Matthews, North Carolina travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Matthews is a small town in North Carolina. It is considered a suburb of Charlotte, and is located at the southeastern border of Mecklenburg County.

3 sights · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 6 places to stay

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Best things about Matthews

Matthews Heritage Museum

Train Depot and Visitor Center

Learn about the history of the town and check out the souvenirs for sale.

Center of the Earth Gallery

Probably Charlotte's best-known gallery, and one of the cornerstones of the arts district. Provides corporate art to numerous major corporations, and represents several dozen artists of significance. Worth a look, though…

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 32°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Aug and Mar. (climate data from nearby Charlotte)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
CLT Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte — 14 mi away (major hub). Directions
USA Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, Concord — 19 mi away. Directions

CATS offers bus service from Charlotte seven days a week.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Center of the Earth Gallery, Matthews Heritage Museum
Lunch Domino's Pizza
Afternoon Train Depot and Visitor Center
Dinner Cici's Pizza
Evening Breakman's Coffee and Supply

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder