- 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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Atlantic Beach's Wet-n-Wild Sport Fishing is a fishing charter service that offers guided fishing expeditions throughout North Carolina's coastal waters. The company offers half and full day trips, as well as a day-long Bahamas charter.
33.8 Miles
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.
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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.
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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
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
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.
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101 Pivers Island Road (admin office), Beaufort, NC 28516
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rich in the town's history and lore, the Beaufort Burying Ground contains the graves of many notable North Carolinians, especially those involved in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. The cemetery is now maintained by the Beaufort Historical Association.