Guidebook: New Bern, NC and surrounding sights
Sightseeing
NC's first state capitol
529 S. Front Street, New Bern
Tryon Palace, originally known as the Governor's Palace, New Bern, was the official residence and administrative headquarters of the British governors of North Carolina from 1770 to 1775. Located in New Bern, the palace was often at the center of state occasions and royal hospitality. The residence was seized by rebel troops in 1775. Shortly after the state capital was relocated to Raleigh in 1792, the main building burned to the ground. A modern recreation faithful to the original architect's plans and some period appropriate support structures were erected on the site in the 1950s and opened to the public in 1959. The palace garden was also recreated, with 16 acres of plantings, representing three centuries of landscape and gardening heritage. Today, the palace is a state historic site.
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Gouverneurspalast | Tryon-Palast
529 S Front StNC's first state capitol
529 S. Front Street, New Bern
Tryon Palace, originally known as the Governor's Palace, New Bern, was the official residence and administrative headquarters of the British governors of North Carolina from 1770 to 1775. Located in New Bern, the palace was often at the center of state occasions and royal hospitality. The residence was seized by rebel troops in 1775. Shortly after the state capital was relocated to Raleigh in 1792, the main building burned to the ground. A modern recreation faithful to the original architect's plans and some period appropriate support structures were erected on the site in the 1950s and opened to the public in 1959. The palace garden was also recreated, with 16 acres of plantings, representing three centuries of landscape and gardening heritage. Today, the palace is a state historic site.
Enjoy a fountain Pepsi or browse the gifts and souvenirs!
256 Middle Street, New Bern
The Birthplace of Pepsi, is the actual site where Pepsi-Cola was first invented by Caleb Bradham in his pharmacy in 1898. Learn more about the history of its inventor and the early days of one of the world's favorite soft drinks.
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Geburtsort von Pepsi-Cola
256 Middle StEnjoy a fountain Pepsi or browse the gifts and souvenirs!
256 Middle Street, New Bern
The Birthplace of Pepsi, is the actual site where Pepsi-Cola was first invented by Caleb Bradham in his pharmacy in 1898. Learn more about the history of its inventor and the early days of one of the world's favorite soft drinks.
An iconic hardware store in downtown New Bern that dates to the 1800s. It attracts customers from around the world with its unique items and old-time feel.
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Mitchell Hardware
215 Craven StAn iconic hardware store in downtown New Bern that dates to the 1800s. It attracts customers from around the world with its unique items and old-time feel.
Visitor Center: 2303 E. Fort Macon Rd, Atlanta Beach, NC 28512
Construction of the fort that now stands began in 1826. The fort was garrisoned in 1834 and named after U.S. Senator Nathaniel Macon of North Carolina, who procured the funds to build the fort. A system of stone jetties was constructed in the 1840s to control erosion.
At the start of the Civil War, North Carolina seized Fort Macon. The Confederate force was later attacked in 1862, and the fort fell into Union hands once again. For the duration of the war, the harbor served as a coaling station for Union Navy ships.
Fort Macon was a federal prison from 1867 until 1876, garrisoned during the Spanish-American War and closed in 1903.
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Fort Macon State Park
2303 E Fort Macon RdVisitor Center: 2303 E. Fort Macon Rd, Atlanta Beach, NC 28512
Construction of the fort that now stands began in 1826. The fort was garrisoned in 1834 and named after U.S. Senator Nathaniel Macon of North Carolina, who procured the funds to build the fort. A system of stone jetties was constructed in the 1840s to control erosion.
At the start of the Civil War, North Carolina seized Fort Macon. The Confederate force was later attacked in 1862, and the fort fell into Union hands once again. For the duration of the war, the harbor served as a coaling station for Union Navy ships.
Fort Macon was a federal prison from 1867 until 1876, garrisoned during the Spanish-American War and closed in 1903.
Ghost Walk of New Bern
246 Middle StPurchase tickets at the Black Cat Shoppe (246 Middle Street)
Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm
420 Broad Street, New Bern
252-636-4087
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New Bern Firemen's Museum
420 Broad StMonday-Saturday 10am-4pm
420 Broad Street, New Bern
252-636-4087
1-hour drive from New Bern; fun day trip for the kids!
