Classical Subscription series, a series for children, Oratorio Singers, and school educational concerts. "Pops in the Park" attracts thousands to Freedom Park in the summer. | 1415 South Church St. | 332-6136 |
| Opera Carolina | Performing Arts | 28202 | Produces four annual productions featuring famous singers, elaborate sets and costumes. | 345 N. College St. | 372-1000 Tickets |
| Charlotte Repertory Theater | Performing Arts | 28202 | A professional theater company presenting contemporary and classical works. Performances are in the Booth Playhouse of the NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. | 2040 Charlotte Plaza | 375-4796 |
| Charlotte Convention Center | Performing Arts | 28202 | . | 501 S. College St. | 339-6000 |
| 13-13 | Nightlife | 28202 | Private Club | 607 W. 5th St. | 347-3999 |
| Afro-American Children's Theatre | Performing Arts | 28202 | Performs in Pease Auditorium ath the college. | 345 North College St. | 372-7410 |
| Afro-American Cultural Center | Gallery | 28202 | A multi-disciplinary arts organization preserving the rich artistic heritage of African American culture through exhibitions, performances, workshops and hands-on activities. The region's showcase for African-American art, music, theater, film and cultur | 401 N. Myers St. | 374-1565 |
| Arts & Science Council | Gallery | 28202 | . | 227 West Trade St., Suite 250 | 372-9667 |
| Bar Charlotte | Nightlife | 28202 | Playing the best dance music from the 60's to the 90's. | 300 N. College St. | 342-2557 |
| Cellar | Nightlife | 28202 | . | 300 E. Morehead St. | 334-2655 |
| Champions Sports Bar | Nightlife | 28202 | Entertainment, Interactive video and games; Dress code. Uptown's favorite place to watch sporting events. 19 video monitors, billiards, and old-time shuffleboard. Located at the corner of Trade and Tryon, across from the NationsBank Tower. | 100 W. Trade St. | 333-9000 |
| Community School of the Arts | Performing Arts | 28202 | . | 200 W. Trade St. | 377-4187 |
| Discovery Place | Historical Sites | 28202 | One of the nation's top hands on science museums, features an OMNIMAX Theatre, Planetarium, Life Center, Science Circus, Rain Forest, aquariums and changing exhibits. Here you can explore the expanses of outer space, the intricate workings of the human b | 301 N. Tryon St. | 372-6261 |
| Discovery Place/Omnimax Theatre | Tours | 28202 | Selection of OMNIMAX films and changing exhibits | . | 372-6261 |
| Farvan Collectibles, International Gallery | Gallery | 28202 | Art and handicrafts from around the world. Open Monday - Friday. | 220 N. Tryon St. | 375-1424 |
| Fat Tuesday's & World Mardy Gras | Nightlife | 28202 | Live entertainment. | 211 N. College St. | 375-3288 |
| First Night Charlotte | Event | 28202 | An alcohol-free, civic arts festival in Uptown Charlotte on New Year s Eve with performance sites in lobbies, auditoriums, theaters, and church sanctuaries. | 227 West Trade Street, Suite 250 | 372-9667 |
| Foundry Pub & Deli | Nightlife | 28202 | . | 601 S. Cedar St. | 347-1841 |
| Gold Leaf Gallery | Gallery | 28202 | . | 439 S. Tryon St. | 376-0206 |
| Historic Fourth Ward | Other Places | 28202 | . | . | . |
| Historic Fourth Ward Walking Tour | Tours | 28202 | Sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association, this map-guided, non-competitive year-round walk takes you through uptown as well as some of the historic neighborhoods of Charlotte. Maps are available at the start and finish point. "InfoCharlotte". | . | 331-2700 |
| Hodges Taylor Gallery | Gallery | 28202 | . | 227 N. Tryon St. | 334-3799 |
| Knight Gallery | Gallery | 28202 | . | 110 E. 7th St. | 372-9664 |
| LP's On Morehead | Nightlife | 28202 | . | 300 E. Morehead St. | 334-2655 |
| Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center | Stadiums | 28202 | . | 800 East 2nd St. | 336-DIVE |
| Moon Room | Nightlife | 28202 | . | 433 S. Tryon St. | 342-2003 |
| Museum of the New South | Gallery | 28202 | History museum focusing on the Piedmont Carolinas, from post-Reconstruction to the present. The museum sponsors tours, programing and exhibits for people of all ages. | 324 N. College St. | 333-1887 |
