Charlotte Museum of History and Hezekiah Alexander Homesite
3500 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
704-568-1774

At the Charlotte Museum of History, permanent exhibits focus on the Charlotte of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries; the American Freedom Bell and much more. Tours of the Hezekiah Alexander House, built in 1774, are led by costumed docents. A trip here is an education in Charlotte history.

Charlotte’s Historic Trolley and Museum
2104 South Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-375-0850

Charlotte’s Historic Trolley is an electric streetcar built in 1927, and it was the last to operate when the streetcar system was retired in 1938. Your guide will point out many historic landmarks along the route, and you’re welcome to hop off at will to enjoy antique shopping and fine dining. Before boarding a trolley, check out the photos and exhibits illustrating trolleys through the years.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, NC 28012
704-825-4490

The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is a perfect spot for an afternoon picnic. The 110-acre site features manicured gardens, water features, natural meadows and woodlands. Take a stroll and enjoy the colorful grounds.

Carolinas Aviation Museum
Charlotte/Douglas International Airport
4108 Airport Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
704-359-8442

The Carolinas Historic Aviation Commission and Carolinas Aviation Museum features more than 30 historic aircraft on display, a viewing area to watch planes take off and land, a gift shop and more.

Lowe’s Motor Speedway at Charlotte
5555 Concord Parkway South
Concord, NC 28027
704-455-3200 or 800-455-FANS

Lowe’s Motor Speedway at Charlotte receives a million visitors a year. The speedway annually hosts NASCAR NEXTEL Cup; Busch and Craftsman Truck Series races; AutoFairs; a 10-week Legends Car Summer Shootout Series; stock car driving schools and a variety of annual events at The Dirt Track. Tours of the speedway are available daily.

Mint Museum of Art
2730 Randolph Road
Charlotte, NC 28207
704-337-2000

The Mint Museum of Art is housed inside a US Mint, built in 1836. The museum’s permanent collection features American and European items, African, pre-Columbian and Spanish colonial art, regional works of art and more.

Mint Museum of Craft & Design
220 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-337-2000

The Mint Museum of Craft & Design features 16,000 square feet of gallery space. Permanent collection pieces showcase ceramics, glass, fiber, metal, wood and more.

McGill Rose Garden
940 North Davidson Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
704-333-6497

The McGill Rose Garden features about a thousand roses, representing 230 varieties. The garden originated in the 1950s and measures 1 1/3 acres.

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
8181 Concord Mills Boulevard
Concord, NC 28027
704-979-2200

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World is not just a sporting goods store. Bass Pro is a showplace that will thrill the outdoorsmen in your group and entertain the others with its unique atmosphere.

Levine Museum of the New South
200 East Seventh Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-333-1887

The Levine Museum of the New South is an interactive museum focusing on post-Civil War southern history.

Charlotte Symphony
1300 Baxter Street Suite 300
Charlotte, NC 28204
704-972-2003

The largest and most active performing arts group in the central Carolinas. They offer a wide variety of excellent performances.

Jeff Gordon Racing School
6025 Victory Lane
Concord, NC 28027
877-4-JEFF-24

Drive an actual race driven Nextel Cup car that was driven by one of your favorite drivers like Matt Kenseth or Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Experience racing from a different perspective!

North Carolina Dance Theatre
622 East 28th Street Suite 113
Charlotte, NC 28205
704-372-0101

Professional dance company that performs all over the country entertaining guests with full-length classical ballets and more.

Skybrook Golf Club
14720 Northgreen Drive
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-948-6611

One of the area’s best courses offering 18 holes throughout 7,000 yards of hilly terrain.

Carolina Trail Golf Clubs
6803 Stevens Mill Road
Matthews, NC 28104
704-882-4899

Five different golfing experiences for your enjoyment! Call for tee times and pricing.

Opera Carolina
Two Wachovia Center
301 South Tryon Street Suite 1550
Charlotte, NC 28282
704-332-7177

Largest professional opera company in the Carolinas!