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The Schiele Museum of Natural History
The Mint Museum
President James K. Polk Historic Site
McColl Center for Art and Innovation
Matthews Heritage Museum
The Billy Graham Library
The Greenways
Romare Bearden Park
McAlpine Creek Park
Bechtler By Night
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
McGill Rose Garden
ImaginOn: The Joe and Joan Martin Center
Charlotte's Historic Fourth Ward
- Question: What are some budget-friendly attractions in Charlotte?
- Answer: For visitors traveling to Charlotte on a budget, the largest city in North Carolina offers a wide variety of free cultural attractions, including contemporary art museums and public museum facilities on the University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus.
- Question: How can visitors get around Charlotte to explore these attractions?
- Answer: Many attractions are accessible via the city's CATS public transit system, including its LYNX Blue Line light rail system, Sprinter rapid bus transit system, and CityLYNX Gold Line streetcar system.
- Question: Are there any attractions in Charlotte that are free on certain days?
- Answer: Some attractions in Charlotte are free only on certain days – please check before you go.
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