Charlotte keeps surprising me, and Romare Bearden Park is another reason why…read more This park feels like a little oasis tucked among Uptown's skyscrapers. Beautiful waterfalls, striking public art, lush gardens, plenty of seating, and wide walkable paths make it a wonderful place to slow down and enjoy the city. The hydrangeas were putting on quite a show during my visit, and I loved discovering the sculptures and learning about the stories behind them. There's something special about hearing water flowing while surrounded by the Charlotte skyline. Whether you're grabbing lunch nearby, taking a morning walk, or simply looking for a peaceful place to sit and reflect, this park delivers. Clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed. A gem in the middle of Uptown.

We enjoyed walking around this small park in uptown Charlotte. There is parking available on the…read morestreet. Yes, you do have to pay for it. The art in the park is lovely. I loved the sculpture. The water feature was such a wonderful surprise! It is gorgeous. I am sure in warmer weather it is even more splendid. This park had stairs and ramps making it easily accessible for all. It was nestled in the middle of a neighborhood. And it was quick to walk through.

When we were walking around downtown Charlotte, we came upon an area that was noticeably.....green!…read more Imagine my surprise when I did a yelp search to see if I could check in in this area, and sure enough there were several reviews for this nice little downtown park called "The Green". Kinda finding itself sandwiched between office buildings, I can see this place being a great "get away from work" lunch escape. One of the cooler features about the green, at least to me was their many mile markers that show arrows pointing to (insert city), with the approximate number of miles to get there and in what direction you can go. These little posts are littered all over the park and are impossible to ignore. There are several statues like the three large fish that kids seemed to love and the book statues as well. It's just a really nice place to find yourself on a warm and dry day. Natural shade from all of the trees, there's a large amount of landscaping around for sitting, or you can just have a seat on the well manicured grass. Not the largest park, but it is a little squirt of outdoor happiness between business as usual. There are no restrooms here, but there are trash cans about for that time when you'd like to have a snack in the shade and need to toss your food wrappers. I had no expectations for this park, and truly didn't know it existed, but because it hit the spot AND was such a nice break from all of the downtown-ness, it's easily 5 stars for me. Would I plan an entire trip to charlotte around it? Nah...it's not that kind of park. But while you're there, you will enjoy it no doubt!

Nice parks with seating space. Books and reading is the theme of this park. Great for pictures or…read morequiet time.

What a gem of a park, located right in the heart of Uptown Charlotte across from the 7th St…read more Market. Friends and I were in the area for brunch and decided to walk off a few calories before we headed out. We stumbled upon this park and figured it was a sign. Time to explore! The first thing I noticed was how clean the park was. I didn't see a single piece of trash while I was walking around. Next, it was pretty cool to see gym equipment on turf located along the side of the park. I've only seen this in towns along the coast. Very cool! I also enjoyed the fountain and my friends and I used it as a fun photo op. If your back is facing the fountain you can get a really good view of the city. Lastly, the place was landscaped really well and had tons of beautiful flowers. If you have time to talk a stroll and you're nearby, give it a gander.

Its a nice park bit there are a lot of unhoused neighbors around. Kids were able to play for a…read morewhile but the bathrooms were locked in the middle of the day.

We were in Charlotte for a concert on a Saturday night and looking for something to do on a Sunday…read moremorning (when lots of places are closed). We thought this park looked pretty cool, so we drove over, parked on the road and walked around. It was a nice day and lots of other people were out. We walked around the lake and checked out some of the features like bridges, streams, bridges and an amphitheatre. There was also a playground nearby. All in all, a lovely outdoor space in Charlotte.

(From November 2025)…read more I can't remember how I found this but as I'm driving in Charlotte, my dad and I stopped here to check it out. This is one of the most beautiful parks I've had the pleasure of visiting. There are beautiful views, playgrounds and lawn space for children's play, plenty of parking, trails for walking/bike riding, several bridges, and large trees to compliment the fields. The park is well-kept as everyone here ensures cleanliness and top maintenance. As my dad and I sat down on the bench and soaked in our surroundings, we observed a plethora of activity which included some people flying drones, kids competing in the playground's obstacle course, elderly folks walking, dogs running amok, people racing toy cars, and a few people cycling. The positive energy and vibes were radiant. I'm glad we stopped by here. Definitely worth a visit in Charlotte!

