Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (25 min) Public garden with tropical plant conservatory fountains & pavilion available for private events.
Freedom Park (17 min.) A lakeside bandshell anchors this large park which also has sports fields a playground & trails. U.S. National Whitewater Center (14 min) Recreation grounds with whitewater rafting canoeing kayaking rappelling rock climbing & more. Mint Museum Uptown (11 min.) Museum showcasing international art plus live performances & educational programs for all ages. Harvey B. Gantt Center For African-American Arts Culture (11 min.) African-American art history & culture celebrated in an institution with a striking modern facade. Little Sugar Creek Greenway (12 min.) 19 miles of paved hiking & biking paths along Little Sugar Creek with views & connections to parks. Billy Graham Library (10 min.) Large library dedicated to religious leader Billy Graham plus his original home with tours. Carolinas Aviation Museum (8 min.) A collection of commercial military & civil aircraft plus aviation artifacts & memorabilia. Ray S Splash Planet (10 min.) County-run water park & swimming pool with a fitness center offering classes & personal training. Bechtler Museum Of Modern Art (12 min.) Mid-20th-century modern art displayed in an elegant 4-story building filled with natural light. Discovery Place Science (11 min.) Kids science & tech museum with interactive exhibits an aquarium rain forest & IMAX theater. Mint Museum Randolph (16 min.) Museum showcasing international art plus live performances & educational programs for all ages. |