I really enjoyed visiting the Sullenberger Aviation Museum. The historical planes were definitely…read moremy favorite part--it was amazing to see how aircraft have changed over time as well as many of the uniforms worn in commercial airline travel. Each plane felt like it had its own story, and the way everything was set up made it easy to appreciate the history behind them. Each section of the museum was carefully curated with the help of the Smithsonian. It wasn't just interesting, it was interactive. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys history or aviation. It's also a nice place to visit if you have a layover at Charlotte, as this museum is located close to the airport and only takes about 2 hours to completely explore!

Paid a visit with my son and 2 nephews and they had a great time. So much information and so many…read moreaircraft. They had about 3 different areas to sit in the cockpits or seats and press every button they could possibly be curious about. The staff is very knowledgeable and very eager to show you around and tell you all about the aircraft. I was very appreciative of this, with all the details all around us. The lay out is great, intriguing and the lighting makes it even cooler. The Miracle on the Hudson exhibit is a must see! The plane is there to check out up close. We absolutely loved that part! A lot of military aircraft with some background on influential people that have made impacts. The location is pretty cool, right next to the CLT runways, where you see the planes landing and taking off as you enter, exit or walk around the museum grounds. This was a great visit overall, great museum!

I brought my son to night at the museum at Discovery place, and it was a time! My son absolutely…read moreloves Legos and currently right now the brick masters studio is at the museum. We went through the exhibit and got to see some really incredible displays. We marveled at the displays, wondering how long they took to complete, how many people worked on the display etc. It's just so amazing to see that all the displays were made out of Lego pieces. There were some interactive displays which was nice for the kids since they were unable to touch most of the displays in the exhibit. There's a section where the kids can be master builders and time themselves on how quickly they can complete a miniature display, they ranged from easy, medium and difficult. At the end of the experience there was an entire city made of Legos, with loose lego pieces for the kids to be creative and make their own lego creations. It was a great finish to the experience. This exhibit is every lego master builders dream. It brought me back to my childhood!

Fabulous kid friendly museum! We like visiting and checking…read moreout the new exhibits and the permanent ones are wonderful. Hot tip is to park on the roof and walk in upstairs where you can pay and get your parking validated.

Came to the Museum for Father's Day since entrance for Dads was free today. Was excellent to see…read morethe Caravaggio special exhibit, so my fee was a bit higher $25. But my college age son got a student rate and my husband was free. Nice perk, they also do this on Mother's Day, in case you didn't know for next year. I didn't take too many photos of the artwork. The special exhibit is quite large and there is a lot to see. There are two floors full of different types of art and sculptures. Really has so much to see here. I love where the Mint is located, too. Across the street is a green space with a few restaurants and a beautiful church that we visited while waiting for the museum to open at 1pm. Sunday. The entrance fee is good for two consecutive days so if you are staying close by, go back and walk through again. Lots to see. There is also a restaurant attached to the building that was very busy. They had live music as well.

I would say this is a must-see if you're going to go to museums here in Charlotte. I love the fact…read morethat it had different types of art to view. It had something for everybody, even had a lighting exhibit, and I'm all about the lighting. We spent a good two hours here. It's in the middle of the city, so you can go to restaurants and shops when you're done or before. It was a $18 entrance fee for me, and they offered a senior discount as well for anyone 65 and older.

My daughter got us tickets. It was beyond amazing…read more The information about his life was surrounded by replicas of his works. There were areas where they brought is life and works to life. There were plenty of places to sit and enjoy. There was plenty of room for everyone to read without standing on top of one another. We spent a full half-hour in the final immersive room lying on a rug propping ourselves on plush pillows. We watched the entire 360 degree show. Hats off to the creators! The entire experience is a history lesson disguised as artwork. If you love history and/or art, you will love this experience! MOST SINCERELY

A nice experience but not worth the cost…read more While visiting one of my besties and her baby, she really wanted to check this Immersive experience of Van Gogh artwork. She's a huge fan, and use to do some kind of work at an art museum in Washington DC, so this place seemed up her alley. She graciously paid $90 for our tickets ($40/adult + taxes and fees), and was sorely disappointed. The old huge warehouse was renovated into a small showcase of Van Gogh art via a few tv monitors and interpreted art sculptures that represent Van Gogh's themes. The main event is the 30 min art instillation that projects on the walls, with strobe lighting and loud music..which is the immersive experience that you're essentially paying for. Of course, there's an overpriced gift shop area..with posters, t-shirts, and art jigsaw puzzles..and a mini bar with over priced snacks items. We were happy to support the culture..but this not truly worth the cost. Thankfully the restrooms were clean (but did not contain any changing tables..and auntie Nneka changed a poopy diaper!!). Also, there was air conditioning and welcoming staff members who were helpful and offered to take our pictures with any of the life sized sculptures. So, its a nice effort..but only if you trying to be supportive of the cause..otherwise..semi hard pass on this one.

