Driving is the only realistic way to explore University City. The large spaces between attractions make walking prohibitive outside the very core of the district.
When coming from central Charlotte, the "gateway" to University City is the complicated intersection of N.C. highways 29 and 49; these roads create an unusual "weave" that can be troublesome for first-time visitors. Other major avenues include I-85, I-485, and large thoroughfares such as University City Blvd. and Mallard Creek Church Rd.
The Charlotte Area Transit System CATS (http://www.charmeck.org/D...) bus service also provides an option for those coming from central Charlotte, though their usefulness is limited. Routes #11 and #29 serve University City. They are most effective when used in conjunction with a car park-and-ride or taxi.
