Location: New Bern
Top Things to do in New Bern
What to do and see in New Bern, North Carolina (NC): The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
New Bern /ˈnuːbərn/ is a city in Craven County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 29,524, which had risen to an estimated 30,242 as of 2013. It is the county seat of Craven County and the principal city of the New Bern Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in New Bern
1. Cruise The Neuse Boat Tours
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5.0 based on 178 reviews
Cruise the Neuse Boat Tours is a first class way to explore the New Bern waterfront during a 90-minute tour for 3-6 passengers. Our USCG licensed captain will narrate your journey or simply allow you to enjoy the serenity of the water while you view wildlife, shoreline and magnificent homes. You are welcome to bring drinks (including adult beverages) and snacks on all cruises. Sunset tours run each evening. Times vary so please call ahead.
2. Bear Towne Escape Room
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5.0 based on 157 reviews
An escape room is a live interactive game where you and your team have 60 minutes to solve a series of puzzles, riddles and find clues to solve a mystery. Great for friends or family night out, date night, proposals, birthdays as well corporate and team building excercises!
Reviewed By hazeleyes193
Kudos to Damien at Bear Town Escape! What fun! We had a great time with Deadly Die-agnosis. I was the only first-timer of my group. Everything was explained thoroughly, even the Covid regulations they were following. This was a great way to ease me into escape rooms. Just tough enough. So fun for our group. We can't wait to check out the other two experiences
3. Creekside Park
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By RussellW145 - North Carolina, United States
Our family has been enjoying Creekside park for 15 years, from when our children were little and played on the playgrounds to when they ran cross country, and played baseball for their schools. It's a large park, and a wide variety of activities can be enjoyed here. Locals schools play their team games here, including baseball, soccer, and cross country running. There are also tennis courts, disc golf, and docks for small boats on the river. Private parties may reserve covered picnic areas for functions. Multiple playing fields, and many playgrounds with a wide variety of pieces of equipment. Restrooms at the beginning, middle, and end of the park. Water bubblers. Spacious for walking. Great for all ages, and pets. Hours are posted at the entrance.
4. North Carolina History Center - Tryon Palace
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4.5 based on 901 reviews
Colonial Governors ruled, legislators debated, patriots gathered and George Washington danced. At Tryon Palace, where British rule once flourished, American independence took root and the state of North Carolina was born. Here you can still experience the adventure of North Carolina’s earliest beginnings and a living history like no other. Guided tours, live re-enactments and conversations with costumed interpreters from centuries past bring history to life in vivid detail at the Governor’s Palace, Gardens and Historic Homes. And, at the new high-tech North Carolina History Center, interactive games and hands-on exhibits delight visitors young and old. Whether you’re exploring one of our riverside gardens or sharpening your skills as a quilter, printer, ship’s captain or blacksmith, there are endless opportunities for making cherished family memories at Tryon Palace.
Reviewed By gwkelley - Raleigh, United States
We bought the ticket that included tours, garden and multiple locations. Beautiful grounds, passionate employees who honor the property and enjoy sharing their knowledge to the visitors. I would recommend planning 3 hours to tour, walk, and discover New Bern’s history.
5. New Bern Tours & Convention Services
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Discover three centuries of history and architectural beauty on a 90 minute comprehensive trolley tour of historic downtown New Bern. Relax while your professional New Bern Tours guide recounts fascinating details of this former royal capital and will leave you enchanted by the city's unique charm.
6. New Bern Historical Society Civil War Battlefield Park
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
The New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park, site of the Battle of New Bern, is comprised of over 30 acres in near pristine condition, unmarked by development or agriculture. The “redans” or fighting positions remain as they were a century and a half ago. You can literally walk in the footsteps of young Confederate and Union soldiers who were here on that fateful day: March 14, 1862. The Gateway Plaza leads to a unique 24 foot diameter color ground map and signage that provides an overview of the battle and a starting point for tours. Around the Visitors Center and along the battlefield trails are arrayed 36 informative and well-designed interpretive panels that tell the Battle of New Bern and the impact of the Civil War in great detail. The Visitors Center Pavilion is handicap accessible; the trails leading to the redans are gravel and mulch. The Park, which is unstaffed, is open dawn to dusk 365 days a year. Guided tours by volunteer Battlefield Guides are available for only $5 per person and can be arranged by calling the New Bern Historical Society at 252.638.8558 (preferably at least 48 hrs in advance if possible). Only 5 miles from historic downtown New Bern, the battlefield is a perfect spot for history buffs, nature lovers, families, and dog walkers.
Reviewed By sunsetbeachgal - Ocean Isle Beach, United States
If you are a Civil war buff, as we are, this site is a hidden gem. Although there is no visitor center, there are a number of very good plaques that tell the story of the battle of New Bern and the human story of slavery in this area. There are well marked hiking/walking trails where you can visualize what took place in the battle. We are so glad we incorporated a visit into our New Bern touring.
7. Kidsville Playground
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By SarahS233 - Spring Hill, United States
The kids LOVED this playground, so much to do for all ages of kids - enough for little ones to do up to the tweens who still enjoy monkey bars and swings. The castle, different climbing elements, tire swing, slides, see-saw, sand digging pit, too much to name, but all the equipment was extremely safe. Happened upon this park as we were passing through town, if we lived closer we would be there often!
8. Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola
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4.0 based on 966 reviews
This soda fountain and Pepsi gift shop is located at the same site where the first Pepsi drink was invented.
Reviewed By lawdawgx50 - Winfall, United States
Great place to visit, interesting facts found out about the making of the original Pepsi. Easy quick stop.
9. Dragonfly Boat Tours
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
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