BALLANTYNE ITINERARIES Discover all The Ballantyne has to offer. Our Concierge would be delighted to curate an itinerary to make the most of your stay.
DAY ONE Arrive at The Ballantyne and refresh with flavor-infused water. Relax with classic cocktails at The Veranda. View the hotel’s private art collection by Vermont artist Thomas Vieth, commissioned by the hotel’s original owner to paint a variety of Charlotte’s landmarks. Dine on regionally-sourced, contemporary Southern fare at Gallery Restaurant. Opt for a casual vibe in the bar, al fresco or sophisticated restaurant setting.
DAY TWO Enjoy a leisurely breakfast in bed. Pick your recreational pleasure – whether it’s yoga, swimming, tennis, a round of golf or biking on the greenway. Relax at The Spa at Ballantyne, where you can indulge in a massage, facial, body treatment or salon service. Catch up over Afternoon Tea, The Ballantyne’s traditional tea experience presented with a Southern flair. Take a culinary journey by trying the daily feature at Gallery Restaurant. Delight in the unexpected and open up your taste buds to a whole new world of regional flavor profiles.
DAY THREE Sample a selection of delicious breakfast pastries made by our talented pastry chef. Take a leisurely stroll or jog around the beautiful Ballantyne community. Elevate your golf game with a lesson at Ballantyne Golf Academy, North Carolina’s only Golf Channel Academy. Relax by the pool and grab a light lunch. Sample Liquid Arts, a creative beverage program at Gallery Bar featuring handcrafted cocktails using house-made syrups and sodas infused with fresh ingredients. EXPLORATION RECOMMENDATIONS While there is plenty to do on-property, The Ballantyne is conveniently located 30 minutes or less from Charlotte’s most popular attractions. Our Concierge team provides their top picks:
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Visit the U.S. National Whitewater Center for its signature whitewater river for rafting and kayaking and more. Experience the world’s tallest and fastest giga coaster, Fury 325, the Carolina Harbor waterpark and new attractions for everyone at Carowinds.
LOCAL LIBATIONS Experience Charlotte’s rising brewery scene at popular spots like The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, Sycamore Brewing and NoDa Brewing Company.
SHOPPER’S DELIGHT Nearby Ballantyne Village, Blakeney and Promenade on Providence feature plentiful dining options and popular stores. Find some of the most exclusive retailers at SouthPark Mall or discover great deals on name brands at Charlotte Premium Outlets.
NEIGHBORHOOD EXCURSIONS Explore small-town life in Waxhaw and ice cream at Waxhaw Creamery or experience the palpable charm of Belmont with lunch at Nellie’s Southern Kitchen owned by the Jonas Brothers’ family. Take in the quintessential Uptown experience with a walking tour in historic Fourth Ward.
CULTURE IMMERSION Charlotte’s impressive museum scene boasts the Mint Museum Uptown, which houses the internationally renowned Craft + Design collection, as well as outstanding collections of American, contemporary and European art. Additionally, Levine Museum of the New South explores the diverse history of the South.
SPORT FAN’S PARADISE Host to more than 200 sporting events per year, Charlotte welcomes fans to cheer on teams such as the NFL Carolina Panthers, NBA Charlotte Hornets, AHL Charlotte Checkers and AAA Charlotte Knights. Tour the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Uptown or venture out to a racing team’s shop located near Concord.
NIGHTLIFE NIRVANA Spend the evening at EpiCentre, Uptown’s nightlife hotspot featuring dueling pianos, line dancing at Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Whisky River, swanky clubs and more. Explore AvidXchange Music Factory, a sprawling entertainment complex that is a live music lover’s dream.
CULINARY SCENE Quickly becoming one of the culinary capitals of the Southeast, Charlotte features popular spots such as the seasonally-driven, tapas-style Good Food on Montford and contemporary New South cuisine at Kindred. For indigenous fare, The King’s Kitchen and Mac’s Speed Shop will not disappoint. Satisfy a sweet tooth at Amelie’s French Bakery.
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