Things to Do with Kids in New Bern, NC

  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near New Bern, North Carolina, including 4 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Havelock.
  • From Neuse River Recreation to City of New Bern Aquatic Center, the New Bern area offers 51 different types of family activities, including: Historic Sites, Walking Trails, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • The charming city of New Bern is the second-oldest European-American colonial town in the state of North Carolina. Residents and visitors enjoy the areas rich heritage and frequent the local museums and building tours. Other points of interest include its appearance in literature, having been the picturesque setting of Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook.
  • TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near New Bern, North Carolina, including 4 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Havelock.
  • From Neuse River Recreation to City of New Bern Aquatic Center, the New Bern area offers 51 different types of family activities, including: Historic Sites, Walking Trails, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • The charming city of New Bern is the second-oldest European-American colonial town in the state of North Carolina. Residents and visitors enjoy the areas rich heritage and frequent the local museums and building tours. Other points of interest include its appearance in literature, having been the picturesque setting of Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook.
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33.8 Miles
97% 699 votes
National & State Parks PO Box 127, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1936, the Fort Macon State Park is the 3rd smallest state park in the state with its 389 acres and also the second most visited one with more than 1.3 million visitors each year.
33.8 Miles
97% 390 votes
National & State Parks PO Box 127, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 MoreLess Info
Located on a barrier island, Fort Macon offers access to water on three sides to the Atlantic Ocean, Beaufort Inlet and Bogue Sound. Starting in 1826, the fort's 26 vaulted rooms that allowed protection from attackers, as well as serving as a federal prison during the Spanish-American War.
33.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Family Fun Center 125 McGowan Road, Jacksonville, NC 28540 MoreLess Info
The main focus of Thirty Acres & a Mule Farm is the activity of gem panning for the entire family. Gems that have been found on site can be assessed by a a professional to see if they can be polished and cut.
33.9 Miles
40% 5 votes
Family Fun Center 120 Bridget Ln, Jacksonville, NC 28540 MoreLess Info
Recently remodeled, Skate Nation provides a roller skating rink that is open to the public. The rink features glow in the dark walls, rotating lights, an arcade area, and a snack bar.
33.9 Miles
- 2 votes
Skating Rinks 120 Bridget Ln, Jacksonville, NC 28540 MoreLess Info
Wheels Roller Skating Rink is a public indoor rink that is open year round. They offer roller skating sessions for the public as well as speed skating and rent out the facility for parties and corporate events.
34.3 Miles
71% 21 votes
Water Parks 2602 W. Vernon Avenue, Kinston, NC 28504 MoreLess Info
A water park featuring attractions suitable for all ages, Lion's Water Adventure features a lazy river, a kiddie lagoon, and three different water slides. The park offers a variety of party packages, as well.
34.4 Miles
94% 72 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 101 Pivers Island Road (admin office), Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
Famous for its wild horses, the Rachel Carson Reserve is an island reserve located off of the coast of Beaufort, North Carolina. Ferry access is available for those who do not have private aquatic transportation.
34.4 Miles
83% 6 votes
Historic Sites 2612 West Vernon Avenue, Kinston, NC 28504 MoreLess Info
With the region's history stretching from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War, CSS Neuse & Gov. Caswell Memorial features the remains of a Confederate naval vessel. Visitors can receive a guided tour of the remnants from a staff member.
34.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 5184 Corey Road, Greenville, NC 28590 MoreLess Info
Situated on 92 acres, H. Boyd Lee Park features a 17,000-square-foot recreation center along with softball and cricket fields. The park also provides a children's playground, picnic facilities, a barbeque grill, an exercise station and walking trails.
34.5 Miles
89% 112 votes
Visitor Centers 130 Turner St., Beaufort, NC MoreLess Info
The nine-building campus of the Beaufort Historic Site gives visitors a glimpse into what life was like for North Carolinians during the 18th and 19th centuries. The Site feaures costumed staff, immaculately restored buildings, beautiful artworks and charming antique furniture.
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