| Mythos | Nightlife | 28202 | Charlotte s Newest Alternative Dance Club. Charlotte s best DJ s spin progressive House, Techno & European Dance Music. Theme nights & drink specials. Open Tues.-Sun. 10pm - 4 am. For more information, call. Available for private parties. | 300 N. College St. | 375-8765 |
| NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Tours | Tours | 28202 | View behind the scenes. | . | 333-4686 |
| Nickyo s Uptown | Nightlife | 28202 | Located in The Foundry on South Cedar Street one block from the NFL Carolina Panthers Stadium. Voted Charlotte s best new club of the year. A place where past present and future come to party. | 601 South Cedar Street, Suite 106 | 375-4737 |
| North Carolina Blumenthal | Performing Arts | 28202 | A comprehensive regional arts and entertainment complex. The five level 177,000 square foot center features the 2100 seat Belk Theater and the smaller Booth Theater. Home of Opera Carolina, Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, NC Dance Theater, Charlotte Reperto | 130 N. Tryon St. | 372-1000 Box Ofc |
| Oratorio Singers of Charlotte | Performing Arts | 28202 | . | 345 N. College St. | 332-0468 |
| Pope's Gallery at Founders Hall | Gallery | 28202 | . | 100 N. Tryon St. | 339-0450 |
| Sector 314 | Nightlife | 28202 | . | 314 N. College St. | 358-0776 |
| Spirit Square Center for the Arts & Education | Gallery | 28202 | All varieties of artistic expression under one roof, the performing arts, the visual arts, and arts education are combined with seven art galleries, three theaters and hundreds of arts workshops and classes. | 345 N. College St. | 372-7469 |
| Spirit Square Center for the Arts & Education | Performing Arts | 28202 | Features art galleries, performance spaces, studios and a variety of visual and performing arts on a regular basis. | 345 N. College St. | 372-9664 Info |
| SpringFest | Event | 28202 | Fine arts festival with exhibits, artists, music and more. Held in uptown Charlotte. | 129 West Trade Street, Suite 1120 | 332-0126 |
| YMCA of Greater Charlotte | Gyms & Health Clubs | 28202 | . | 500 East Morehead St. | 339-0379 |
| YMCA/Uptown | Gyms & Health Clubs | 28202 | Health and fitness membership. | 200 First Union Center | 333-9622 |
| The Light Factory | Gallery | 28203 | . | 311 Arlington Ave. | 333-9755 |
| Art Vivant | Gallery | 28203 | . | 2910 Selwyn Ave., #313 | 365-5008 |
| Artisans Gallery | Gallery | 28203 | Local Charlotte artists. We also have raku, functional pottery, glass and metal sculpture. | 211 East Blvd. | 375-7800 |
| Brem House | Historical Sites | 28203 | . | 211 East Blvd. | . |
| Charlotte Trolley Inc. | Historical Sites | 28203 | . | 2104 South Blvd. | 375-0850 |
| Charlotte Trolley Museum | Tours | 28203 | Exhibit showing the trolley history in the Queen City. | 2100 South Blvd. | 375-0850 |
| Dilworth Brewing Co. | Nightlife | 28203 | . | 1301 East Blvd. | 377-2739 |
| Gallery W.D.O. | Gallery | 28203 | . | 2000 South Blvd.,Atherton Mill | 333-9123 |
| Harris Holt Gallery | Gallery | 28203 | Art gallery featuring work by Harris Holt and other artists, plus custom picture framing. | 1717 Kenilworth Ave. | 373-9090 |
| Johnson Beer Company | Tours | 28203 | Guided tour of a microbrewery to learn how beer is made in the craft brewing industry. Beer samplings during tour. Located in historic Dilworth. Call for tour schedule information. | 2210 South Blvd. | 339-0340 |
| McNeal Gallery | Gallery | 28203 | . | 226 E. Tremont Ave. | 333-9201 |
| Mixed Media Studio and Gallery | Gallery | 28203 | . | 1620 South Blvd. | 342-4481 |
| Pewter Rose | Nightlife | 28203 | . | 1820 South Blvd. | 332-8149 |
| Southend Brewery & Smokehouse | Nightlife | 28203 | Live nightly entertainment. | 2100 South Blvd. | 358-HOPS |
| Tremont Music Hall | Nightlife | 28203 | Live rock music on the weekends, other days on occassion. | 400 W. Tremont Ave. | 343-9494 |
| Children's Theatre of Charlotte | Performing Arts | 28204 | Offers a wide range of theater, dance music and mime. | 1017 E. Morehead St. | 333-8983 Box Office |
| CPCC Summer Theater | Performing Arts | 28204 | . | 1201 Elizabeth Ave. | 342-6534 |
| Annex Gallery of Coffey & Thompson | Gallery | 28204 | . | 1423 E. 4th St. | 334-4332 |
| Cajun Queen Restaurant | Nightlife | 28204 | . | 1800 E. 7th St. | 377-9017 |
