Things to do in Concord
What should a visitor do in Concord? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are April to May and September to October. In July, heat makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Concord
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Central Piedmont Community College 19 miles
- Davidson College 19 miles
- Wingate University 27 miles
- Johnson C Smith University 20 miles
- Queens University of Charlotte 21 miles
- Catawba College 22 miles
- Belmont Abbey College 29 miles
- Livingstone College 21 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Concord actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Concord?
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (place, 12 miles), Central Piedmont Community College (place, 19 miles), Davidson College (place, 19 miles), Wingate University (place, 27 miles) and Carowinds (theme park, 29 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Concord?
For comfortable weather, go in April to May and September to October, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Concord: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
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