Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Lake Norman Area

"Centrally located in Uptown Charlotte, EPICENTRE is your one-stop shop for everything on your shopping list. Whether you're in need of a last minute gift, want a romantic night out on the town or are grabbing drinks with the girls on the rooftop terrace.[Learn more]"

"Whether it’s time with friends, co-workers or new clients, the Epicentre provides an experience that is memorable, fun and exciting. You’ll find outdoor pati..."

"Epicentre is an indoors-center complete with a plethora of dining & drinking options, a few shops, a movie theater and a bowling alley."

"At this sanctuary-like contemporary arts center and art residency program housed in one of uptown Charlotte's most iconic church buildings, the public is often invited to peek in on the action—the working studios are fascinating, revealing glimpses of modern pieces as they come to life. The collection is far from permanent; instead, there's a shifting display of current work by resident artists; you might see sculptures, mixed media, dance performances, musical compositions, and even paintings meant to be "consumed" with pastries. McColl is also much smaller than many of the other museums around town, so you can make the rounds in about an hour."

"McColl Center for Art + Innovation 721 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. McColl Center hasn’t announced their plans to reopen to the public yet, but they are hosting artists-in-residence this fall."

"For a shopping mall with a difference why not drop into the Sleep Poet Antiques Mall?. With more than 250 booths to explore selling everything from vintage clothing, jewelry, books, pictures, antique furniture as well as modern and classic home furnishings, this is 55,000 sq ft of fun shopping experience for everyone!. The aisles are wide so there’s no problem if you have a stroller."

"Sleepy Poet Antique Mall is a sprawling 60,000-square-foot space packed with treasures waiting to be unearthed. You could spend an entire day wandering the aisles, daydreaming about how the pieces you see would fit perfectly in your (dream) home. You’ll find unique home decor, furniture, and the vintage toys you loved as a kid."

"If you think of yourself as a serious shopper, then Concord Mills may pose a good challenge for you. Among this enormous mall's more popular tenants are the Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th Outlet, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Bed Bath & Beyond and Nine West. Concord Mills also features a 24-screen movie theater and more than a dozen places to eat."

"Since it opened in the mid-50s, Park Road Shopping Center has served as a community icon for folks who live in neighborhoods south of Uptown like Myers Park, South End and even Dilworth. This quaint, crescent-shaped center has only gained charm as it has aged, and it continues to offer today's shopper a terrific mix of shops, restaurants and services. From hardware to soda shop fare, few modern shopping centers have Park Road's sense of style."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Bz3rk used under CC BY-SA 3.0. A popular shopping destination since the 1950s when it opened, Park Road Shopping Center in south Charlotte has consistently offered an interesting shopping experience thanks to an eclectic collection of stores. The first open-air shopping complex of the city, the mall has changed over the decades but has retained its unique character."

"Park Road Shopping Center was the first outdoor shopping center in Charlotte. The 425,408-square-foot Charlotte institution is fastened by Harris Teeter, Blackhawk Hardware & Gardens, and Michael’s, but also features a diverse mix of quality local, regional, and national retailers and restaurants. Park Road features a various mix of retail, dining, and services."

"Belk, Dick's Sporting Goods, Dillard's and Macy's anchor this modern, bi-level shopping complex, located north of Charlotte and just off I-77. Northlake's variety of specialty shops (from Ann Taylor Loft to Borders, the choices are legion), attractive design, and easy access make it a popular year round destination, and the developed areas surrounding the mall give shoppers further options. A 14-screen AMC theater features a variety of current releases."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Mike Kalasnik used under CC BY-SA 2.0. One of the largest malls in the region, Northlake Mall features outlets of some of the biggest brands such as Coach, Apple, and Macy’s. Indeed, spread over two levels you will find the full range of options across fashion including clothing brands, speciality stores, salons, and jewellery shops."

"After splitting from Central Coffee, Lindsey Pitman (the artist behind Central’s stunning hand-drawn menu) opened the Daily Press pop-up in The Evening Muse in late 2014. Pitman’s shop focuses on brewing Counter Culture coffees with optimal precision, and uses V60, Kalita, and Bon Mac pour-overs; a Victoria Arduino Athena espresso machine; and a Mahlkönig K30 Twin espresso grinder. But that's just gear; education, says Pitman, is another key instrument in her tool box."

"Fonta Flora has three locations – the flagship brewery in Morganton, its production facility/taproom in Nebo, a small town about 18 miles west of Morganton, and the taproom in Optimist Hall. In addition to the 50 to 70 varieties of craft beer brewed each year, the Optimist Hall taproom has spiked seltzer, wine, hard cider and a few sodas for non-beer drinkers. Location: Optimist Park, 1115 North Brevard St., Ste."

"This restaurant inside Le Meridien has a modern interior, and its menu is modern steak house. It’s hard to hide your mistakes when you’re cooking something as simple as steaks, and Evoke’s kitchen is nearly always on point. The tray of salts served with each steak lets you garnish the meat, giving you a new flavor each visit."

"The overlook at Charlotte’s international airport is an underrated yet interesting place to check out. It’s the sixth-busiest airport in the world – great if you like to watch the non-stop takeoffs and landings – and plane spotters will delight in being able to see all the latest airplane models and features."

"Watch planes taking off and landing at this casual outdoor space, which offers benches and open space for visitors. Bring a picnic, and enjoy the show!. 7300 Airport Overlook Dr, Charlotte | Distance from Hotel: 9.3 miles"

"After splitting from Central Coffee, Lindsey Pitman (the artist behind Central’s stunning hand-drawn menu) opened the Daily Press pop-up in The Evening Muse in late 2014. Pitman’s shop focuses on brewing Counter Culture coffees with optimal precision, and uses V60, Kalita, and Bon Mac pour-overs; a Victoria Arduino Athena espresso machine; and a Mahlkönig K30 Twin espresso grinder. But that's just gear; education, says Pitman, is another key instrument in her tool box."