Optimist Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Birdsong Brewing Co.
A trendy terrace and patio beside redbrick walls provide an ideal setting to try the various beers of this family-run brewery.
Lake Norman
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman, a popular spot to commune with nature in Charlotte. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of North Carolina at Charlotte, a top university in Charlotte. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
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Our pick of the best Optimist Park Hotel Deals
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Staff, but the bartender is what made our trip. She was fantastic.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
very nice and the staff are very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Good location, easy check in process. I like that after hours you need a key to enter the lobby. Safety is something we value as a family.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
315@Loso Hotel
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great Stay Near Charlotte Airport! I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel in Charlotte. It’s in a convenient location — very close to the airport and surrounded by everything you might need, including a supermarket, Walgreens, TJ Maxx, Home Depot, and several restaurants. All the staff ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
The online pre check in made check in at the property a 2 minute process. Love that!
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
All is good
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Optimist Park
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
First Ward
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like Highland Park or NoDa Brewing Company, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Fourth Ward
Travellers choose Fourth Ward for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mint Street Tram Stop or Gateway Station Tram Stop and check out top sights like Discovery Place.
Plaza Midwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre.
North Charlotte
While you're in North Charlotte, take in top sights like Highland Park and jump on the metro at 36th Street Station to see more of the city.
