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USA - NORTH CAROLINA - CHARLOTTE: THE QUEEN CITY  Walk along the bustling streets of center city Charlotte, step aboard the historic Charlotte trolley or stroll along the tree-lined streets of its neighborhoods and experience the warmth and southern hospitality visitors to the Queen City have come to know.Charlotte's vibrant spirit can be seen throughout the city. Boasting an eclectic array of dining and nightlife, Charlotte's unique entertainment and feasting options create a real sense of character. Charlotte’s key attractions include Paramount’s Carowinds theme and water park, Discovery Place science center and OMNIMAX Theatre and the North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Visitors can experience Charlotte’s Center City by riding the Gold Rush rubber-wheeled trolley service, or ride the rails and take a relaxing guided tour of Charlotte aboard Streetcar #85 – an electric streetcar built in the Queen City in 1927. (Known as the Queen City, Charlotte was named in honor of Queen Charlotte, wife of King George III of England.) During this two-mile jaunt through Historic South End and the Center City, hear about Charlotte’s rise as an industrial and financial center and note the many historic landmarks along the route. Hop off to enjoy antique shopping and fine dining. The trolley showcases Charlotte’s growing, diverse community and introduces many to smart city planning and transit. Charlotte’s vintage trolleys animate the city center, connecting thriving urban neighborhoods with business and entertainment, creating a moving, changing classroom for exploring science, technology and the story of Charlotte’s past and future. Charlotte's culturally-enriched tapestry is a distinction that beckons visitors to return to the city year after year. Vibrant and robust, the cultural scene and innovative museums of Charlotte offer limitless possibilities as diverse as its people and lifestyles. Recognized as a leading cultural capital, Charlotte continues to build on its reputation as a world-class city through arts, science and historical attractions. From the top names in manufacturer and retail outlets, to upscale boutiques and unique shops nestled in neighborhood shopping centers, from destination megamalls, to antique villages, art galleries and outdoor markets, Charlotte offers a shopping experience with a wide range of retail options. Carolina blue skies and fantastic facilities put Charlotte on top of the list for sports fans and those in need of a little recreational fun. From the excellent parks throughout the county to more than 50 beautiful golf courses, Charlotte's climate is conductive to sports and recreation year round. Baseball, softball, football, soccer, basketball, racing and more ..... cycling, horseback riding, indoor ice-skating, swimming, sailing and even extreme sports. Charlotte's landscape is ever changing, and with the growth of the city, finding comfort in the accommodations gets easier by the day. Whether looking for the luxuries of a full-service hotel or resort, the dependable comfort of a favorite hotel chain, or the quaint charm of a bed-and-breakfast or historic inn, you can find it in Charlotte. There are more 30,000 hotel rooms in the area,including 4,100 within walking distance of the Charlotte Convention Center. Photo courtesy Visit Charlotte
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