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2026 New Bern Scenic Spots Guide

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Stunning Front Street Home in Beaufort-1...

Tie up your boat to the private dock just feet from your charming Taylor’s Creek waterfront rental home for the ultimate vacation stay. Historic Beaufort, walk to town.Welcome to 1404 Front Street, a handsomely appointed waterfront vacation home...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Oasis By the Sea - Oceanfront, 5 BRs, 4....

Your Oceanfront Escape Awaits at Oasis By the Sea! Welcome to Oasis By the Sea at The Grove – Atlantic Beach’snewest oceanfront gem! Soak up the sunshine and salty breeze with expansive vistas, your own private pool and hot tub, and breezy...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...

Aurora East, Oceanfront Duplex in Emeral...

Aurora East is an Oceanfront Duplex with a Swimming Pool (shared with the adjacent side), a Private Hot Tub, and High Speed Internet Access! (Bring your own computer.) Just steps to the ocean. Within walking distance to fishing pier, eateries...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

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...

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.

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...