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Top Places to go in Charlotte, NC

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A list that local's know and love about things to do and places to eat in Charlotte, NC

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1. US National Whitewater Center

he U.S. National Whitewater Center is an outdoor recreation facility set on the banks of the Catawba River. Our 307 acres of woodlands is home to the world's largest recirculating river, 14 miles of biking, hiking and running trails.

2. Carowinds

A fun amusement park just south of Charlotte. Roller Coasters and rides for all ages.

3. NASCAR Hall of Fame

(Coming Soon) With the Grand Opening scheduled for May 11, 2010, this state-of-the-art facility will honor NASCAR icons and create an enduring tribute to the drivers, crew members, team owners and others that have impacted the sport in the past, present and future.

4. Concord Mills Mall

The #1 shopping entertainment destination of the Carolinas and North Carolina's #1 visitor attraction, Concord Mills features over 200 stores including manufacturer and retail outlets, off-price retailers, and unique specialty stores.

5. Lowe's Motor Speedway

The Feel The Thrill Tour includes a close-up look at areas that are off-limits on race days. Visit the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series garage, travel down pit road and take a picture in Victory Circle.

6. Discovery Place

As one of the leading hands-on science centers in the country, Discovery Place offers visitors the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the basics of science, technology, engineering and mathematics in a fun, interactive and informal setting.

7. Mint Museum

The Mint Museum of Art initially served the region as the first branch of the United States.

8. Price's Chicken Coop

Widely considered some of the best fried chicken around. This is a city landmark.

9. Ray's Splash Planet

The indoor waterpark at Ray's Splash Planet is out-of-this-world and likely to leave a permanent smile on the faces of your family.

10. Hendrick Motorsports

Take a tour of one of the most successful NASCAR teams.

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11. Latta Plantation

Historic farm museum that demonstrates the lifestyles of planters, slaves, and settlers of back country North Carolina located at Huntersville.

12. ImaginOn

A new landmark that is part library and part children's theater. A fun time for the family.

13. Lazy 5 Ranch

The Lazy 5 Ranch is a privately owned exotic animal drive thru park that offers a 3.5 mile safari through the gently sloping pasturelands of Piedmont, North Carolina. While visiting the Lazy 5 Ranch you will have the opportunity to view over 750 animals from six different continents.

14. Great Wolf Lodge

An indoor waterpark and lodge that is fun for all families.

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