Francesca & Scott
Things To Do
Belmont Main Street
Restaurants and coffee shops and boutiques... oh my! Explore the cute little downtown area of Belmont, NC. Waterbean is one of our favorite coffee shops and the caterer for our wedding owns Honeycomb Cafe as well as Marrelli's Italian Restaurant. There's a ton to check out on the website!
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is the perfect place to find your path to nature, no matter the season. The stunning Visitor Pavilion greets you before you explore 30 acres of beautiful gardens, including a conservatory full of tropical plants and orchids, a dry Piedmont Prairie, vibrant flower displays, sparkling fountains, walking trails and so much more! Open Friday-Sunday 10 am - 4 pm Adult: $16.95 +tax Senior: (60+): $14.95 +tax
U.S. National Whitewater Center
We love it here and go all the time! The Whitewater Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, is the largest outdoor center of its kind in the world. Featuring the world’s largest manmade whitewater river and 1,300 acres of protected woodlands along the Catawba River, the Center has become the home of the active outdoor lifestyle. There are a few casual food spots as well. Parking: $12/car Activities: free to explore the grounds and trails but other activities (zip lining, tree courses, etc) have an additional fee
The Mint Museum – Uptown
Mint Museum Uptown houses the internationally renowned Craft + Design collection, as well as outstanding collections of American and contemporary art. At the top of the stairs to the Mint Museum, Mariposa is a chic restaurant and lounge with small and large shareables paired with great drinks. Tickets (good for 2 days upon check in) Adult: $15 Senior: $10
Two Scoops Creamery Plaza Midwood
Our favorite ice cream shop! Two Scoops offers over 100 homemade flavors year round as well as seasonal specials. The recipes are a family secret - made with love and amazing ingredients!
Thirsty Beaver Saloon
Bride's favorite dive bar - small but oh so full of character. The Thirsty Beaver is a favorite watering hole among Charlotte's locals, known for its friendly, casual atmosphere. They wouldn't sell their property so an apartment building built around this little brick box. Sunday Fundays are truly the best here, in case you want to keep the party going after the wedding!
Two Buck Saloon
Groom's favorite dive bar - $2 all day everyday Busch Light and Miller High Life 12oz Cans & PBR 16oz draft. Has a couple pool tables, darts, and other games. Shameless plug: sometimes the MOH has comedy shows here!
Staying in Charlotte longer than the quick weekend?
We love entertaining so no matter what you’re looking for, we’ll be able to give you a quick itinerary of stuff to check out - just reach out to Francesca. Outdoorsy vibes, NASCAR, foodies, museums, you name it!