| Carolina Pro Musica | Performing Arts | 28204 | A 19,700 seat amphitheater. With both reserved, covered seating and open concert lawn seating. | 2516 E. 5th St. | 334-3468 |
| Central Piedmont Community College - Art Gallery - Pease Building | Gallery | 28204 | . | 1201 Elizabeth Ave. | 342-5948 |
| CJs | Nightlife | 28204 | Entertainment Live bands/Top 40's. Dress code. | 555 S. McDowell St. | 372-4100 |
| Dance Central-Catchin' On | Performing Arts | 28204 | . | 1201 Elizabeth Ave. | 342-6982 |
| Double Door Inn | Nightlife | 28204 | . | 218 E. Independence Blvd. | 376-1446 |
| Jack Straw's, A Tavern of Taste | Nightlife | 28204 | . | 1936 E. 7th St. | 347-8960 |
| Memorial Stadium/Grady Cole Center | Performing Arts | 28204 | . | 310 N. Kings Dr. | 336-2462 |
| Metropolitan Music Ministries | Performing Arts | 28204 | . | 1615 E. 5th St. | 377-1352 |
| Picture House | Gallery | 28204 | . | 1520 E. 4th St. | 333-8235 |
| Queen City Oyster House | Nightlife | 28204 | . | 911 E. Morehead St. | 342-1497 |
| Saint Mary's Chapel | Historical Sites | 28204 | . | 1129 E. 3rd St. | 333-1235 |
| Vietnam War Memorial Park | Historical Sites | 28204 | Outdoor concrete memorial engraved with the history of the Vietnam War and the names of the veterans. | 1129 E. 3rd St. | 336-4200 |
| Blue Pony Art Gallery | Gallery | 28205 | . | 3202-A N. Davidson St. | 334-9390 |
| Center of the Earth Gallery | Gallery | 28205 | . | 3204 N. Davidson St. | 375-5756 |
| Charlotte Shakespeare Company | Performing Arts | 28205 | Shakespeare in the Park - each summer (Freedom Park) | 2131 McClintock Rd. | . |
| Elegant Jungle | Gallery | 28205 | . | 3206 N. Davidson St. | 375-5756 |
| Gallery of Dimension | Gallery | 28205 | . | 211 N. College St.,Suite 208 | 372-4919 |
| Independence Arena | Stadiums | 28205 | Home of the Checkers and acts not big enough for the Coliseum. | 2700 E. Independence Blvd. | 335-3100 |
| Merchandise Mart | Other Places | 28205 | Home of trade shows and concerts. | 2500 E. Independence Blvd. | 333-7709 |
| Ovens Auditorium | Performing Arts | 28205 | Plays, concerts, other forms of entertainment. | 2700 E. Independence Blvd. | 335-3100 |
| Putt-Putt Golf & Games | Kids & Teens | 28205 | 54-hole Putt-Putt golf and game room. | 5000 Albemarle Rd. | 536-0764 |
| Queens Gallery & Art Center | Gallery | 28205 | . | 1212 The Plaza | 372-2993 |
| Rocky's | Nightlife | 28205 | . | 4220 E. Independence Blvd. | 532-9172 |
| Silver Screen Cafe | Movie Theaters | 28205 | . | 4220 E. Independence Blvd. | 535-8333 |
| Historic Rosedale | Historical Sites | 28206 | Circa. 1815, its 8-acre grounds are open for tours and rentals. The home is one of the finest examples of Federal style plantation architecture in N.C. | 3427 N. Tryon St. | 335-0325 |
| North Carolina Dance Theatre | Performing Arts | 28206 | The states only fully professional dance company, offers "The Nutcracker" and other productions. DancePlace the company's official school, offers a wide range of classes and dance education for all ages and abilities, with the primary focus on training a | 800 N. College St. | 372-0101 |
| Mint Museum of Art | Gallery | 28207 | North Carolina's first art museum with American, European, African and pre-Columbian art. Regional crefts, historic costumes, gold coins minted in Charlotte and an outstanding collection of pottery and porcelain. Adults $4.00, Senior Citizens $3, Student | 2730 Randolph Rd. | 337-2000 |
| Theatre Charlotte | Performing Arts | 28207 | NC's oldest community theater, with six main stage productions a year. Over 700 volunteers annually. | 501 Queens Rd. | 334-9128 Box Ofc |
| Charlotte Choral Society | Performing Arts | 28207 | Nationally recognized chorus of volunteer singers. | 1900 Queens Rd. | 374-1564 |
| Manor Theater | Movie Theaters | 28207 | . | 609 Providence Rd. | 334-2727 |
| Pope's Gallery | Gallery | 28207 | . | 1029 Providence Rd. | 342-1774 |
| Providence Cafe | Nightlife | 28207 | . | 110 Perrin Place | 376-2008 |
| Queens College Theatre | Performing Arts | 28207 | . | 1900 Selwyn Ave. | 332-7121 |
| Carolina Historic Aviation | Historical Sites | 28208 | Air museum and aircraft resotration facility. | 4108 Airport Dr. | 359-8442 |
