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 entertainment choices 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 visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Explore the campus of University of North Carolina at Charlotte during your travels in Charlotte. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Charlotte
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Dead Funny Charlotte Ghost Tour | LaZoom Tours
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour
Top hotels in Optimist Park
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
My girlfriend and I have stayed here a couple of times and love this place! The thermostat seemed to have a mind of its own on our most recent stay. It would jump up 5 degrees without either of us touching it.
Reviewed on 6 Dec, 2025
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Clean room and easy access
Reviewed on 10 Dec, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Uptown
The room was very clean and comfortable, and the hotel is in walking distance to food!
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Hampton Inn Charlotte-Uptown
Everything was good
Reviewed on 4 Dec, 2025
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
Was in town for football. The EARLY check in was an absolute game changer. Staff and Location.. EXCEPTIONAL
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
315@Loso Hotel
This was a really nice hotel not too far from downtown Charlotte and a whole Lotta other cool things as well I would definitely recommend and stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Dec, 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.