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North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
1 Roosevelt Blvd1-hour drive from New Bern; fun day trip for the kids!
Oriental
35-minutes from New Bern, Oriental is a fun day trip.
50-minutes from New Bern, historic Beaufort is beautiful and worth the drive!
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Beaufort Historic Site
130 Turner St50-minutes from New Bern, historic Beaufort is beautiful and worth the drive!
his six acre site is surrounded by water, and is located at the point where the Neuse and Trent Rivers meet, creating an easy-going atmosphere with an incredible, waterfront backdrop. Acres of grassy terrain are dotted with wooden benches, picnic tables, and grills, allowing any visitor to take a quick and comfortable break overlooking the rivers, or enjoy a scenic waterfront barbecue.
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Union Point Park
210 E Front Sthis six acre site is surrounded by water, and is located at the point where the Neuse and Trent Rivers meet, creating an easy-going atmosphere with an incredible, waterfront backdrop. Acres of grassy terrain are dotted with wooden benches, picnic tables, and grills, allowing any visitor to take a quick and comfortable break overlooking the rivers, or enjoy a scenic waterfront barbecue.
Kidsville Playground
1225 Pinetree DrTo let the kids burn some energy...!
The most famous fossil site in North Carolina is a huge marl pit near Aurora in Beaufort County, famous for huge shark teeth. Other fossils here include sea shells, sand dollars and sea urchins, coral, fish material and large mammal bone such as whale and seal vertebra. The Aurora Fossil Museum is located at 400 Main Street in Aurora, NC and showcases the area's fossils.
Aurora
The most famous fossil site in North Carolina is a huge marl pit near Aurora in Beaufort County, famous for huge shark teeth. Other fossils here include sea shells, sand dollars and sea urchins, coral, fish material and large mammal bone such as whale and seal vertebra. The Aurora Fossil Museum is located at 400 Main Street in Aurora, NC and showcases the area's fossils.
Emerald Isle
One hour's drive from New Bern! Great day trip.
You can literally walk in the footsteps of young Confederate and Union soldiers who were here on that fateful day: March 14, 1862.
Address: 300 Battlefield Parkway, New Bern, NC 28560
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New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park
300 Battlefield TrailYou can literally walk in the footsteps of young Confederate and Union soldiers who were here on that fateful day: March 14, 1862.
Address: 300 Battlefield Parkway, New Bern, NC 28560
Farmer's Market
421 S Front StOpen Saturdays year-round 8am-2pm
Island Creek Forest Walk Trail is a 2.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Pollocksville that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October.
Island Creek Walk - Croatan National Forest Hiking Trail
Island Creek RoadIsland Creek Forest Walk Trail is a 2.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Pollocksville that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October.
Load the trunk with some digging tools, gloves, and a bag to tote home your treasures – and have a ball digging for fossils from the Miocene Epoch from the Neogene Period (ranging from about 23 million years ago to five million years ago). The Aurora Fossil Museum is located at 400 Main Street, Aurora, NC
Aurora
Load the trunk with some digging tools, gloves, and a bag to tote home your treasures – and have a ball digging for fossils from the Miocene Epoch from the Neogene Period (ranging from about 23 million years ago to five million years ago). The Aurora Fossil Museum is located at 400 Main Street, Aurora, NC
Take a 15-minute ferry ride from Beaufort over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford Banks. This free-roaming herd is believed to have descended from horses that were brought here roughly 400 years ago, and still survives as one of the last isolated groups of wild horses in the United States.
https://shacklefordwildhorseandshellingsafari.com/wild-horse-shelling-safari/
Shackleford Wild Horse and Shelling Safari
600 Front StreetTake a 15-minute ferry ride from Beaufort over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford Banks. This free-roaming herd is believed to have descended from horses that were brought here roughly 400 years ago, and still survives as one of the last isolated groups of wild horses in the United States.
https://shacklefordwildhorseandshellingsafari.com/wild-horse-shelling-safari/
The Beaufort museum is the repository for artifacts from Blackbeard’s wrecked flagship, Queen Anne’s Revenge, among them cannons, grenades, belt buckles and beads. The Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center teaches boatbuilding for all ages.
