Looking for a seasonal escape? Enter: Charlotte, a city filled with can’t-miss autumnal sips + bites, outdoor outings + shopping experiences. Here’s our round-up of Charlotte’s best things to see, do, and eat:
Indulge in fall flavors:
- Choose from a selection of seasonal shareables like Camarones al Curry and Duck and Butternut Meloso at Bulla Gastrobar , a Southpark neighborhood restaurant known for Spanish tapas and cuisine.
- Located in the Mint Museum in Uptown Charlotte, Mariposa is a multicultural restaurant featuring dishes from around the world that pairs culinary indulgence with culture on the outdoor balcony.
- Enjoy the flavors of fall when you sip on HEX Coffee ’s unique Kabocha Squash Latte (think: sweet potato mixed with pumpkin, with hints of star anise and cardamom).
- Prefer a pint? Try the award-winning NoDa Brewing Company ’s pumpkin flavored Gordegous or try The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s Mecktoberfest for malty notes of roasted caramel.
- End the night at Dot Dot Dot , a speakeasy hidden in the backlot of Park Road Shopping Center, for a glass of NC Apple Cider (a mix of Four Roses Bourbon, Laird’s Applejack, fresh apple cider and lemon).
Charlotte is ripe with scenic views and sprawling vineyards.
Photo provided by Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
Plan a perfect autumn outing:
- Get cozy at Treehouse Vineyards and enjoy locally-produced vintages by the firepit.
- Take in the scenery at Veronét Vineyards & Winery and admire the sweeping views of the vineyard and Crowders Mountain — the perfect backdrop to enjoy a tasting flight paired with charcuterie.
- For city scenery, grab a seat at Merchant and Trade’s rooftop bar overlooking the Queen City skyline.
- Afterward, head over to Spectrum Center , home to the Charlotte Hornets and host to a variety of events year-round (think: concerts, conferences, and more).
Get a seasonal wardrobe refresh:
- For high end shops, head to SouthPark for your favorites from Gucci to Tory Burch.
- Visit Concord Mills for big name brands like Coach and Brooks Brothers. Bonus: Check out family-friendly entertainment like SEA LIFE Aquarium and The Speedpark at Concord Mills.
- Looking for something more local? Spend a day in South End at boutiques like Bonobos, Uniquities + more.*