Free & Cheap Things to Do in New Bern, NC

  • The list below includes 23 free or cheap things to do in or near New Bern, North Carolina, including 47 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Walking Trails, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Isaac Taylor Garden to New Bern Battlefield Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Bern and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Havelock.
  • The list below includes 23 free or cheap things to do in or near New Bern, North Carolina, including 47 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Walking Trails, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Isaac Taylor Garden to New Bern Battlefield Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Bern and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Havelock.
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29.7 Miles
96% 23 votes
Parks Highway 24,, Swansboro, NC MoreLess Info
Featuring T-shaped piers with benches and covered pavilions, Riverfront Park, Swansboro, NC offers visitors a view of White Oak River. The boardwalks have plaques that provide geographical information about the region.
29.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Marinas 106 Cedar Point Blvd, Swansboro, NC 28584 MoreLess Info
Featuring a parrot in its store, Dudley's Marina Inc has a facility with boat storage, docks, launch ramps, and more. The marina is located on the Crystal Coast and services a variety of boats.
30.0 Miles
96% 27 votes
Kayaking 160 Cedar Point Blvd., Swansboro, NC MoreLess Info
Located in Swansboro, North Carolina on the southern Outer Banks, Barrier Island Kayaks provides kayak rentals for sea kayaking enthusiasts. The facility offers guided tours and kayak instruction as well.
30.1 Miles
62% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 1000 Kalli Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28546 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a 12 screen movie theater that airs first run films at Carmike Patriot Cinemas 12. The theater features an auditorium with the BigD - Large Format Digital Experience.
30.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 461 Western Blvd, Ste 118, Jacksonville, NC 28546 MoreLess Info
Spirited Art offers an optimistic, creative painting class for persons who want to learn the basics of acrylic painting. Their classes provide step-by-step instruction on how to create individual masterpieces regardless of skill level.
30.4 Miles
40% 15 votes
Movie Theaters 350 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546 MoreLess Info
Carmike 16 is a local movie theater that shows the latest film releases to those who visit. Other amenities at the theater include a number of concessions, leather seating, and 3-D films.
30.4 Miles
80% 5 votes
Bowling 433 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28540 MoreLess Info
A 32-lane bowling center, Bowlarena Lanes offers open and league bowling with shoe and locker rentals. The center provides a pro shop, a game room, a bar with adult beverages, birthday party hosting and a smoking area.
30.7 Miles
100% 11 votes
Cocktail Lounge 325 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, NC MoreLess Info
From live karaoke to line dancing, Salt Ultra Lounge offers visitors a selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails. On weekends, visitors can see the local music scene perform on its stage.
30.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1572 Hammock Beach Road, Swansboro, NC 28584 MoreLess Info
For a nearly private and relaxing beachfront experience, visitors can take a ferry to Hammock's Beach State Park. There are warm natural tide pools, sand dunes, and overnight camping is allowed by special permit.
30.8 Miles
40% 5 votes
Movie Theaters 8700 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 MoreLess Info
Located on the southern Outer Banks, the newly renovated Emerald Plantation Cinemas screens first-run films in a setting with a home-town atmosphere. The theater boasts Dolby 5.1 sound, digital screenings and upgraded seating for comfort.
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