315 Front St, Beaufort, NC
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun Closed
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North Carolina Maritime Museum
315 Front StThe Beaufort museum is the repository for artifacts from Blackbeard’s wrecked flagship, Queen Anne’s Revenge, among them cannons, grenades, belt buckles and beads. The Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center teaches boatbuilding for all ages.
315 Front St, Beaufort, NC
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun Closed
Mother Earth Brewing (Tap Room and Tours)
www.motherearthbrewing.com
311 N Herritage St, Kinston, NC
(252) 208-2437
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Mother Earth Brewing LLC
311 N Herritage StMother Earth Brewing (Tap Room and Tours)
www.motherearthbrewing.com
311 N Herritage St, Kinston, NC
(252) 208-2437
Tuesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
CSS Neuse was a steam-powered ironclad ram of the Confederate States Navy that served in the latter part the American Civil War and was eventually scuttled to avoid
capture by rapidly advancing Union Army forces. In the early 1960s, she produced approximately 15,000 artifacts from her raised lower hull, the largest number ever found on a recovered Confederate vessel
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CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center
100 N Queen StTuesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
CSS Neuse was a steam-powered ironclad ram of the Confederate States Navy that served in the latter part the American Civil War and was eventually scuttled to avoid
capture by rapidly advancing Union Army forces. In the early 1960s, she produced approximately 15,000 artifacts from her raised lower hull, the largest number ever found on a recovered Confederate vessel
Tour-goers will hop aboard the aptly named “Revenge” which is docked along Front Street to start their adventure and, depending on the tour or charter type, will be treated to a wild adventure filled with local legends, water cannons, and a live pirate show. As the action heats up, kids and adults will take part in the story, and protect the vessel from invaders trying to steal the onboard treasure. All the adventure takes place on the 40’ ft. long replica ship that will transport visitors back in time to the days when Blackbeard himself frequented the small town of Beaufort. Fascinating and fun throughout every trip, this unique excursion is sure to be a favorite Crystal Coast adventure for visitors of all ages, and especially the youngest buccaneers in the group.
http://www.beaufortpiratesrevenge.com/?utm_source=icwnet
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Beaufort Parasail
600 Front StTour-goers will hop aboard the aptly named “Revenge” which is docked along Front Street to start their adventure and, depending on the tour or charter type, will be treated to a wild adventure filled with local legends, water cannons, and a live pirate show. As the action heats up, kids and adults will take part in the story, and protect the vessel from invaders trying to steal the onboard treasure. All the adventure takes place on the 40’ ft. long replica ship that will transport visitors back in time to the days when Blackbeard himself frequented the small town of Beaufort. Fascinating and fun throughout every trip, this unique excursion is sure to be a favorite Crystal Coast adventure for visitors of all ages, and especially the youngest buccaneers in the group.
http://www.beaufortpiratesrevenge.com/?utm_source=icwnet
Rotating exhibits, events, and food.
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North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace
529 S Front StRotating exhibits, events, and food.
Lawson Creek Park
1309 Country Club RdA beautiful view of New Bern's waterfront
Island hop by taking the ferry to the Outer Banks' towns of Ocracoke and Hatteras. New Bern is a great jumping-off point to many awesome places to visit along NC's coast.
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Cedar Island Ferry Terminal station
3619 Cedar Island RdIsland hop by taking the ferry to the Outer Banks' towns of Ocracoke and Hatteras. New Bern is a great jumping-off point to many awesome places to visit along NC's coast.
The Brown Pelican
1017B Broad StLive music! Fun, friendly atmosphere.
Food scene
Mj's Raw Bar and Grille
216 Middle StAmazing fish and chips!
Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant
100 Pollock StreetDelicious waterfront dining!
Baker's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery
227 Middle StFun brunch spot!
The Chelsea resides in a building first used by Pepsi-Cola inventor, Caleb Bradham, and built in 1912. Original features include the pressed tin ceiling, mosaic tile floor, and transom windows.
