Explore the Heart of Charlotte: Independence Square

Getting There

• Light Rail

  If you're starting from the South End area, take the Charlotte Light Rail (CATS) Blue Line toward I-485/South Blvd. Ride for about 5 stops until you reach the 'Trade Street' station. Once you exit the train, head north on Trade Street for about 3 blocks until you reach Independence Square, which will be on your left.

• Walking

  If you're near the Charlotte Convention Center, start by heading north on S. College Street. Continue for about 0.3 miles, then turn left onto E. Trade Street. Walk for another 0.2 miles, and you will arrive at Independence Square, located at the intersection of E. Trade Street and S. Tryon Street.

• Bus

  To reach Independence Square via public bus, look for a CATS bus route that stops at the 'Trade & Tryon' bus stop. You can board any bus heading towards the central business district. After disembarking at 'Trade & Tryon', walk southwest for about 2 minutes to reach Independence Square.

• Bicycle

  If you have access to a bicycle, you can ride along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, which connects to the city. Follow the greenway north until you reach the intersection with E. Trade Street. Turn left onto E. Trade Street and continue for about 0.5 miles, where you will find Independence Square on your right.