Jessica's Beaufort Guidebook
City/town information
The first time I visited Beaufort, NC I fell in love. It has an old-world, Southern charm, steeped in maritime history and adventure. With world-class fishing, the Crystal Coast is known for its local seafood, and Beaufort is no exception. Add the nearby beaches, wild horses, and outdoor activities and you have the perfect spot for your vacation. Titles Beaufort is known for include "Best Small Town for Adventure," "South's Best Small Town," "America's Favorite Town," "Coolest Small Town," and "Best Yachting Town in America."
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Beaufort
The first time I visited Beaufort, NC I fell in love. It has an old-world, Southern charm, steeped in maritime history and adventure. With world-class fishing, the Crystal Coast is known for its local seafood, and Beaufort is no exception. Add the nearby beaches, wild horses, and outdoor activities and you have the perfect spot for your vacation. Titles Beaufort is known for include "Best Small Town for Adventure," "South's Best Small Town," "America's Favorite Town," "Coolest Small Town," and "Best Yachting Town in America."
Food scene
Seafood, steaks, burgers & craft beers in a vintage space decked out with antiques & memorabilia.
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Clawson's 1905 Restaurant
425 Front StSeafood, steaks, burgers & craft beers in a vintage space decked out with antiques & memorabilia.
Black Sheep Beaufort
510 Front StGreat outdoor, waterfront seating and amazing food!
Mezcalito Grill & Tequila Bar
521 Front StGreat place to visit any time of day. Coffee and breakfast in the morning, lunch and beer during the day, wine and music at night.
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Cru Wine Bar, Coffee Shop & Wine Store
120 Turner StGreat place to visit any time of day. Coffee and breakfast in the morning, lunch and beer during the day, wine and music at night.
Located in Traders in Beau Coast. Pick up wine, beer, snacks, and to-go food from a local favorite - Beaufort Grocery.
Beau Gro To Go
409 Skimmer CoveLocated in Traders in Beau Coast. Pick up wine, beer, snacks, and to-go food from a local favorite - Beaufort Grocery.
Beaufort Grocery
117 Queen StMust-see local favorite
Turner Street Market
131 Turner StQueen Anne's Revenge
400 Front StGreat pizza and waterfront, outdoor seating.
Perfect for a occasion evening or lunch out. Great food with great views.
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34° North Restaurant
2440 Lennoxville RdPerfect for a occasion evening or lunch out. Great food with great views.
No Name Pizza and Subs
408 Live Oak StLocal favorite for great pizza, subs, pasta.
Sightseeing
Visitors who want to explore a natural portion of the Cape Lookout National Seashore with little effort will want to check out the Shackleford Banks. Located just south of Beaufort and Harkers Island, this picturesque and undeveloped barrier island shoreline is a popular destination for visitors who would like to relax, take in the salt air, and enjoy the beach scene.
Ferry can get busy in summer months - so reservations are recommended.
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Shackleford Banks
Visitors who want to explore a natural portion of the Cape Lookout National Seashore with little effort will want to check out the Shackleford Banks. Located just south of Beaufort and Harkers Island, this picturesque and undeveloped barrier island shoreline is a popular destination for visitors who would like to relax, take in the salt air, and enjoy the beach scene.
Ferry can get busy in summer months - so reservations are recommended.
A boat ride three miles off-shore brings you to the barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Horse watching, shelling, fishing, birding, camping, lighthouse climbing, and touring historic villages - there's something for everyone at Cape Lookout.
Ferry from Beaufort to Cape Lookout only runs in season. To visit in off-season, you need to drive over to Harker's island to catch the ferry there.
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Cape Lookout
A boat ride three miles off-shore brings you to the barrier islands of Cape Lookout National Seashore. Horse watching, shelling, fishing, birding, camping, lighthouse climbing, and touring historic villages - there's something for everyone at Cape Lookout.
Ferry from Beaufort to Cape Lookout only runs in season. To visit in off-season, you need to drive over to Harker's island to catch the ferry there.
Carrot Island
Beaufort Historic Site
130 Turner StRent boards and Kayaks - Beaufort, North Carolina is one of the most scenic small towns on the East Coast, and Beaufort Paddle is ready to show you exactly why we call this area of the Crystal Coast home.
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Beaufort Paddle
424 Old Causeway RdRent boards and Kayaks - Beaufort, North Carolina is one of the most scenic small towns on the East Coast, and Beaufort Paddle is ready to show you exactly why we call this area of the Crystal Coast home.
Sinclair's Golf Cars
201 Campen RdRent golf carts by the day or week.