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2026 New Bern History Guide

1 Mi to Historic District! Family Home i...

Close to Walmart & Eateries | Sizable Yard | 2,400 Sq FtFind your home away from home at this New Bern vacation rental! Set on a relaxing street and just a short drive to top attractions, the 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features multiple living areas...

  • New Bern
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Oriental, NC

Many locals attest that Oriental is a "contagious destination," where vehicular travelers via the two lane US 55, or maritime travelers along the Neuse River or Pamlico Sound, tend to stop by for a night or two, and end up sticking around for an...

A Beautifully Balanced Bungalow!

Welcome to the attractively balanced bungalow. Blending the ideal balance of character and appeal, with modern day amenities. Savor some sweet tea on the front porch swing, cuddle up after a day of touring historical New Bern and watch your...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Kidsville at Seth West Parrot Park

New Bern’s youngest visitors will have an amazing time discovering all the ways to have fun at Kidsville – one of the most enticing attractions within the expansive Seth West Parrot Park.

Love Nest on the Neuse in the heart of h...

Escape to this calming studio in beautiful New Bern. This comfortable getaway offers a peaceful ambiance for guests to relax and relax. With essential amenities, King size memory foam bed, WiFi, mini frig, microwave , Keurig and hair dryer. Your...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
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,'...

Water access tiny cabin, kayaks, dock, f...

Plenty to appreciate in a beautiful setting. You must be able to climb ladders to access sleeping lofts. 1 queen & 2 twin beds. Cabin has in-room full bath with toilet, sink and full size hot water shower. Bathroom is divided by a privacy curtain...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
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.

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.