Centered at the intersection of Fairview Road and Sharon Road in south central Charlotte, Southpark is about six miles south of Uptown Charlotte. In addition to being home to the mall, SouthPark is also a residential area and one of the largest business districts in Charlotte and the state of North Carolina, with an estimated 40,000 employees.

Southpark was once a 3,000 acre farm owned by North Carolina Governor Cameron Morrison. Today it is home to many high-end homes, as well as Southpark Mall, which is home to many luxurious stores including Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Company, Louis Vuitton, and many more. At nearly 1.8 million square feet, Southpark Mall is the largest shopping center in North Carolina.