Many visitors are aware that New Bern has a long and special history dating back to its founding in 1710 and serving as the original capitol of North Carolina, but vacationing here is not limited to history alone:

 

         A. Historical Attractions:

                    1. Tryon Palace and Gardens -  step back in time to an authentic

                     restoration of the original Governor's residence. The

                     meticulously reconstructed gardens are lovely to stroll

                     through, as well as additional historic buildings and structures.

 

                    2. Fireman's Museum - See how New Bern protected it's

                    treasures from fire.  Original hook and ladder engines and

                    many photographs chronicle this important community service.

         

                    3. New Bern Academy - Built between 1806 & 1810 as the

                    successor to the town's first academy, which was built on the

                    same site in 1766 and destroyed by fire during the 1790's.  It

                    was in continous use until 1972.  In 1764, the colonial

                    legislature ratied a bill authorizing the construction of a school

                    building here. This was the first in North Carolina

                    to be established by law.

 

          B. Golfing in The Greater New Bern Area:

                    The Emerald www.emeraldge.com

                    River Bend Country Club

                    Fairfield Harbor Golf Club

 

          C. Beaches: Area Beaces are within a short ride

                    1. Fort Macon Park - located on the Atlantic Ocean at The

                    Beaufort Inlet, the park boasts beautiful ocean frontage,

                    jetty  fishing and a restored Civil War earth walled fort.

 

                    2. Atlantic Beach - white sands, life guards and beach shops

                    and attractions.