Charlotte, North Carolina – Home of InvestEd 2008

Things to Do, Places to Go, Sites to See

General Travel Guides

The Official 2008 North Carolina Travel Guide contains more than 650 attractions and nearly 4000 leisure and hospitality options. The print version of this free guide features a pull-out map of the state and highlights some of the most popular visitor locations. For those looking for child-friendly activities, check out the ParentZone web site.

ParentZone provides free things to do with your family. The site includes an events calendar.

Infoplease includes a variety of information about North Carolina. If you want to know the state motto, flower, dog, or fruit, this is your site. Also available are printable maps and a large number of other resources.

Visit North Carolina highlights where to go, what to see, featured events, and a calendar of events.

The New York Times North Carolina Triangle Kid’s Weekend includes this interesting travel guide for North Carolina. In addition to the lead article that describes a “Weekend with the Kids,” the site includes a number of articles of interest.

North Carolina Historic Sites, a group of 27 unique state historic sites, invites the visitor to see the state as it was in earlier times. A calendar of events is available.

The Overall 10Best offers no shortage of things to do in the Queen City.

The Shoppes at University Place, located just a third of a mile from the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel, includes 80 stores, services, and restaurants. It is in a tranquil lake setting that makes an enjoyable spot for relaxing or for strolling along the boardwalk or the two mile walking/jogging trail. Outdoor entertainment options such as paddle boat rides, a new lakeside playground, and a giant chessboard guarantee fun for the whole family.