Optimist Park
Charlotte





Visit Optimist Park
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.

Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

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.

Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the lively festivals and great live music 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.
Things to do

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Charlotte FUNNY Historical Comedy City BUS Tour

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Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket

Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour

Wild Things Rydables Tour of Charlotte
Top hotels in Optimist Park

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Great Hotel Room and Amenties
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel
Staff were friendly and polite
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Concord
We paid £500 for two days of waterpark and a room for a night, fo myself and my son. We got there no room availible to check in, so had to leave all oir belongings in the open. We stayed for 4 hrs as my son could see past the cleanliness, then left. I mentioned it to staff, but they just appeared ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
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Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Omni Charlotte Hotel
Room was not very clean. Bathroom floor and shower was gross. The fabric at end of bed had red sticky stuff all over it. Staff was responsive to neighbors fighting though so that was appreciated.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Moxy Charlotte Downtown
The rooftop bar was awesome great atmosphere with delicious food and drinks. The hotel is amazing with great views and walking distance to so many different restaurants.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Optimist Park

Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Bank of America Stadium and American Legion Memorial 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 NoDa Brewing Company or Highland Park, 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 Visulite Theatre and American Legion Memorial Stadium.

Uptown Charlotte
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Bank of America Stadium or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.