| Coyote Joe's | Nightlife | 28208 | Country-western dance club | 4621 Wilkinson Blvd. | 399-4946 |
| Miami's | Nightlife | 28208 | D.J., high energy. Dress code. | 3315 I-85 S. Service Rd. | 392-1200 |
| Milestone Club | Nightlife | 28208 | . | 3400 Tuckaseegee Rd. | 398-0472 |
| Pterodactyl Club | Nightlife | 28208 | . | 1600 Freedom Dr. | 342-3400 |
| Amo's Bar & Bistro | Nightlife | 28209 | . | 4329 Park Rd. | 527-6611 |
| Artifacts | Gallery | 28209 | Come experience Charlotte s leading contemporary arts and crafts gallery located in Historic Myers Park. Featuring over 300 artists nationwide as well as craftsmen from our own state! | 2908 Selwyn Ave. | 375-8910 |
| Charlotte Nature Museum | Historical Sites | 28209 | Small urban nature center that features live animal room, nature trail and puppet theater. Located in southeast Charlotte, adjacent to Freedom Park. | 1658 Sterling Rd. | 372-6261 |
| Press Box | Nightlife | 28209 | . | 1627 Montford Dr. | 523-4981 |
| Queen Park | Movie Theaters | 28209 | . | 3700 South Blvd. | 523-6600 |
| Selwyn Avenue Pub | Nightlife | 28209 | . | 2801 Selwyn Ave. | 333-3443 |
| Village Tavern | Nightlife | 28209 | . | 4201 Congress St. | 552-9983 |
| Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary | Gardens | 28209 | Formal areas with brick path and lovely vistas to walk and view. Emphasis in garden is on plantings that attract birds providing nesting sites and food. Located five miles south of uptown Charlotte. | 248 Ridgewood Ave. | 331-0664 |
| All Sports Cafe (Sports Bar) | Nightlife | 28210 | . | 6010 Fairview Rd. | 366-3663 |
| Coach's Sports Bar & Grille, Inc. | Nightlife | 28210 | . | 10403 Park Rd. | 544-0607 |
| Park 51 Cinema | Movie Theaters | 28210 | . | 10621 Park Rd. | 542-5551 |
| YMCA/Harris | Gyms & Health Clubs | 28210 | Offering fitness, children's programming, swimming....call for details. | 5900 Quail Hollow Rd. | 552-9622 |
| Charlotte Youth Ballet | Performing Arts | 28211 | The Nutcracker, "Sleeping Beauty", and "Thumbelina" are included in the season. Well known professional guest artists perform in the larger productions. | 627 S. Sharon Amity Rd. | 366-5133 |
| Jerald Melberg Gallery | Gallery | 28211 | Art gallery representing living American artists. Founded in 1983, it is one of the premier galleries in the Southeast. | 3900 C. Colony Rd. | 365-3000 |
| SouthPark Mall Cinemas | Movie Theaters | 28211 | . | 4400 Sharon Rd. | 364-6622 |
| Bailey's Sports Bar & Grill | Nightlife | 28212 | . | 5837 Albemarle Rd. | 532-1005 |
| Bopper's Bar & Boogie | Nightlife | 28212 | . | 5237 Albemarle Rd. | 537-3323 |
| Charlotte City Ballet Company | Performing Arts | 28212 | . | 8612 Monroe Rd. | 536-0615 |
| Comedy Zone | Nightlife | 28212 | The Comedy Zone features America's funniest comedians six nights a week! There are nightly specials, ethnic nights, and a karaoke bar. | 5317-A E. Independence Blvd. | 568-HAHA |
| Graduate | Nightlife | 28212 | . | 2014 Sharon Forest Dr. | 532-2562 |
| Ice Capades Chalet | Other Places | 28212 | Ice skating facility featuring recreational ice skating as well as professional instruction, pro shop, hockey leagues, etc. Admission $4.50, $2.00 skate rental. | Eastland Mall, 5595 Central Ave. | 568-0772 |
| Karaoke Cafe | Nightlife | 28212 | . | 5317 E. Independence Blvd. | 532-5608 |
| Laser Quest | Kids & Teens | 28212 | Laser tag action adventure game in a dark sci-fi maze. | 5323-A East Independence Blvd. | 567-6707 |
| Mixer's | Nightlife | 28212 | . | 5321 E. Independence Blvd. | 535-7225 |
| Regency Theaters | Movie Theaters | 28212 | . | 6434 Albemarle Rd. | 536-5378 |
| Rainbow Deli & Cafe | Nightlife | 28213 | . | 1001 E. W.T. Harris Blvd. | 548-8989 |
| Tryon Mall Cinemas | Movie Theaters | 28213 | . | 4500 N. Tryon St. | 597-0222 |
| Charlotte Museum of History & Hezekiah Alexander Homesite | Historical Sites | 28215 | Original "Rock House" built in 1774 with a reconstructed log kitchen and springhouse. Costumed docent guide public on tours. History museum presents a variety of changing exhibits. Located approximately 3 1/2 miles northeast of uptown. | 3500 Shamrock Dr. | 568-1774 |
