Charlotte Guide
For many people, Charlotte is the capital of the Deep South of the USA. A place where you can still experience the hospitality the region is famous for, and the perfect gateway from which you can explore the countryside of South Carolina. Amongst the attractions you should look out for are the various sites featured in the American Civil War, and the many crumbling and restored colonial mansions in the old plantations.
Guide to Charlotte Attractions
Take time out while you are visiting Charlotte to explore the many sights there. The Charlotte attractions include the Discovery Place is great to see for yourself. The Reed Gold Mine are definitely worth exploring! Charlotte’s history means plenty to see. You can book a Charlotte tour before you go, and benefiting from the expertise of our Charlotte based guides who will show you Charlotte’s less well known attractions.
As many visitors already know, Charlotte’s population are avid fans of American Football, which is played by the Carolina Panthers at their home: the Bank of America Stadium. The biggest sporting event to take place in Charlotte’s sporting calendar is the Wachovia Championship PGA Golf tournament at the Quail Hollow Club. If you can get tickets, it is a great show!
Guide to Charlotte Attractions
Take time out while you are visiting Charlotte to explore the many sights there. The Charlotte attractions include the Discovery Place is great to see for yourself. The Reed Gold Mine are definitely worth exploring! Charlotte’s history means plenty to see. You can book a Charlotte tour before you go, and benefiting from the expertise of our Charlotte based guides who will show you Charlotte’s less well known attractions.
Find out when is the best time to visit Charlotte in our simple guide to the climate of Charlotte. The table below displays annual temperature trends in Charlotte over the course of a year in Charlotte.
If you want to drive in Charlotte, you need an IDP (international driving permit) for the USA which you can arrange with the AA before you travel to Charlotte. When driving in Charlotte, in common with the rest of the USA, it is the law to drive on the right side of the road. We can arrange car hire in Charlotte before you travel to the USA and there are a number of depots in Charlotte where you can collect your hire car.
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport is approximately 7 miles to the west from Charlotte. The airport's IATA code is CLT, and flights there take 8 hours from the UK approximately. Getting into Charlotte is simple, and taxis are plentiful. Charlotte-Douglas International Airport offers plenty to do including shops offering souvenirs of Charlotte.
If you get into trouble in Charlotte, or just need some advice, the Charlotte British Consulate is the place to go.
British Honorary Consul
One Wachovia Center
301 South College Street, NC0748
9th Floor
Charlotte NE 28288-0748
Telephone: (1) (704) 383 4359
| City Name: | Charlotte |
| Country: | USA |
| Language: | English |
| Currency: | US Dollar |
| Time Difference: | GMT - 5 |
| Electricity Supply: | 110/120V AC 60Hz |
