Discover a variety of things to do near the Charlotte airport

During your stay at the Country Inn & Suites, Charlotte I-85 Airport, be sure to explore all that the Queen City has to offer. If you’re traveling with your kids, head to Discovery Place to check out the interactive museum or catch a show in the IMAX Dome theater. The area features plenty of things to do for thrill seekers too, with Carowinds theme park and the U.S. National Whitewater Center located within 10 miles of the hotel. Ready for some outlet shopping? Head to Concord Mills or Charlotte Premium Outlets to hunt for bargains from your favorite brands.

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Carowinds

10.05 mi / 16.17 km from the hotel
Climb aboard the thrill rides at this theme park, or spend the day cooling off in the water park or watching live shows. If you're traveling with family, stop by Camp Snoopy for plenty of PEANUTS™-themed attractions.

Charlotte Motor Speedway

16.3 mi / 26.24 km from the hotel
Located 13 miles from downtown Charlotte, the speedway hosts NASCAR racing, including the Coca-Cola 600, the Monster Energy All-Star Race, and the Bank of America 500. The complex is also home to the only concrete, four-lane drag strip in the US.

Charlotte Premium Outlets

5.45 mi / 8.77 km from the hotel
Find all your favorite upscale fashion designs at this expansive shopping complex that features 100 outlet stores, including Ann Taylor, Kate Spade New York, and Michael Kors.

Concord Mills

14.84 mi / 23.88 km from the hotel
North Carolina's largest shopping center, Concord Mills is home to more than 200 stores, including favorites like H&M, Nike, Best Buy, and Michael Kors. Take a break from shopping at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord, the mall's own aquarium.

Discovery Place Science

5.46 mi / 8.79 km from the hotel
Both children and adults love this interactive museum, where they can design and conduct their own experiments, journey through the human body using virtual reality, and create art on a giant LED board.

PNC Music Pavilion

13.96 mi / 22.47 km from the hotel
This outdoor performance venue, formerly the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, is the perfect choice for a summer concert. Get your tickets to see stars like Luke Bryan, Chris Brown, and Dave Matthews Band.