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The Chelsea
335 Middle StThe Chelsea resides in a building first used by Pepsi-Cola inventor, Caleb Bradham, and built in 1912. Original features include the pressed tin ceiling, mosaic tile floor, and transom windows.
Great coffee, pastries, sandwiches, iced tea, & more!
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Bella's Cafe & Catering
323 Middle StGreat coffee, pastries, sandwiches, iced tea, & more!
Cow Cafe
319 Middle StTHE spot for ice cream!
Crema Brew
914 Broad StMy favorite espresso in town!
Morgan's Tavern & Grill
235 Craven StCypress Hall
219 Middle StCaptain Ratty's Seafood
202 Middle StNew Bern Mexican Bakery
1201 Pollock StCarolina Bagel Co & Deli
3601 Trent RdAmazing breakfast and lunch!
Amazing desserts and freshly baked bread.
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Famous Restaurant & Baking Company
2210 Neuse BlvdAmazing desserts and freshly baked bread.
Authentic Italian cuisine. We recommend calling ahead for a reservation as they quickly book up.
La Casetta
2503 Neuse BoulevardAuthentic Italian cuisine. We recommend calling ahead for a reservation as they quickly book up.
Tap That Craft Beer and Wine Bar
901B Pollock StNewest downtown restaurant.
OPENING HOURS
Monday - Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-8
Friday 10-8
Saturday 10-8
Sunday - 10-4
Lawson’s on the Creek
529 South Front StreetNewest downtown restaurant.
OPENING HOURS
Monday - Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-8
Friday 10-8
Saturday 10-8
Sunday - 10-4
Baxter's 1892
Piano bar with live music and superb cocktails
Kuma Sushi Bar
Gormet toasts, specialty coffee and teas, and delectable drinks, all a mere block from the Cottage.
The Old Pinnix
Gormet toasts, specialty coffee and teas, and delectable drinks, all a mere block from the Cottage.
Harry’s Blind Tiger
Food and drinks downtown
Tipps für Reisende
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New Bern Architectural Walking Tour
https://visitnewbern.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Architectural-Walking-Tour.pdf
The cottage sits on the property of the Coor-Cook (c. 1790) residence, which is featured in the New Bern Architectural Walking Tour.
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New Bern Self-Guided Tours
Civil War Tour
African American Tour
Bear Town Tour
Churches & Cemeteries Tour
Historic Homes Tour
Revolutionary War Tour
Spring Homes & Garden Tour
A Walk to Remember Tour
https://visitnewbern.com/self-guided-tours/
Mit Kindern reisen
Feed the ducks!
Kiddos love to feed the ducks at Union Point Park, to the right of the Marriot if you are facing the Neuse. They sell bird seed for 25 cents at that site.
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ATMs
Wells Fargo Bank- 401 S. Front Street
CashPoints ATM- 226 Pollock Street
First Citizens Bank- 305 Broad Street
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New Bern Historic Trolley Tours
New Bern Historic Trolley Tours departs from 610 Pollock St., across from the Tryon Palace Way Station. The narrated 90-minute tours explore the history and architecture of the former royal capital of North Carolina and include visits to the New Bern Academy Museum, Cedar Grove Cemetery and Christ Episcopal Church.
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The Cub House
223 Pollock Street, New Bern
Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM
Saturday-Sunday 10AM-4PM
Features two information kiosks to help visitors navigate their way around New Bern and find information on attractions and events. The Cub House also features public and handicap-accessible parking outside.
Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM
Saturday-Sunday 10AM-4PM
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Bicycle Rentals
1. Coastal Cycle Share - downtown New Bern bicycle rentals
Locations include:
∙ Freshwater Beer Company (904 Pollock Street)
∙ The Galley Store (300 E Front Street)
∙ Beary the Hatchet (504 S Front Street)
All bikes will come with the following features:
∙ 7-gear Shimano gearing with V-brakes.
∙ Front basket
∙ Safety Lights
∙ Phone Holder
All bikes can be rented through the Movatic app that allows patrons to sign the waiver electronically and pay with a credit card.
2. Flythe's Bike Shop
2411 Trent Rd, New Bern