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2026 New Bern History Guide

The Oasis.3BR Entire unit with Private Y...

Welcome to The Oasis – A calming 1158 square foot, 1-story home with 3 bedrooms in New Bern is the ideal getaway for relaxation. The ideal spot for family & friends, you will appreciate this private getaway in New Bern!

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Oriental History

What we now know as Oriental was first settled about 1870 by Louis B. Midyette. He took shelter in the area's natural harbor on the Neuse River and the mouth of Smith Creek when he was blown off course on his way to New Bern.

Historic Heath House steps from the Neus...

Access the Neuse River via community park at the end of the block or discover Historic Downtown (1 mile). Use our tandem bicycle to get around or try paddle boarding or kayaking on the river. Ideal for singles, couples or families who want to relax...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Bath, NC History

European settlement near the Pamlico River in the 1690's led to the creation of Bath, North Carolina's first town, in 1705. The town's location seemed ideal with easy access to the river and the Atlantic Ocean 50 miles away--at Ocracoke Inlet.

Harbourside Hideaway

Come kick back and savor a calming hideaway in this 1-bedroom studio apartment. This property is located in the community of Fairfield Harbour. With purchase of a day pass, this resort-like community offers an indoor and outdoor community pool, hot...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Belhaven, NC History

Originally named Jack's Neck, Belhaven was once a bustling industrial town with a half-dozen lumber companies and a branch of the Norfolk and Southern Railroad.

Unit A | Historic New Bern Stay!

Feel Victorian appeal in this restored 1880s New Bern apartment. This 2BR, 1BA unit offers antique furnishings, modern amenities, WiFi, in-unit laundry, Intelligent TV, a private porch, and more. Savor the Birthplace of Pepsi or the Governor’s...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Washington, NC History

Explored in the late 1500s it was finally settled in 1690. James Bonner started the town on his own farm in the 1770s. After serving in the Continental Army, Bonner returned home and in 1776 renamed his town, originally called ''Forks of the Tar,'...

Jarvis Mansion

The Jarvis Mansion is a small and hard-to-find bed and breakfast located along a quiet portion of New Bern's main Pollock Street, just a block or so away from the scenic waterfront. The historic two-story white home, built around the turn of the...

New Bern Firemans Museum

The New Bern Fire Department began as a fraternal organization and was originally called the "Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company," and was the first chartered fire department in the state of North Carolina. This original company became inactive...

The impressively grand Tryon Palace is easily one of New Bern's most famous local attractions. With a central location on the outer edges of downtown, and bordering acres of riverfront, this historical recreation of a late 1700s governor's palace...

The Attmore-Oliver House is a unique destination on a historic Downtown New Bern walking tour, and is a stately 1790 home that has been transformed into a small museum, as well as the home base of the New Bern Historical Society administrative...

A tempting spot for both art lovers and history buffs, the Bank of the Arts is an eye-catching site in downtown New Bern that’s as renowned for its impressive façade as it is for its wealth of ever-changing attractions and activities.

Situated in the heart of the downtown New Bern region, the Cedar Grove Cemetery is a local landmark that’s a popular spot on many historical or even ghost-themed walking tours that wind through the downtown streets.

The Greenwood Cemetery may be an often overlooked landmark in the historic town of New Bern, but it’s a unique and historic destination that has a collection of stories all its own.

The John Wright Stanly House is a unique stop along a historic New Bern exploration, and is a stately 1780s home that was designed by the same architect who created Tryon Palace, found just a block or two away.

Located just four blocks away from Tryon Palace in the heart of Historic Downtown New Bern, the New Bern Academy Museum presents a unique peek into the often tumultuous history of this small North Carolina town.

Located on the outskirts of the historic downtown area, the New Bern Battlefield Park is a unique destination that served as the site of one of the largest battles in the Craven County area during the Civil War.

Visitors exploring downtown New Bern can’t help but notice the impressive City hall which looms over the city landscape. This unmistakable landmark, which still serves as the home of local government offices, has a unique story and history...

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.