| Reedy Creek Environmental Center | Historical Sites | 28215 | Small, remote nature center located on a 700-acre nature preserve. Featuring hands- on exhibits, one mile nature trail, naturalist guided walks, naturalists lab, environmental programs and science workshops. Located between Rocky River, Grier and Plaza Rd | 2900 Rocky River Rd. | . |
| Excelsior Club | Nightlife | 28216 | . | 921 Beatties Ford Rd. | 334-5709 |
| Metrolina Expo Center | Tours | 28216 | Antique and collectible shows, large variety market, annual Christmas craft show, and other consumer events. | 7100 Statesville Road | 596-4643 |
| Baha Club | Nightlife | 28217 | Charlotte's newest and largest dance club. | 4369 S. Tryon St. | 525-3343 |
| Bourbon Street Station | Nightlife | 28217 | . | 6101 Old Pineville Rd. | 522-0231 |
| Carolina Mill & Bakery | Nightlife | 28217 | . | 122 E. Woodlawn Rd. | 525-2530 |
| Charlotte Coliseum | Performing Arts | 28217 | Home of the Hornets, this 24,000 seat coliseum hosts basketball, concerts, Ice Capades, horse shows and the circus. | 100 Paul Buck Blvd. | 375-4700 Info |
| Club 2000 | Nightlife | 28217 | . | 5300 Old Pineville Rd. | 525-4444 |
| Courtyard Lounge | Nightlife | 28217 | . | 800 Arrowood Rd. | 527-5055 |
| Eastland Mall Cinemas 3 | Movie Theaters | 28217 | . | 5471 Central Ave. | 568-0408 |
| King's Golf Center & Sports Complex | Gyms & Health Clubs | 28217 | 78-bay triple decker golf range, pro shop, full service cafe, and co-ed fitness center with aerobic classes, cardiovascular equipment, and free-weight facility combined. | 3722 South Tryon St. | 527-6550/7853 |
| Lizzie's Restaurant | Nightlife | 28217 | . | 4809 S. Tryon St. | 527-3064 |
| O'Hara's | Nightlife | 28217 | Live Beach music; Dress Code. | 212 Woodlawn Rd. | 525-8350 |
| P. J. McKenzies | Nightlife | 28217 | Live bands and DJ. Dress Code | 4800 S. Tryon St. | 529-1922 |
| Charlotte Community Concert Association | Performing Arts | 28220 | Charlotte's oldest concert organization. Classical music, dance companies, choral groups, soloists and instrumentalists. | Box 11356 | 527-6680 |
| Town Cinema 6 | Movie Theaters | 28223 | . | 8640 University City Blvd. | 549-1629 |
| UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens & Sculpture Garden | Gardens | 28223 | Tour the McMillan Greenhouse, featuring orchids, cactuses, carnivorous plants and rain forest, and the Van Landingham Glen. 4 environments: orchids, cactuses, carnivorous plants and rain forest; rhodendrons and wild flowers; ornamental plants; | Univ. of N. Carolina at Charlotte Hwy 49 N. | 547-4286 |
| Bailey's Sports Bar & Grill | Nightlife | 28226 | . | 8500 Pineville-Matthews Rd. | 541-0794 |
| Walden Gallery | Gallery | 28226 | . | 4607 Parview Dr. | 541-8575 |
| Delta Road 6 | Movie Theaters | 28227 | . | 8800 E. Harris Blvd. | 532-9117 |
| Palomino Club | Nightlife | 28227 | . | 9607 Albemarle Rd. | 568-6104 |
| Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission | Historical Sites | 28235 | Tours available: Hornet's Nest Charlotte-Mecklenburg during the Revolution , The Plantation World of Mecklenburg and New South Charlotte . Existing tours can be adapted and additional tours can be arranged to suit your group. | PO Box 35434 | 376-9115 |
| Charlotte Jazz Society | Performing Arts | 28237 | . | PO Box 37002 | 525-9346 |
| Charlotte Philharmonic Orchestra | Performing Arts | 28247 | . | PO Box 470987 | 846-2788 |
| Beauregard's Too | Nightlife | 28262 | . | 8933 J.M. Keynes Dr. | 547-0180 |
| University Place 6 | Movie Theaters | 28262 | . | 8925 J.M. Keynes Dr. | 547-1187 |
| Movies at Sardis 8 | Movie Theaters | 28270 | . | 9630 Monroe Rd. | 847-2024 |
| Paladium Amphitheater at Paramount's Carowinds | Performing Arts | 28273 | Outdoor amphitheater with state-of-the-art sound system seating 13,000 | 14523 Carowinds Blvd. | 522-6500 |
| Paramount's Carowinds | Kids & Teens | 28273 | 92-acre theme park featuring six roller coasters, six-acre water park, Animation Station (new children's area), plus a wide variety of shows, shops, restaurants, family attractions, campground, and adjacent amphitheatre. | 14523 Carowinds Blvd. | 588-2606 |
| Arboretum 10 | Movie Theaters | 28277 | . | 8008 Providence Rd. | 55-MOVIE |
| Charlotte Folk Music Society | Performing Arts | 28277 | . | 5301 Alexa Rd. | 846-5508 |
