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2026 New Bern Scenic Spots Guide

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Cute Lil' Condo on Intracoastal waterway...

Location! Location! Location! Family friendly efficiency condo located at the trendy Bogue Shores in Atlantic Beach is the place for a astounding vacation. You will have direct access to the pretty sandy beach which is only a short walk across the...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
1-Bedroom Apartment near Fort Macon + Be...

Savor a striking beachside escape at this 1-bedroom apartment in Atlantic Beach’s A Place at the Beach III. Ideal for couples or families, this unit includes a private balcony, full kitchen, and additional sleeping area. With indoor/outdoor pools...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...

Ocean Club | Exclusive Ocean Views & Ame...

Highlights:Exercise Room Grilling AreaSteps from the beachCovered DeckOceanfront and Sound Front Pools Hot tub accessElevator access On-site parkingLinens SuppliedHot/Cold Outside ShowersDescription:Escape to the coast and make yourself at home in...

  • Indian Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...

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...

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.

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...