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2025 New Bern History Guide

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Come kick back and savor a calming hideaway in this 1-bedroom studio apartment. This property is located in the gated community of Fairfield Harbour; this resort-like community offers an indoor and outdoor community pool, hot tub/sauna, gym, tennis...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
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New Bern Battlefield Park

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.

301 on Hancock - One Bedroom Apartment, ...

301 on Hancock is the lower level of a duplex that was originally constructed in 1849. The property features all freshly refreshed amenities. Free: Wifi, Toiletries, and Coffee BarBedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Couch | Additional...

  • New Bern
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  • 1 Bathrooms
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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...

LOVELY WATERFRONT TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK, K...
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The Wacky Turtle is an refreshed, striking two story townhouse with it's own dock on a delightful canal. Bring your fishing rod! Tie up your skiff or modest fishing boat on your own dock. This gorgeous home is in a "Norman Rockwell" like community...

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

The small community of Bath hasn't changed that much since it was officially established in 1705, and locals and long-time visitors wouldn't have it any other way. The small town, barely over a square mile in area, hugs the waterfront of the Pamlico...

Historic Downtown Gem | Walk to Shops & ...
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???? Downtown Gem | Walk Everywhere | Fire Pit & BikesFeel the ideal blend of historic appeal and modern comfort in this charmingly restored 1895 home right in the heart of downtown New Bern. Higgins Downtown Depot offers exclusive access to the...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2025

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

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...

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...

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.