Independence Park is a peaceful place to take a breather. Have a picnic, toss a ball around or just lie on the soft grass and close your eyes for a while.

A visit to this recreation and green space won't cost a penny, which is just what you want if you're after free things to do. You'll find Independence Park in Charlotte. There are plenty more places to explore not far away, including Spectrum Center, Bank of America Stadium and EpiCentre.

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Hampton Inn Charlotte-Uptown

Uptown Charlotte

$496

per person

Dec 26 - Dec 30

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Charlotte (CLT)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,448 reviews)

The staff was WONDERFUL

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Charlotte Marriott City Center

Uptown Charlotte

$596

per person

Dec 26 - Dec 30

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Charlotte (CLT)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)

Wonderful but quick stay. Loved that is was walking distance to the Spectrum Center. Staff was kind, professional, and polite. Michelle front desk and Bell I think his name was Jessie wonderful to chat with. I definitely will be back great stay.

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

The Westin Charlotte

Uptown Charlotte

$585

per person

Dec 26 - Dec 30

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Charlotte (CLT)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)

The only complaint I have is that the room (bathroom) reeked of a foul smell upon our arrival. We cleansed, wiped, sprayed, and sanitized as we do at every hotel. The smell went away, but did return later.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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