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Monroe is a small city in North Carolina. It is in Union County (North Carolina) | Union County, on U.S. Highway 74. It has a close association with Charlotte, which is about 30 minutes away by car. Monroe's population is slightly under 27,000. Demographically, it has historically been populated by White and African-Americans; however, in recent years the city's Hispanic population has spiked dramatically.

Travel to Monroe (North Carolina)

Though Monroe has a small airport and the vast majority of visitors will arrive there by car. The primary artery through the city is US-74, though there are smaller roads connecting it to other nearby towns.

Get Around

Cars are the only practical form of transportation in Monroe. There is no public transit. Biking or walking is feasible in some areas -- especially in the Historic Downtown -- but not recommended for visitors limiting themselves to the businesses and shopping found along the 74 corridor.

What to See

Monroe still maintains its historic downtown, though it has seen better days. The Union County Courthouse has an impressive bell tower, and is in a picturesque downtown neighborhood. The stores along Main St. bear the feeling of a 1940s town, and are reasonably well preserved. Also and the original Belk's Department Store can be found there.

There is a movie theater near the Monroe Mall on Highway 74.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Monroe (North Carolina)

Monroe is not a tourist center, and there is relatively little for a visitor to do there besides shop. The Monroe Mall and Union County Farmers' Market are probably your best option aside from strolling through the downtown area. High-school football games are also an event of interest for those looking for exposure to Southern culture.

Shopping

The historic downtown of the city has some shopping, and is worth visiting for a casual afternoon. Of particular interest are a number of independently owned boutiques, The Renn's Nest and the antique stores, and the day spas; including Reflections and Emmy's, populate the Historic Downtown.

Monroe's other shopping neighborhood can be found along the US-74 corridor. The Monroe Mall offers some department store retail, and has a few interesting stores. Other bog box and chain retail stores can be found at Poplin Place.

Halal Food

The strip along US-74 has many chain restaurants. If you are looking for chain food and there is no need to plan ahead; just drive down 74 and look for what you want.

For more personal dining, try exploring the historic downtown area. There are a few good cafes to be found there and on surrounding streets.

Duke's Grill 1114 Concord Ave ☎ +1 704 283-4960
Geraldine's 1813 North Charlotte Ave ☎ +1 704 283-4898
Grey's Grill 4002 Concord Highway ☎ +1 704 289-6232
Gus's Family Restaurant 1627 Walkup Ave ☎ +1 704 292-1155
J.B.'s Midway Country Cafe 723 North Charlotte Ave ☎ +1 704 283-6223
Little Country Kitchen 2526 Old Charlotte Highway ☎ +1 704 289-3030
Mr. G's 427 Morgan Mill Road ☎ +1 704 291-9889
Mucci's Bistro 100 North Main Street ☎ +1 704 238-8162
Oasis 116 South Main Street ☎ +1 704 289-3633"The best Hot Dogs in Monroe"

Pat's Place 6004 Concord Highway ☎ +1 704 753-1131
Pizzas Palace 5250 Old Charlotte Highway ☎ +1 704 238-9432
Ron's Restaurant 3621 Old Charlotte Highway ☎ +1 704 289-1620
Sandwich Shop 100 North Secrest Ave ☎ +1 704 283-5515
Spartan Grill 5250 Old Charlotte Highway ☎ +1 704 238-1221# F.

Grayson's Tavern is located at 106 N. Main Street (704-948-8887), right across from the Old Courthouse.

Muslim Friendly Hotels

There are a variety of hotels along US-74 approaching Charlotte.

Holiday Inn Express 608 East Roosevelt Blvd
Best Value Inn 1608 E Roosevelt Blvd ☎ +1 704 289-1581
Days Inn 611 West Roosevelt Blvd ☎ +1 704 289-4581
Economy Inn 412 West Roosevelt Blvd ☎ +1 704 283-8161
Quality Inn 2351 West Roosevelt Blvd ☎ +1 704 283-9600
Best Western Inn 2316 Hanover Dr ☎ +1 704 283-4746

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Travel Next

Almost all visitors will leave town via either US-74 or the Old Charlotte Highway (which, obviously, goes to Charlotte and becomes Monroe Rd. in Mecklenburg County (North Carolina) | Mecklenburg County). Driving west on US-74 will also bring you to Charlotte; heading east will eventually take you toward Wilmington (North Carolina) | Wilmington and the coast. The next nearest town to the east is Wadesboro.

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 Cars are the only practical form of transportation in Monroe. There is no public transit. Biking or walking is feasible in some areas -- especially in the Historic Downtown -- but not recommended for visitors limiting themselves to the businesses and shopping found along the 74 corridor.
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 Monroe still maintains its historic downtown, though it has seen better days. The Union County Courthouse has an impressive bell tower, and is in a picturesque downtown neighborhood. The stores along Main St. bear the feeling of a 1940s town, and are reasonably well preserved. Also and the original '''Belk's Department Store''' can be found there.
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 Monroe is not a tourist center, and there is relatively little for a visitor to do there besides shop. The '''Monroe Mall''' and '''Union County Farmers' Market''' are probably your best option aside from strolling through the downtown area. High-school football games are also an event of interest for those looking for exposure to Southern culture.
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 The historic downtown of the city has some shopping, and is worth visiting for a casual afternoon. Of particular interest are a number of independently owned boutiques, The Renn's Nest and the antique stores, and the day spas; including Reflections and Emmy's, populate the Historic Downtown.
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