New Bern, NC

Travel Guide

Residential street in New Bern North Carolina, they are flying the United  States and New Bern Flags on the houses
Residential street in New Bern North Carolina, they are flying the United  States and New Bern Flags on the houses
My husbands grandmother worked in the Tryon Palace for many years. I love when a attraction goes so far as to be a time machine. The Tryon Palace does just that, all the employees are dressed in period clothing and in character. 

You will be truly transported back in time when you visit this lovely estate. Read my article for more information.

https://midlifemilestones.com/be-transported-back-to-the-1800s-at-the-tryon-palace/
Beautiful place on the river. Great hotel.
The birthplace of Pepsi was a really cute place! we liked that they took pride in preserving the history and buildings alike

Where to stay in New Bern

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New Bern Historic District

If you're spending some time in New Bern Historic District, New Bern Civic Theatre and Pepsi Museum are top sights worth seeing.

New Bern Historic District
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Riverside Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Riverside Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tryon Palace and New Bern Firemen's Museum.

Riverside Historic District
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Lawson Creek

While Lawson Creek isn't home to many top sights, Tryon Palace and North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lawson Creek
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Dryborough

While there might not be top attractions in Dryborough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tryon Palace and New Bern Civic Theatre.

Dryborough
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Ghent

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ghent and surrounding area, you can visit Tryon Palace and North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace.

Ghent
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Degraffenreid Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Degraffenreid Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tryon Palace and North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace.

Degraffenreid Historic District
Candlewood Suites New Bern by IHG

Candlewood Suites New Bern by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3465 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd New Bern NC
$86 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$97 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (807 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Candlewood Suites New Bern by IHG
BridgePointe Hotel & Marina

BridgePointe Hotel & Marina

2 out of 5
101 Howell Rd New Bern NC
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
$112 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New Bern. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Clean room/bathroom. Friendly staff. Great location. Nice river views.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

BridgePointe Hotel & Marina
Clarion Pointe New Bern

Clarion Pointe New Bern

2.5 out of 5
3455 Doctor MLK Jr. Blvd. New Bern NC
$100 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$112 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Bern. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (639 reviews)
Clean rooms … friendly staff . Conveniently located.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Clarion Pointe New Bern
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Drake's Cove - Waterfront Oasis

Drake's Cove - Waterfront Oasis

New Bern NC
Stay at this vacation home in New Bern. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Northwest Creek Marina and Latham-Whitehurst ...
10/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
The home was very nice and clean and exactly as advertised. The kitchen was very nice and the owners thought of everything. All cabinets and drawers were labeled making it very easy to locate anything we were looking for. We really enjoyed our stay and it was very clear to us that the host has gone ...

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Drake's Cove - Waterfront Oasis
Ferry Breeze Beach House – NC Coastal Escape

Ferry Breeze Beach House – NC Coastal Escape

2 out of 5
Minnesott Beach NC
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Arapahoe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pine Cliffs Recreation Area - Neusiok ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The house is very cute and the view is amazing. Check in and questions were easy. Hosts answered questions very fast and were easy to work with.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Ferry Breeze Beach House – NC Coastal Escape
Fantastic Oceanfront 4bd/2ba. 3 night min Spring/Fall and 10%-15% Discounts!

Fantastic Oceanfront 4bd/2ba. 3 night min Spring/Fall and 10%-15% Discounts!

Emerald Isle NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Emerald Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Flatwaters Paddling and 3rd Street ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
Dishwasher or ice make didn’t work.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Fantastic Oceanfront 4bd/2ba. 3 night min Spring/Fall and 10%-15% Discounts!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of New Bern

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
137
5 - Excellent 54%
4 - Good
98
4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
16
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Due to COVID-19 so our options were limited but New Bern seems like a quaint, quiet town with neat restaurants and boutiques. We have cause to and look forward to visiting again soon and have high hopes we will be able to do and see more.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great history.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

W have visited a number of times. Water scene is a draw.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Food/Restaurants were great.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful town!

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