Optimist Park Travel Guide
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.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
SouthPark Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to SouthPark Mall, a popular shopping spot in Charlotte. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Things to do
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Bus Tour
Charlotte's Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour
Curses & Corsets: Charlotte's Candlelight Ghost Tours
Charlotte: Historical City Tour by Shuttle Bus
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte
Top hotels in Optimist Park
Omni Charlotte Hotel
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
"Overall stay was great! Staff and was kind and breakfast was quaint and tasty. Only cons was the bathroom which could have been cleaner but due to the age of the hotel it was older and a bit moldy."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown, NC
"The room was awesome. The place was really clean. I will definitely book again."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
"Basic nice hotel downtown. For price expected more then Best Western breakfast and room attire. And who decided sofas and sofa seats was suitable dining area seating? Seriously? Come on. You can do better. Whole families standing and eating. Not a good look."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Aloft by Marriott Charlotte City Center
"Everything was fine"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hilton Charlotte University Place
"Could not buy sparkling water. Could not make tea in my room because the water tasted like coffee because it was the same machine for both. So is annoying when you can’t get the water you want. Something so simple"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Optimist Park
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 Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium 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.
Ballantyne
Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.
SouthPark
SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like SouthPark Mall and Phillips Place.
South End
When in South End and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Bank of America Stadium or Spectrum Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.
University City
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens and Shoppes at University Place are major draws, and you can catch the metro at McCullough Station or JW Clay Boulevard /UNC Charlotte Station to see more of the city.
