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2026 New Bern Scenic Spots Guide

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Emerald Isle Indian Beach Pine Knoll Shores Atlantic Beach Shackleford Banks Beaufort Morehead City Cape Lookout Cedar Island Harkers Island New Bern
Seabatical Oceanfront: In & outdoor pool...

Wake up to direct oceanfront vistas from your private balcony! This beautiful beachfront condo features a bright open layout, full kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms. Savor resort perks including indoor/outdoor pools, hot tub, sauna, and gym—all...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
 3 B/R, 3 BATH W/ POOL, HOT TUB & GOLF C...

BEACHSIDE LUXURY NESTLED IN BEAUTIFUL EMERALD ISLE, N.C., WITH EASYACCESS FROM THE MAINLAND! A calm family friendly beach getaway a 5 min. walk to our neighborhood beach access and a layout that works well with families, two family trips and...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the...

Ocean Glen 12, Almost Oceanfront 3BR 2.5...

Ocean Glen 12 is a gorgeously refreshed, nearly oceanfront 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo designed to delight guests of all ages. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel right at home. The entry level features a convenient laundry area with a stackable...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Union Point Park

Visitors to New Bern's historic downtown are advised to take a break from the shopping, antiquing and dining, and enjoy a comfortable seat and a great view at the scenic and newly revitalized, Union Point Park.

Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that...

Glenburnie Park is a scenic public park that’s located just northeast of the heart of Downtown New Bern. Tucked along the Neuse River in a primarily residential section of town, the park is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike...

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.