Discover Charlotte

Explore Queen City!

Experience the blend of southern hospitality and modern vibrancy in Charlotte.

Getting here is easy, with direct flights and short drives leading you straight to Uptown, just 7 miles from the airport.

With excellent public transportation and a lively after-hours scene, Charlotte is the perfect place for both business and leisure. Welcome to the Queen City, where every visit is an opportunity to discover something new.

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GETTING TO CHARLOTTE

Charlotte Douglas International Airport sees more than 700 flights take off daily and offers more than 170 nonstop flights to international and domestic destinations.

Seventh busiest airport in the world
Only 7 miles to Center City (Uptown)
More than 30 nonstop international flights

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Tipping Guidelines
Accessibility Services
Visa Waiver Program
Customs & more

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GETTING AROUND

Once you’re in town, navigating the city is a breeze. With a speedy light rail system, multiple bike-sharing and ride-sharing services, and bus routes that traverse the region, you’ll have plenty of ways to get you from point A to point B, C and D.

By Light Rail

The LYNX Blue Line light rail has been a game-changer for Charlotteans since its operations began in 2007 with 15 stations linking the south side of Intersate 485 to Uptown. In 2018, the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) added an extension, connecting Uptown to UNC Charlotte and bringing the total south-north route to 18.9 miles with 26 stations, including 11 park-and-ride locations

By Bus

CATS is a public transportation provider in Charlotte which operates Bus routes. The CATS has 65 Bus routes in Charlotte with 2,957 Bus stops. Here’s where to find the latest schedules and maps.