The Charlotte Observer’s annual Living Here publication is your ultimate guide to Charlotte.
In the stories below, you’ll find everything from the best coffee shops in Charlotte to real estate trends, the city’s top festivals to family-friendly activities. Whether you’re new to town or a Charlotte native, you can use this guide to explore everything the Queen city has to offer.
Get to know CLT
Charlotte: A place you can belong
6 historical fun facts every Charlottean should know
17 numbers that will help you understand Charlotte
You’ll find these names all over town, but who are they? Get to know these Charlotte icons
How to get around Charlotte, no car needed
Food & drink
What is Charlotte’s cuisine? Well, it’s kinda complicated
Looking for a farmer’s market? Here are details on more than 30 Charlotte locations
7 Charlotte ice cream shops you need to try
Looking for a caffeine fix? Here are 8 Charlotte coffee shops you need to try
The 6 best breakfast places in Charlotte
The 10 best date night restaurants in Charlotte, from casual to classy
Want to understand Charlotte’s brewery scene? Start with these 6 beers
Slow down, sip and socialize at one of these must-visit local wineries
Cheap eats: 5 iconic dishes for $7 or less
Lunch your way around the world on Central Avenue
10 best cocktail bars in Charlotte
The 10 best sushi spots in Charlotte — and what you should order at each one
The 7 best dive bars in Charlotte
Lifestyle
Where to go and what to do at some of Charlotte’s best parks
Take the scenic route on one of Charlotte’s greenways
Best hikes within 3 hours of Charlotte
13 dog-friendly places you can bring your pup in Charlotte
Get fit: Your guide to working out in the Queen City
5 family-friendly places in Charlotte that parents will love, too
Charlotte is a boom town for retirement living
Things to do
New to town? Don’t be afraid to explore
Want to see a show? Here’s the ultimate guide to Charlotte’s live music venues
The 6 best places to do karaoke in Charlotte
10 things you need to know about the Charlotte sports scene
10 activities in Charlotte that cost $10 or less
Want to meet new people? Start here
From ballet to NASCAR: Charlotte’s arts and culture scene has it all
Mark your calendars: 16 Charlotte festivals you don’t want to miss
State of the city
Like Charlotte’s skyline, politics in North Carolina is ever-changing
Don’t know where to start with local schools? Here’s your primer
What you need to know about Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte area private schools
Charlotte area charter schools
4 Charlotte real estate trends to watch in 2018
5 developments that will reshape Charlotte
In Charlotte, it’s a tale of two hospitals
6 things to know about faith in Charlotte
Around the region
Explore eclectic Plaza Midwood
Shop — and sup — ‘til you drop in SouthPark
Get lost in majestic Myers Park
Head south to bustling Ballantyne
Meander through Matthews and Mint Hill
Don’t underestimate Union County
Gather with friends in Gaston County
This story was originally published September 17, 2017 11:04 PM.