NASCAR Hall of Fame, Charlotte (must see)

The NASCAR Hall of Fame is a must-see for all visitors to Charlotte, but especially lovers of the world of motor sports. Construction began on the Hall of Fame in 2007, with the building opening to the general public in 2010.

Charlotte was chosen as the location for the NASCAR Hall of Fame due to the popularity of the sport in the region. There are a number of Charlotte-based teams that compete in three major annual NASCAR events: the NASCAR Cup Series, the NASCAR Xfinity Series and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. There were also already a large number of NASCAR offices already in the Charlotte area.

The Hall of Fame building consists of four floors. The first floor is the High Octane Theatre. This is the spot where visitors can watch videos detailing NASCAR events as well as a primer video about the Hall of Fame itself.

The second floor includes the Great Hall, which includes large video screens and rotating exhibits. Also located on the second floor is the television production studio, Studio 43.

The third floor is the focus of the NASCAR Hall of Fame. It includes the Hall of Honor, which has space devoted to each honoree. Visitors can also partake in Inside NASCAR, which is a simulation of a week with a NASCAR team. There are also transporter and race car simulators.

The fourth floor consists entirely of Heritage Speedway. This is where visitors can learn about the history of NASCAR. There is also a gift shop and diner.

The NASCAR Hall of Fame is in Charlotte's Second Ward at the intersection of Stonewell and Caldwell Streets.

Why You Should Visit:
- To see the only NASCAR Hall of Fame
- To view historic items from NASCAR history
- For hands-on fun for the whole family

Tips:
Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance on the venue's website. Guided tours are available on Mondays and Fridays beginning at 1 PM. Each guided tour lasts approximately two hours.