Tiny little garden in the city for a peaceful walk and coffee. Would be a great spot to read.read more

Love love love. My three favorite things - coffee, wine, and gardens. And they did it well! It's…read moresuch a unique quaint space in the middle of a city. Honestly, I didn't want to leave. It's like a personal garden with scattered benches and paths and tables. There's a ton of shade and a variety of plants to admire. Besides the pesky mosquitoes, I ADORE this place. Great service, a good selection of drinks, and an ambiance for a solo or group traveler to unwind. I definitely recommend this place.

(From June 2023)…read more Another downtown park in Charlotte that gives those exquisite views and feels of the Uptown Charlotte area. There's bridges, lakes, fountains, and some buildings that partially comprise the skyline. I'd give it 5 stars if it was better well-kept with the cleanliness. Fortunately it's not as severe as my experience with First Ward Park. Make sure you feed the ducks when you're here! Quack Quack!

I personally love coming to this park. It is near my office building and it's a great place to come…read morefor break, lunch, or just to get some fresh air. The pond is beautiful and the walkways are also very nice and spacious. I enjoy watching the ducks in the water and the view of the city in the background. This is also a great place to take family photos or engagement photos. Prom photos as well. I highly recommend visiting the next time you need to go for a walk through uptown.

There was a lot to see walking around this green space and walking path…read more A great space for run clubs, a morning walk, or a quick stroll with the family. There was a lot of construction going on and the nature trail was closed, but there was still a nice route through residential streets and paved space. The traffic might be slightly overwhelming for home owners, but everyone was there for the physical activity and having a good time. I look forward to taking a longer walk to see where else the trail goes.

Don't let the name fool you. There is nothing little about Little Sugar Creek Greenway. When…read morecompleted this meandering trail will extend 19 miles connecting several sections of the city and retailers from north of Uptown all the way to the South Carolina border. I live near the Brandywine Road part of the Greenway. I simply walk out my condo door and presto! I'm there. It's a quiet, leisurely stroll with joggers, kids in strollers, while others are biking or walking their dogs. Wonderful. Feeling the allure of nature even within an urban setting? Pegs the needle to "10" on my "Give 'em a whirl" meter. Relax here.

I love this park! It's very convenient to the Metropolitan and Uptown. Great place to walk or…read morebike ride along the Little Sugar Creek. Not sure where the Sugar Creek Greenway ends and Midtown Park begins but it is all nicely integrated. I love the great lawn, the sculptures, and the trellis walkway. Beautiful place to take photos. So photogenic!

Never been to this park before having my daughter's prom pictures taken here. Small park in the…read moreMetropolitan area with beautiful scenery. There are a few benches. The Greenway cuts through. Behind the park is a beautiful waterfall. The photographer was able to use 6 different backgrounds, including the waterfall. Other couples were taking pictures there as well but when we first came it was just two. When we left it was about 7. Plenty of space though that everyone was still able to get great shots. It's on a very busy corner but faces Kings Dr. Free parking in the metropolitan garage, easy walk regardless of the construction that gets in the way. Across the street there's parking but also towing signs. Lots of people were taking a chance though. Caddy corner from the park is a shopping plaza with a few restaurants, stores etc. After we finished with the pictures I enjoyed shopping in Marshalls in the garage.

Putting Cordelia Park in my "hidden gem" folder in a city that is continuing to grow and evolve…read more I had driven on North Davidson hundreds of times and saw the sign for this park, but the real trick is to stop and spend some time here. There's a great gated parking lot that allows families and visitors to park and get to the playground, there's also the pool (closed in the winter time) but I basically came here in search of an outdoor stair workout. Not only does the greenway come through the park, but there's a big elevation difference that allows for some gorgeous city views! The park also has some nice business neighbors like the Hobbyist and a Pho place, really nice way to start a Saturday is to workout, and then grab a coffee from the Hobbyist. I'm curious how booked up the event space is for the park since the back of the building is all glass and looks out to the gorgeous city skyline.

