With over 150 historic landmarks including the magnificent Tryon Palace and The Birthplace of Pepsi, New Bern, NC is an ideal destination for those simply in search of fun or a glimpse into history . Here, in the second oldest city in North Carolina , the past meets the present and invites visitors to sample its richness.
During your stay at The Aerie, visit our museums, galleries, historic attractions, marinas, parks, historic homes and churches. Stroll through our downtown filled with specialty shops and restaurants, or enjoy an informative Trolley Tour or Carriage Ride.
Boaters, fishing enthusiasts and lovers of the outdoors have endless opportunities to explore including sailing or canoeing on our waterways of the Pamlico Sound and strolling along the banks of the Trent and Neuse Rivers. Enjoy golfing at one of the excellent championship courses, hiking in the 157,000-acre Croatan national forest, biking or spending a lazy afternoon in one of the sunny municipal parks.
Historic New Bern offers a variety of cultural, educational, recreational and historical attractions. Whether it’s a museum, an historical landmark, shopping,one of the annual special events or the great outdoors, there is something available for everyone.
610 Pollock Street , New Bern (252) 514-4900. Known in colonial times as one of the most beautiful public buildings in America, the elegant Georgian-style mansion served as both home of Royal Governor William Tryon and the capital of the Colony of North Carolina. Restored to its 18th-century glory, Tryon Palace is furnished with an outstanding collection of antiques and art while the grounds are devoted to extensive gardens. Don’t miss the John Wright Stanly House, the George W. Dixon House or the Robert Hay House included with admission.
New and Hancock Sts., New Bern (252) 514-4900. Founded in 1764 and built in 1809, New Bern Academy is the oldest public school building in North Carolina and one of the oldest in America. Exhibits on architecture, education and the Civil War (when it was used as a hospital).
510A Pollock Street, New Bern (252) 638-8558. The Attmore-Oliver House (c.1790) is the headquarters for the New Bern Historical Society, exhibits 18th- and 19th- century furniture and New Bern historical objects, including Civil War artifacts, and a unique doll collection.
(Trolley Tour) - 333 Middle Street, New Bern (252) 637-7316. Discover three centuries of history and architectural beauty in a 90-minute trolley car tour of historic New Bern. Professional guides will recount the fascinating details of this former royal capital of North Carolina.
256 Middle Street , New Bern (252) 636-5898. On this spot in his pharmacy, Caleb Bradham invented "Brad's Drink" in 1898, which he later patented as Pepsi-Cola. Today you can relax and enjoy a cold Pepsi-Cola at the recreated soda fountain and purchase memorabilia in the store that the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of New Bern opened on the 100 th Anniversary of the world-renowned drink.
408 Hancock Street , New Bern (252) 636-4087. The Fireman's Museum houses steam pumpers and an extensive collection of early fire-fighting equipment along with rare photographs, Civil War relics, and even the mounted head of Fire Horse Fred, who died answering a false alarm.
Havelock (252) 444-6400. The USMC Aviation Exhibit features the history of Marine Corps aviation. Restored aircraft, scaled models, historic photographs and artifacts are on display.
Cedar Grove Cemetery
Queen and George Sts., New Bern. Statuary and monuments beneath Spanish moss–draped trees from the earliest days of our nation, and the city's monument to its Confederate dead are here. The cemetery's main gate features a shell motif Legend has it that if it ''weeps'' on you as you enter, you'll be the next one carried through in a hearse.
1711 National Avenue , New Bern (252) 637-2912. Established in 1867 on the site of Union force military drills during the Civil War, visitors will find seemingly endless rows of white marble graves of the brave soldiers who fought and died for our country.
414 Pollock Street , New Bern (252) 633-0567. The New Bern Civic Theatre presents dramas, comedies, musicals and even performances in sign language. Call for a complete listing of performances and dates.
New Bern (252) 675-5360. Enjoy a daytime tour of New Bern's downtown and historic district or choose a romantic evening drive through town in a horse drawn carriage.
820 Aviation Dr. , New Bern (252) 636-0716. See New Bern from the air! Tradewind Aviation, based at Craven Regional Airport, offers reasonably priced 30-minute and one-hour tours for one to three passengers aboard a Cessna 172.
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