| Pope's Gallery at the Arboretum | Gallery | 28277 | . | 8016 Providence Rd. | 541-3199 |
| Chamber Music of Charlotte | Performing Arts | 28299 | In-school and outreach concerts. | PO Box 9453 | 535-3024 |
| Chamber Music of Charlotte | Performing Arts | 28299 | . | PO Box 9453 | 535-3024 |
| N.C. Zoological Park | Zoos | Asheboro, NC | Natural-habitat zoo exhibiting more than 1,500 wild African and North American animals. Zoo rated among the TOP 5 in North America. Polar bears, Gila monsters, elephants and more. Located 75 miles from Charlotte. NC-49 North to Asheboro. Zoo 6 miles south | 4401 Zoo Pkwy. | (910)879-7000 |
| Biltmore Estate Winery | Tours | Asheville, NC | . | One North Park Square | 274-6444 |
| Biltmore Estates Gardens | Gardens | Asheville, NC | . | 1 North Park Square | 274-6333 |
| Biltmore Estates House | Tours | Asheville, NC | . | One North Park Square | 274-6444 |
| Belmont Drive-In Theater | Movie Theaters | Belmont, NC | . | 314 McAdenville Rd. | 825-6044 |
| Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden | Gardens | Belmont, NC | Situated among rolling meadows and woodlands in south Gaston County, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden presents acres of manicured gardens - daylilies, perennials, cottage garden, and formal gardens - surrounding the Visitor Center and Cottage Garden Gift | 6400 S. New Hope Rd. | 825-4490 |
| Piedmont Carolina Railroad | Historical Sites | Belmont, NC | . | 2 N. Main St. | . |
| Olde English District* | Tours | Chester, SC | Seven S.C. counties feature sites such as historic Brattonsville, Camden, and the oldest inland city in S.C. | 107 Main Street | (803) 385-6800 |
| Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens | Gardens | Columbia, SC | 1,500 animals from around the world in natural habitats. Aquarium Reptile Complex, Riverbqanks Farm, African Plains. 70-acre Botanical Garden with formal gardens and woodland trails. Restaurants, picnic area, stroller rentals. | 500 Wildlife Pkwy. | (803)779-8717 |
| Weaving Room & Gallery | Other Places | Crossnore, NC | . | Crossnore School, Inc. | 733-4660 |
| Gaston County Museum of Art & History | Gallery | Dallas, NC | Located in the restored 1852 Hoffman Hotel on the historic Dallas court square. Victorian Period rooms. Changing exhibits on American art and history. The Stowe Carriage House showcases the largest public collection of carriages and sleighs in the state. | 131 W. Main St. | 922-7681 |
| Carl Sandburg Home | Historical Sites | Falt Rock | . | Little River Rd. | 693-4178 |
| New Heritage USA | Other Places | Fort Hill, SC | . | 3000 Heritage Pkwy. | (803)548-7800 |
| Knights Castle | Stadiums | Fort Mill, SC | . | . | . |
| Radisson Grand Resort | Other Places | Fort Mill, SC | America s Premier Family and Christian Resort. | 3000 Heritage Pkwy. | (803)548-7800 |
| Gaston County Travel & Tourism* | Tours | Gastionia, NC | 1-800-849-9994, Fax: (704) 861-8302 Gaston is home to the Magnolia Tour. The tour is filled with treasured memories housed in wonderful old museums. Treasures range from trains to trucks and even to horse-drawn sleds, for those of you who yearn for a simp | 2551 Pembroke Road | 867-4771 |
| Schiele Museum of Natural | Historical Sites | Gastonia | . | 1500 Garrison Blvd. | 866-6900 |
| Racing Experiences & Tours , Richard Petty | Tours | Harrisburg, NC | Harrisburg (704) 455-9443 | 6022 Victory Lane | 455-9443 |
| More Art Gallery | Gallery | Hickory | . | Hwy 70 & 301 | 328-8183 |
| Greater Hickory CVB* | Tours | Hickory, NC | Enjoy over 85 discount furniture outlets, historic Murrays Mill (the covered bridge), Crawdads Baseball and Catawba County Arts Center. | PO Box 1828 | 1-800-849-5093 |
| Hickory Furniture Mart | Tours | Hickory, NC | Offering discounted prices on 500 plus lines in 12 acres of showrooms. Sixty-five galleries and factory outlets. Visitors Center and architectural center. One mile from I-40 exit 125. | 2220 Hwy. 70 SE | 800-462-MART |
| Hickory Museum of Art | Gallery | Hickory, NC | . | 243 3rd Ave., N.E. | 327-8576 |
| Hiddenite Center, Inc. | Gallery | Hiddenite, NC | . | PO Box 311 | 632-6966 |
