Concord Travel Guide

Concord, North Carolina, is the largest city in Cabarrus County. The city is rich in public parks and offers tons of fun things to do, as well as impressive, photo-worthy views and charming vacation homes that are conveniently located within walking distance of the city’s many amenities.

Things to Do in Concord

To start your vacation off right, head to one of the city's many outdoor recreation facilities. These include Frank Liske Park, Marvin Caldwell Park, and Dorton Park, which are all great places to play sports, go hiking, or enjoy a picnic in the sun. Many visitors opt to go mountain biking, as well. They can also take a stroll through the lush corridors and on the pathways of Memorial Gardens to admire the flowers and abundant greenery or play a round of golf at Rocky River Golf Club.

When it comes to indoor fitness, visitors have the chance to go swimming, take swimming lessons, and participate in water aerobics at the John F. McInnis Aquatics Center. Stegall’s Arena is home to kid-friendly bull riding that encourages children to ride and chase sheep, while the Cabarrus Brewing Company offers food trucks, games, and non-alcoholic drinks for visitors under 21.

Shopping is another popular activity in Concord, as the city features the ever-popular Concord Mills Mall and a number of unique boutiques and independent stores.

Best Time to Visit Concord

The best time to visit the city is from August to October for the ideal warm weather.

Food in Concord

A few of the best places to eat in Concord include Quick Bites and Viva Chicken, which specializes in authentic Peruvian and South American cuisine. Brisket Super Spud serves smoked BBQ and American dishes such as chopped Texas brisket, cheddar smoked bacon bites, and sour cream and scallions.

Things to Do for Families in Concord

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park is the perfect place for families with small children that are looking to escape the summer heat, as the park offers large water slides and a variety of small slides for small children. Families with older members can enjoy an afternoon excursion full of friendly competitiveness with Richard Petty Driving Experience, Concord’s only location that offers the public the chance to drive a 600 horsepower vehicle on the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Perhaps the best family-friendly location in Concord, the SEALIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium offers behind the scenes tours of where aquarium creatures live and of how water is filtered in all of the tanks, as well as where the creatures’ food is prepared.