City Guide: Charlotte, NC
Learn about North Carolina's largest city and why it's great for young professionals.
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Learn about Charlotte, NC
The most populous city in North Carolina is the cultural, economic, and transportation center of the Charlotte metropolitan area.
It offers a wide range of entertainment, outdoor activities, and opportunity. Find rooms for rent in beautiful Charlotte homes with Alcove.
Uptown Charlotte
What's considered "Downtown" for most US cities is called Uptown by the locals here. Known for its expansive night life and entertainment scene with tons of clubs and restaurants to check out.
Take a stroll through the Epicentre or if sports are more your thing, enjoy watching the local NBA and NFL teams, the Charlotte Hornets and Carolina Panthers, in their respective stadiums just a short walk from Uptown.
Charlotte by the Numbers
The #5 fastest growing city in the US
2.1 M
Population of Charlotte Metro
3.80%
Population Growth Rate
34.2
Population Median Age
Food & Drink
The Queen City is home to great restaurants sure to keep you occupied for a while. Check out neighborhoods like Uptown, Plaza Midwood, NoDa, South End, and more for all your dining desires.
If getting drinks is more your thing, there's over 30 breweries in the Charlotte metro area to choose from like: NoDa Brewing, Wooden Robot, The Unknown, Legion, Sycamore, and a whole lot more!