Located between Uptown and NoDa, this linear park is lengthwise along North Davidson Street. The…read moreindoor park and swimming pool and slashpad are currently closed, but the walking trails is still open. If you're looking for a spot to get some walking and some fresh air, you can definitely get that accomplished here. And for a bonus, there are a couple of curbside restaurants at 24th Street that you can pick up for an outdoor picnic in the park. This is a lovely outdoors space in the middle of an urban area. [Review 13124 overall, 441 of 2020.]

Among my stops in Charlotte, NC was here at Elizabeth Park. My friend didn't mind driving me here,…read moreas we had time before hitting the road south to Greenville, SC. Public parks and open spaces are invaluable to any major city and Charlotte, NC is no different. As such, I arrived here with my friend at about 4:00pm after having a late lunch. We opted to hang out in the parking lot after parking for a few minutes to decide on what to do before heading south. We estimated spending about an hour here, as we walked thru the park, enjoying ourselves in the open spaces, and found a homeless guy panhandling. We also found a Target store on one edge of the park. We were shocked that there was a Target store, but then again, we both were strangers to this city. With that said, we ended up shopping at the Target and then walked thru Elizabeth Park again with our purchase, so we could remember where the car was. I enjoyed the vegetation and flora that is encouraging all around the park. The walking paths are nice and I saw a few people running on it while I was there. Elizabeth Park seemed smaller than I thought it was, but after noticing the tunnel, who knows how bigger the park really is. For the most part though, Elizabeth Park is good for the community of downtown Charlotte NC, but best bet is to come during the day to enjoy yourselves but be wary of coming here late at night. The overall experience here at Elizabeth Park here in downtown Charlotte, NC was pretty good. The fresh air and wide open spaces really is what I needed after being cooped up in an airplane for 10 hours from Honolulu to Houston to Charlotte on United Airlines. The only issue was the homeless dude sitting in the park. He didn't say anything to me and my friend, but just being there altered my experience here At Elizabeth Park. At least the park itself was maintained by the good folks with the city of Charlotte and it was beautiful piece of soul like a work of art continually in progress. My friend and I walked a bit on the paths and underneath the tunnel, but we didn't know how much more park there was if we decided to lap the entire circumference of the park. I enjoyed walking around here At Elizabeth Park while playing Pokémon Go along with my friend and hope to return here again. Although the homeless guy didn't bother us during my time here, it was a little bit more disappointing that happened. I guess with Charlotte being a major city and all, you can't avoid them. Still, it was a nice time here At Elizabeth Park before we Had to go. I'd recommend coming here for A nice respite from the road trip or just from the hard day at the office. The open space that public parks provides is always amazing. Elizabeth Park here in Charlotte, North Carolina is located at 101 Kings Drive in the downtown district. Like all public parks and public spaces, there is no admission fees, which is already awesome and amazing! There is limited parking here, so Best bet would be to get here early to find an awesome parking spot. As far as local public bus routes are concerned, I wouldn't know but please consult the Charlotte public transportation online and choose which routes are appropriate for your trip here to Elizabeth park. Best to Come here early morning or early evening to decompress and enjoy nature. It's quite nice when nature is there to listen to your problems. I enjoyed listening to Mother Nature here and hopefully you will too. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! A+

This is another one of the fairly small parks in downtown Charlotte. However, it is a very nice…read morelooking park. The feature that stands out the most is the Spirit of Mecklenburg statue near the entrance. However, once you enter, there are more good sights to be had. There is actually a small stream that runs through it and a tunnel under a bridge. The walking paths are pleasant and let you enjoy a bit of nature while being in the city. It was relaxing too as it very empty too and I had the place to myself.