Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charlotte I-485 at Highway 74E, NC

MYERS PARK. Built in the late 1920s, these gardens offer a wealth of flowering varieties. The site of Wing Haven Gardens...

MYERS PARK. Built in the late 1920s, these gardens offer a wealth of flowering varieties. The site of Wing Haven Gardens was once the property of Mr. and Mrs. Clarkston. Having been willed to a non-profit organization, the gardens were opened to the public. Also features a variety of rare and regional bird species. Guided tours available on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings.

Hours: Tue 3pm-5pm; Wed 10am-Noon; Sat 10am-5pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

NODA. This garden spot originally resulted from one woman's attempt to renovate and landscape her husband's business....

NODA. This garden spot originally resulted from one woman's attempt to renovate and landscape her husband's business. This now public site is home to more than 500 rosebushes. A must-see during the spring and summer months when the glorious flowers are in full bloom.

Hours: Tue-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 10am-3pm

Payment Methods: Cash Only

UNIVERSITY AREA. If plants, flowers and gardens are your forte, you are in for an amazing treat. There are exceptional...

UNIVERSITY AREA. 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. Don't miss the two-story rain forest. Located on the campus of the University of North Carolina-Charlotte, Highway 49 North. Groups of over 10 must schedule a visit.

Hours: Outdoor Gardens Daily Sunrise-Sunset
McMillan Greenhouse Mon-Sat 10am-3pm; Sun 1pm-4pm

SUGAR CREEK. This educational forest lends shade, beauty and comfort to the region. Almost 188 acres of forest feature...

SUGAR CREEK. This educational forest lends shade, beauty and comfort to the region. Almost 188 acres of forest feature ample picnicking spots. New environmental education center provides guests with information on land conservation and forest environment. Jogging and hiking trails. Great for children.

Hours: Daily 7am-Sunset

BELMONT. Several thematic gardens arranged in a succession of outdoor rooms makes this complex a plant-lover's paradise....

BELMONT. Several thematic gardens arranged in a succession of outdoor rooms makes this complex a plant-lover's paradise. The Cottage Garden has many hard-to-find heirloom plants, the Four Seasons Garden highlights form and foliage for year-round appeal, and the Canal Garden features color in changing displays of perennials and annuals. The garden's location on Lake Wylie includes 100 developed acres and some 300 more acres under development.

Hours: Daily 9am-5pm Hours May Vary Seasonally

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club