| Cabarrus County Visitors Center | Tours | Kannapolis, NC | Feel the excitement of America s first gold rush by panning for gold! Enjoy auto racing; go-karting; classic cars; historic homes and museums; antiques; specialty and outlet shops; parks; gardens; tropical birds; horse-drawn carriage rides; festivals, and | 200 West Avenue | 938-4550 |
| Fieldcrest Cannon Textile Museum & Multi-Image Theatre Show | Gallery | Kannapolis, NC | Highlight of the exhibition includes an antique hand loom, samples of textilews that are more than 1,200 years old, towels commemorating historic athletic and world events, an interactive touch-screen computer monitor that details tetile manufacturing pro | 200 West Ave. | 938-3200 |
| Fort Defiance | Historical Sites | Lenoir | . | PO Box 686 | . |
| Grandfather Mountain | Tours | Linville, NC | Singled out by the United Nations as a nature preserve of global importance, Grandfather Mountain offers visitors an easy, fun way to encounter nature on a whole different level. See panthers, bears, deer and eagles in their natural habitats, cross the hi | US 221 & The Blue Ridge Parkway | 733-2013 |
| Ghost Town In The Sky | Kids & Teens | Maggie Valley, NC | . | PO Box 369 | 926-1140 |
| Historic Brattonsville | Historical Sites | McConnell, SC | . | 1444 Brattonsville Rd. | (803)684-2327 |
| Union County Chamber of Commerce | Tours | Monroe, NC | Charlotte's best neighborhood - a community where all of the hustle and bustle of a cosmopolitan lifestyle can be enjoyed from a quiet backyard. | PO Box 1789 | 289-4567 |
| Lazy 5 Ranch | Zoos | Mooresville, NC | 3 1/2 mile safari ride in your own car or horsedrawn wagon. Animals from six continents including zebra, camels, deer, elk, antelope and more. Petting area, picnic area, play area. | 14235 Hwy. 801 | 278-2618 |
| Mooresville Travel & Visitor Council* 480 North Main Street, Box 628 | Tours | Mooresville, NC | Visit the historic downtown area; Lake Norman and the Catawba Queen; the Mooresville Ice Cream Plant and Carrigan Farm tours. | . | 664-3898 |
| Museum of York County | Historical Sites | Rock Hill, SC | . | 4621 Mount Gallant Rd. | (803)329-2121 |
| Rock Hill Arts Council | Historical Sites | Rock Hill, SC | . | 201 E. Main St. | (803)329-7000 |
| York County Convention & Visitors Bureau | Tours | Rock Hill, SC | York County, South Carolina located just minutes from downtown Charlotte on I-77 South. Visit the Catawba Indian Reservation, Historic York, Historic Brattonsville Plantation, Glencairn Garden and much more. Enjoy festivals and events year round. Visitors | P.O. Box 11377 | 800-866-5200 |
| Rowan Museum | Historical Sites | Salisbury | . | 106 S. Jackson St. | 633-5946 |
| Waterworks Visual Arts Center | Gallery | Salisbury | Offers regional and national gallery exhibitions, studio classes, workshops and lectures, as well as outreach programs. | 1 Water St. | 636-1882 |
| Rowan County Convention & Visitors Bureau* 215 Depot Street | Tours | Salisbury, NC | Discover Historic Salisbury and Rowan County. Also home to the N.C. Transportation Museum and the Salisbury Historic District. | . | 638-3100 |
| Cleveland County EDC* | Tours | Shelby, NC | Egyptian Revival, Colonial Revival, Gothic Revival and Spanish Mission are some of the unique architectural styles to be seen on a walking tour of the Central Shelby Historic District. The tour features over thirty-eight different sites dating from the 18 | 311 East Marion Street | 484-4999 |
| North Carolina Transportation Museum | Historical Sites | Spencer, NC | Site of Southern Railway's largest steam repair facility from 1896 to 1960. Today houses the N.C. Transportation Museum. Two exhibit areas interpreting all forms of inland transportation. Train rides seasonally. | 411 S. Salisbury Ave. | 636-2889 |
| Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site | Historical Sites | Stanfield, NC | Site of the first documented discovery of gold. Underground tours, Stamp Mill tour, museum and panning operation. Located 20 miles east of Charlotte off Highway 24/27. | 9621 Reed Mine Rd. | . |
| Arts and Science Center | Historical Sites | Statesville | . | 1335 Museum Rd. | 873-4734 |
| Statesville Travel & Tourism* | Tours | Statesville | Tour three historic districts; visit the oldest existing elementary school in N.C.; National Balloon Rally in the Fall. | Cooper & West Front Street | 872-7416 |
