Charlotte/Myers Park



Myers Park is a residential district in Charlotte. About a mile from Uptown, it is one of the city's oldest suburban districts. Myers Park is distinguished for its winding tree-lined avenues, large historic homes and architectural variety. Due to its landscaped beauty, it is one of the most-visited parts of Charlotte despite its relative lack of retail attractions.

Get in
Myers Park is best traveled by car or bike. Despite its location near the city center, the neighborhood was originally intended to be an auto-oriented suburb. Thus, attempting to walk through the district can be a tiring and sometimes dangerous ordeal.

For visitors without an automobile, a bus or taxi is the next-best option for visiting Myers Park. If taking the bus, the #6 (Kings Rd), #14 (Providence Rd), #15 (Randolph Rd), #19 (Park Rd) and #20 (Queens/Sharon Rd) bus routes all serve the neighborhood; consult a map before embarking if you are trying to end up in a particular destination.

See
Most of the attractions in Myers Park involve sightseeing and low-intensity tourism. The neighborhood is full of elegant avenues, which are lined with huge oak trees. The trees create a canopy (often compared to a cathedral ceiling) which keeps the streets cool even during the oppressive North Carolina summertime. For visitors short on time, a simple drive through the neighborhood is worthwhile in order to view the large, historic mansions along the major thoroughfares.

For visitors with more time on their hands, there are several attractions worth a casual visit:



Do
Myers Park is home to some of Charlotte's most important cultural attractions. Queens University regularly hosts major performers and speakers, and Freedom Park's events list includes the can't-miss Festival In The Park: a huge collection of regional artisans and performers, and countless food vendors.

In addition, the neighborhood quietly hosts two major museums:



Other neighborhood attractions:

Buy

 * is worth a visit, and can easily take up an afternoon of leisurely shopping. Charlotte's first true shopping center, this long strip of stores still has its old 1950s-style sign. Included among its tenants are a good bookstore, a pet store, an excellent toy store, an old-fashioned hardware store, a drug store, restaurants, a bakery, a barber shop and a movie theater. Visit during the fall when the leaves of Myers Park are in full color, and outdoor shopping is most comfortable.

Eat
If you are traveling on the cheap, don't bother trying to eat in the heart of Myers Park (unless you visit the student union at Queens University). The neighborhood's restaurant selection is predominantly upscale, with prices and attitudes to match. On the other hand, if you are looking for a high-quality dining experience, Myers Park has some of the city's most acclaimed restaurants.

Those looking for more moderate prices would do well to try the area around Park Road Shopping Center, which has a fair variety of options.



Sleep
As a residential neighborhood, Myers Park only has a few hotel options. If you need to sleep nearby, look for accommodations in Uptown or SouthPark.