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.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene 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
Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket
Curses & Corsets: Charlotte's Candlelight Ghost Tours
Charlotte Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour
Skyline and Streets: A Whimsical Rydables Ride Through Charlotte
UPTOWN FUNK: 1 Hour Guided City Walking Tour in Charlotte
Top hotels in Optimist Park
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Very nice, clean and cozy. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Quality Inn Charlotte Airport
Clean room, nice late night staff. Breakfast was out earlier than 6, which was great since I had to leave by 6 for airport.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Moxy Charlotte Downtown
Great stay
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
Hotel is great and staff and host was very friendly and very professional
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Tru By Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77
Room was very nice, clean and modern. Staff was great.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Great as always
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Optimist Park
Belmont
While there might not be top attractions in Belmont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spectrum Center and McGill Rose Garden.
First Ward
Theaters, 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 the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Fourth Ward
Travelers choose Fourth Ward for its ample 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
Plaza Midwood might not have many top sights, but Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Uptown Charlotte
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Spectrum Center 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.
