Don’t let Charlotte’s (much-deserved) reputation as a business hub and financial center trick you into thinking that it’s not also a family-friendly destination.
There’s lots of fun to be had for kids of all ages in the Queen City, whether it’s exploring a secret garden designed just for them, or taking a thrilling ride on a roller coaster or a whitewater raft. Here are the 10 best things to do with kids in Charlotte, North Carolina (in no particular order), with plenty of options for all four seasons.
1. Explore a botanical garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, NC
Just south of the city, a visit to Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden will make you feel worlds away. On 380 acres along the banks of Lake Wylie, there’s so much to explore here no matter the season (or the weather). Don’t miss the Allee Garden, with its beautiful tunnel fountain kids love to run through. If a thunderstorm pops up, head to the orchid conservatory, with displays of hundreds of stunning, fragrant orchids. But you’re likely to spend most of your time in Lost Hollow: The Kimbrell Children’s Garden. Built in 2014, it’s full of interactive garden installations meant to be explored, climbed on and touched.
2. Fuel your imagination
ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center is a 102,000-square-foot children’s library with a colorful, whimsical design. Located across from First Ward Park in Uptown (another great destination for families), ImaginOn has two state-of-the-art theaters, a dedicated space for kids ages 11 and under, a teens-only library area, and an interactive exhibit space. There’s almost always something fun happening here, especially since it’s also home to the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, which offers award-winning, professional adult productions
3. Discover your world
Satisfy your thirst for knowledge with Discovery Place, a network of museums including Discovery Place Science (in Uptown), Discovery Place Nature (in Dilworth, adjacent to Freedom Park) and Discovery Place Kids (with locations in Huntersville and Rockingham). Each museum has interactive exhibits that are perfect for eager little (and not-so-little) hands, and foster learning through experience. Splash it up in the water play area or explore a kid-friendly grocery store at Discovery Place Kids, learn about local animals at Discovery Place Nature, or get an up-close look at how things work in the interactive labs at Discovery Place Science. Just don’t expect your visit to be a quick trip: there’s so much to explore
4. Catch a game
Home to the Charlotte Knights, a Triple-A minor league baseball team, BB&T Ballpark offers gorgeous views of the city—even topping the list of Baseball America’s best minor league stadiums. With its intimate feel and plentiful food options, there’s something for everyone here. But if football is more your speed, Bank of America stadium isn’t far away. The home of the Carolina Panthers opened in 1996—don’t miss taking a selfie in front of the larger-than-life panther statues that flank each entrance.
5. Be in two places at once
There are lots of thrills to be had at Carowinds, including the world’s tallest and fastest giga coaster, Fury 325, which reaches 325 feet and 95 miles per hour. In the summer, you can also splash around on the water slides and wave pool at Carolina Harbor water park. The park sits on the North Carolina/South Carolina border, and the state line is painted on the ground near the entrance—letting visitors have a foot in both states at once. In the fall, the park transforms into SCarowinds at night, with roaming monsters and more than 16 haunted attractions.
6. Hit the market
Next door to ImaginOn, 7th Street Public Market is a popular spot for families any time of day. Here, you’ll find everything from coffee and pizza to baked goods. The daily grilled cheese special from Orrman’s Cheese Shop is always a winner, but if you’re here for breakfast, don’t skip the pancakes at Local Loaf—they’re made with a custard-like batter, and chances are they’re unlike any pancakes you’ve ever tasted. If you’re looking for a Charlotte-themed gift, CLT Find has you covered.
7. Get cultured
Charlotte’s museum scene has lots to offer to young art lovers. The city’s oldest museum, the Mint Museum, regularly hosts events for kids, including Sunday Fun Days with kid-friendly art projects, demonstrations and even family yoga sessions. The Firebird, the glittery sculpture that stands guard at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, is a kid-friendly destination in its own right, but the museum has a great cafeteria, fun gift shop, and exhibits that young art lovers enjoy. Head across the street to the Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture to find rotating exhibitions, plus the museum’s collection of work from renowned artist including Romare Bearden, Jonathan Green, Henry Ossawa Tanner and more. Want to show the kiddos how art is made? Catch the artists-in-residence at McColl Center for Art + Innovation.
8. Learn about Charlotte’s history
Levine Museum of the New South is a great first stop for families who want to learn about Charlotte and the New South. Its permanent exhibit, Cotton Fields to Skyscrapers, explores the city’s history from the Civil War to present day. At the Charlotte Museum of History, visitors can learn about life in early Charlotte at the Hezekiah Alexander House, a meticulously restored rock house built in the mid-1700s.
9. Soak up some Carolina sunshine
Mecklenburg County is home to more than 210 parks on more than 21,000 acres, and while it’s hard for just about any kid to resist a park, some favorites include Freedom Park, with its walking path, pond, and playgrounds, and Reedy Creek Park, with its nature center and whimsical natural playground.
But if you’re up for adventure, head to the U.S. National Whitewater Center. With 1,300 acres on the Catawba River, there’s a manmade whitewater course, mountain biking trails, zip lines, a canopy tour, rock climbing and more. Or just kick back at one of the on-site restaurants and watch the rafters float by.
10. Pick up some speed
Race fans, start your engines! Charlotte is home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, where a new class of five inductees is honored every year. The museum’s Glory Road contains iconic race cars, from Marshall Teague’s 1952 Hudson Hornet to Kyle Busch’s 2015 Toyota Camry. But the most popular exhibit is probably Race Week, an interactive exhibit where kids learn how NASCAR teams prepare for race day—including taking a spot as a driver in a simulated race.
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