Spectrum Center is Charlotte's big indoor arena in the middle of Uptown, used for major concerts, touring shows, and Charlotte Hornets basketball. Its central location makes it one of the easiest large venues in the city to build an evening around.
For travellers, the appeal depends entirely on what is on. When a good concert or game is scheduled, the arena puts you within an easy walk of restaurants, bars, hotels, and light rail stops. It is not a sight to visit empty, but it is a useful anchor for a night out in Uptown.