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.

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.

Made our way to this park during their shout festival. Everything was closing up since it was 8 pm,…read morebut there were plenty of things to do. They have seesaw for the kids, a spider web jungle gym, exercise equipment, restrooms, a huge field, and seating locations for everyone. This park offers a lot more of play options for kids and great location. Even though it was nighttime, you were still able to see and have a great time.

(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!

What a gorgeous park! Just moved to Charlotte and was looking for a place to walk the dogs. This…read morepark is amazing! It had a great walking path around the water, a greenway, an amaaaaazing playground for kids, sports fields, decent-ish bathrooms, and lots of parking! Would highly recommend!

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.

(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.

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.

Took engagement photos at this location it was perfect! It's easy to park and you can walk around…read moreand take amazing pictures

I've seen both ends of this greenway since it connects Frazier Park to Seversville Park and we've…read moreeaten our takeout at both parks. We walked a small portion of the greenway near Frazier Park, but didn't do much since I was injured. It's a nice and quiet greenway which I enjoy. I'd love to go back and walk the whole thing sometime!

Probably one of the least traveled Greenways in Charlotte, Irwin Creek was part of 2017s…read moreBiketoberfest and it was nice exploring it along with nearby Stuart Creek Greenway. Yes the greenway is in west Charlotte, but once the city plan furthers itself, most of the greenways will be connected which will be nice- since the city can be pretty treacherous on the roads with vehicles that don't like to share. Like most other greenways, there are benches... places to stop and also places to walk pets. I didn't see many baggie stations, but I'm sure it's just a matter of time to install once it becomes more popular. Part of the trailhead will get you on stuart creek and connect you to Blue Blaze. Great way to experience Wesley heights and take in a local brewery!

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.]