| Andrew Jackson Memorial | Historical Sites | Waxhaw | . | Hwy. 75 | 843-1832 |
| Museum of the Alphabet | Historical Sites | Waxhaw | . | Davis Rd. | 843-6066 |
| Museum of the Waxhaws | Historical Sites | Waxhaw | . | Hwy. 75 | 843-1843 |
| Energy Quest at Catawba Nuclear Station | Tours | York, SC | Energy Quest is the visitor center at Catawba. Come see where nuclear operators practice in the simulator and where hands-on computer video terminals let you explore the world of nuclear power. Located 25 miles southwest of Charlotte. | 4850 Concord Rd. | (803)831-3609 |
| Metrolina Theater | Performing Arts | . | . | . | . |
| AMC Carolina Pavilion 22 | Movie Theaters | . | . | I-485 & Hwy. 521 N. | 643-0631 |
| American Harp Society | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 372-6827 |
| BlockBuster Pavilion | Performing Arts | . | . | 707 Blockbuster Blvd. | 549-1292 |
| Cahoot's | Nightlife | . | Live Entertainment "New Country Music". Dress code. | Charlotte Marriott Executive Park' | 527-5507 |
| Callery Crawl | Tours | . | Galleries | Uptown & N. Davidson Street | 339-0450 |
| Carolina Renaissance Festival | Event | . | Seasonal - Re-creation of a Medieval marketplace. Boundless entertainment, games, food, drink, chivalry and jousting.....the greatest party since Camelot! | 16445 Poplar Tent Road | 896-5555 |
| Catawba Nuclear Plant | Other Places | . | . | . | . |
| Charlotte Blues Society | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 331-8871 |
| Charlotte Children's Choir | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 337-2248 |
| Charlotte Choir Boys | Performing Arts | . | Open to boys third grade and up. National tour each summer. | . | 374-1564 |
| Charlotte Fire and Police Academy | Other Places | . | . | . | . |
| Charlotte Flute Association | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 537-9592 |
| Charlotte Motor Speedway Tours | Tours | . | Track rides, film presentation, gift shop and more. | . | 455-3204 |
| Charlotte Music Club | Performing Arts | . | Sponsors the annual performance of Handel's "Messiah" | . | 376-1366 |
| Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 542-1630 |
| Charlotte Pops | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 332-6136 |
| Charlotte Regional Farmers Market | Tours | . | Featuring produce, handmade crafts, baked goods and plants. | 1801 Yorkmont Road | 357-1269 |
| Charlotte's Carolina Crown | Performing Arts | . | Drum and Bugle Corps | . | 333-3351 |
| Comedy Mystery Theatre Dinner Theater | Performing Arts | . | . | Grapevine Cafe | 523-5600 |
| Cowans Ford Dam | Other Places | . | . | . | . |
| Ensemble Company | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 333-8983 |
| Federal Reserve Bank | Tours | . | Group tours for adults of check operations; shipping and receiving of currency; currency destruction; bank security. 45 minute tour, 12 minute video and refreshments. Located Uptown. | 530 East Trade St. | 358-2492 |
| Innovative Theatre | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 342-1889 |
| Julian J. Clark Tennis Stadium | Stadiums | . | . | . | . |
| Loch Norman Highland Games | Event | . | Competitions in piping, drumming, harp, fiddle, Highland dance, archery, etc. with Celtick music in a family atmosphere. | . | 875-3113 |
| McGuire Nuclear Plant | Other Places | . | . | . | . |
| Mint Hill Country Doctor | Historical Sites | . | . | Museum | . |
| Omimeo Mime Theatre | Performing Arts | . | Mime and clown theater performances. The January festival and circus offer shows and workshops. Tours and residencies are available. | . | 366-3761 |
| Opera Company of Charlotte | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 372-5643 |
| Panther's Stadium | Stadiums | . | . | . | . |
| Park Terrace 6 | Movie Theaters | . | . | Park Road Shopping Center | 55-MOVIE |
| Queens College Community Orchestra | Performing Arts | . | . | . | 553-0314 |
| Southern Shows, Inc. | Event | . | Southern Spring Show, Southern Women s Show, Ideal Home Show, and Southern Christmas Show. | PO Box 36859 | 376-6594 |
| Tower Place Festival 8 | Movie Theaters | . | . | Hwy. 51 at Park Rd. | 541-9010 |
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