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14 Best Things to Do in Charlotte
"Celebrating two extraordinary gardeners from Charlotte, Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary is one of the most peaceful outdoor areas in the region. Many years ago two women named Elizabeth turned Ridgewood Avenue in Charlotte into the southern garden oasis. Today, the property of Elizabeth and Edwin Clarkson serves as the home of Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary, along with the nearby Elizabeth Lawrence House and Garden, to preserve and honor these two women’s legacy."
"For all nature lovers out there, this location is nothing short of a paradise with its fountains, blooming flowers, and the soothing sound of various birds. This location features 3 gardens, the oldest of which dates back to 1927. The beauty of this location will only add to your photographer’s skiller, leaving you with breathtaking images that you will never grow tired of."
"You can enjoy some of the best aspects of nature by visiting Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary in Charlotte, North Carolina. Whether you want to see fantastic flora or feathered friends, you can have a great time at this place. It has been one of Charlotte’s biggest points of interest for nearly a century."
"Visiting the UNCC Botanical Gardens is a wonderful free activity for just about everyone. Gardening enthusiasts can learn all about the specific plants that thrive in the Charlotte area at the Mellichamp Native Terraces and everyone can admire the remarkable McMillan Greenhouse which protects several themed gardens and an enormous dinosaur skeleton. If you visit at exactly the right time of year (check the website for details) you may be lucky enough to witness the flowering of the world’s largest and most foul-smelling plant, the Titan Arum."
"Give wedding portraits a natural and rustic flair at the UNC-Charlotte Botanical Gardens. Stonework, bridges, fountains and pathways set amid beautiful gardens of distinctive trees and flowers provide innumerable options for photo settings. Romare Bearden Park - Photo by KC Photography Company"
"If plants, flowers and gardens are your forte, you are in for an amazing treat. There are exceptional varieties of horticulture represented at the gardens. Visitors will find a great many rare species, as well."
"Only a few minutes from busy Uptown, the Historic Rosedale Plantation and its nine-acre landscaped grounds offer a glimpse at life in Antebellum Charlotte. Built in 1815, Rosedale was known as "Frew's Folly" because its owner, merchant Archibald Frew, lavished money on constructing the 4,600-square-foot plantation home. You can tour the house, a blacksmith shop, and the extensive historic gardens, which include formal beds bordered in boxwood, an outstanding rose collection, and five Treasure Trees, designated for their age, historical significance, size, or rarity in the region."
"Just like South Carolina, North Carolina in Charlotte offers a long history that dates back since 1768. Historic Rosedale Plantation is one of the oldest pieces of architecture in the city, being established during 1807. Now, it is still well-preserved to tell its story to the general public."
"Juxtaposed by Charlotte’s hip NoDa neighborhood, the Historic Rosedale Plantation is a fully restored home taking up over 900 acres. Open for tours through the creaky building and ever-blooming garden, the space is perfect for those in search of long walks through history."
"A post shared by Salty Parrot Brewing Company (@saltyparrotbrewing). This colorful, island-style brewery in the Gold District has gone through several iterations over the years. the Salty Parrot initially opened as Sunstead Brewing until it became Toucan Louie’s Gold District for a while."
"Formerly known as Toucan Louie’s, the café and roastery decided to merge with Sunstead Brewing during the pandemic. Location: 1200 South Graham St. The vibe: The space is laid-back and beachy."
"Edge City opened in April of 2020 and sold beer to-go as a way to adapt during the pandemic. Choose from a rotating selection of New England IPAs, sours, pilsners, lagers, wheat beers, and stouts. Location: 6209 Old Post Rd., Ste."
"No-frills diner known for its four types of chili — Texas, Cincinnati, Vegetarian and Southern. Diners have the option to add toppings like beans, onions and cheese. You can also mix the different chilis."