15 days in Charlotte Itinerary

Attractions like Carowinds and Room Escape Games make great kid-friendly stops. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Charlotte: North Carolina Zoo (in Asheboro), Columbia (Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park & Riverbanks Zoo and Garden) and Greenville (Artisphere & Falls Park on the Reedy). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at NASCAR Hall of Fame, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, have fun and explore at Discovery Place Science, and explore and take pictures at Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park.

For maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Charlotte route site.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Piedmont Triad International Airport and Greenville Spartanburg International Airport. In May, daily temperatures in Charlotte can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 17°C.