About the area:
The Coliseum area is located southwest of downtown Charlotte. The area features the Charlotte Coliseum, home to the NBA Hornets and offering a host of other events. Nearby attractions include Paramount's Carowinds, a 105-acre water and theme park that straddles the North Carolina/South Carolina state line.
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy nearby Renaissance Park, which is comprised of 140 acres containing softball and soccer fields, tennis and volleyball courts, a Championship Level Disc Golf Course, 2 concession stands, 6.5 miles of bike trails, a picnic shelter and a playground.