This is a small elegant museum, free to enter. It captures the history and evolution of Charlotte…read moreand North Carolina pretty well. It's a single floor, takes about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how much time you spend on each topic. Lots of images, maps, explanation of milestone moments for the city and the state that shaped it over centuries. The two key events I remember from visit are Charlotte's role in ending segregation and the city became the a leader in banking world. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Charlotte for the first time.

Good museum to learn about charlotte's history. I wish there are more interactive activities than…read morejust post boards with information. Most of items are replicated. Information is really detailed though. I definitely learned something from this trip.

As someone who moved here from the Bay Area and is still finding my favorite outdoor spaces in…read moreCharlotte, I'm always on the lookout for places that offer a little peace and beauty in the middle of a busy day. The McGill Rose Garden absolutely delivered on that. This is truly a beautiful venue--lush flowers everywhere, winding walk paths, and plenty of places to sit quietly and just take it all in. It's the kind of space where you can slow down, clear your head, and quite literally stop and smell the roses. I found it to be a wonderful spot for reflection, a casual stroll, or simply enjoying nature without needing to leave the city. One of the things I especially appreciated is that you can enhance the experience with a visit to the wine bar onsite, Rosie's Wine Garden, where you can grab a coffee, cocktail, or glass of wine and then wander the grounds at your own pace. It adds a relaxed, almost European feel to the whole experience. A quick heads-up: parking can be a bit tricky, as the entrance is off a busy street, so just take your time and be patient when pulling in. Once you're there, though, it's well worth the effort. Bottom line: If you're looking for a small but charming botanical-style garden in Charlotte--a quiet place to reset, reflect, and enjoy the outdoors--this is a lovely little gem. For me, it checked all the boxes and has become a welcome respite in the middle of a busy day.

Talk about a hidden gem! This was a great place to get coffee, wine and/or a snack and hang out for…read morea while. Rosie's Coffee and Wine is adjacent and service there was super friendly and fast. There is indoor seating there, but the gardens have little twists and turns and different areas to sit, too. When we visited it wasn't too busy, so we had our choice of tables. There was a birthday or bachelorette type of party in another part of the garden.

All the exhibits were really cool and interactive! My daughters and I loved coming here and…read moredefinitely had a great time visiting the museum. I would definitely recommend having your phone when you come here so you can take lots of cool and fun photos. Antonio and Marley were incredibly helpful with taking pictures. A wonderful way to spend a few hours and worth the stop.

An amazing fun place right at the heart of CLT. The place is quite small but has entertainment that…read morecan keep you hooked up for its repeat value. This place is essentially a play of everything that is mirrors, glasses and physics. Our toddler had so much fun running through the maze and we had a fantastic time with the building climbing trick and the vortex tunnel. Street parking on front of this is very minimal and on demand. The public garage parking on the next door is convenient but costly.

this place is AWESOME!!!!…read more hidden gem. Fun for kids of all ages. I saw so many dads with their kids in there, both having a blast - together!! (* which is rare in this age of iPads and Roblox). The game selection was excellent. All the units are very well taken care of. There's no garbage machines, no nothing broken down. The whole establishment is very clean. They also have a lot of new arcade games from the last few years. So it's clear the owner is putting money and investing into new units. There's a whole slew of pinball games. Again, great selection. They have tons of snacks, food, and a great beer selection. Paragraph 15 bucks for all you can play is a steal. You can go down there and hide from your wife for hours on end. There's no question. I will be returning. Grab your keys, and run, don't walk, down to this place.

Owner is super sweet, good choices of drinks and snacks, major plus with having soft pretzels!…read more Me and my date had a wonderful time there. This is a perfect meeting spot.