Deron's Guidebook
Sightseeing
This is pretty much a must! It’s nothing too crazy, but it’s cool to visit, learn about the history—and of course have a Pepsi
38 locals recommend
Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola
256 Middle StThis is pretty much a must! It’s nothing too crazy, but it’s cool to visit, learn about the history—and of course have a Pepsi
If you haven’t realized from the rest of the guidebook, Middle Street is where most of the best food and drink spots are. However, there are some pretty good sights there too. New Bern is rich in history and still maintains that small-town look and feel.
Middle Street
Middle StreetIf you haven’t realized from the rest of the guidebook, Middle Street is where most of the best food and drink spots are. However, there are some pretty good sights there too. New Bern is rich in history and still maintains that small-town look and feel.
Tyron Palace, formally called Governor’s Palace was the official residence and administrative HQ of the British governors of NC. It’s a great piece of history and offers amazing tours. Just google “Tyron Palace, NC” to schedule a tour.
76 locals recommend
Governor's Palace | Tryon Palace
529 S Front StTyron Palace, formally called Governor’s Palace was the official residence and administrative HQ of the British governors of NC. It’s a great piece of history and offers amazing tours. Just google “Tyron Palace, NC” to schedule a tour.
Very quaint little park just outside downtown New Bern. Aside from the aesthetics, there is a nice walking trail all along the waterfront.
43 locals recommend
Union Point Park
210 E Front StVery quaint little park just outside downtown New Bern. Aside from the aesthetics, there is a nice walking trail all along the waterfront.
Food scene
Cypress Hall
219 Middle StGreat food and great drinks! A little pricy, but worth it!
Pretty much the only place to get brunch. Food is great!
32 locals recommend
Baker's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery
227 Middle StPretty much the only place to get brunch. Food is great!
This place has great food! A little pricy, but it’s worth it to partake in a nice meal on their waterfront patio.
49 locals recommend
Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant
100 Pollock StreetThis place has great food! A little pricy, but it’s worth it to partake in a nice meal on their waterfront patio.
This place has the best alfredo! Be sure to get it with blackened shrimp and scallops! If seafood is your thing, this is where you want to be!
42 locals recommend
Mj's Raw Bar and Grille
216 Middle StThis place has the best alfredo! Be sure to get it with blackened shrimp and scallops! If seafood is your thing, this is where you want to be!
Bar Scene
This place is pretty low-key. There is usually live music, a large courtyard area to play bags, and a great selection of beers.
9 locals recommend
Tap That Craft Beer and Wine Bar
901B Pollock StThis place is pretty low-key. There is usually live music, a large courtyard area to play bags, and a great selection of beers.
Beaches
Atlantic Beach is in Morehead City, about 45 minutes away from my house. It’s a nice beach with a few bars and  restaurants within walking distance. Be warned, finding parking is a bit difficult depending on when you go.
81 locals recommend
Atlantic Beach
Atlantic Beach is in Morehead City, about 45 minutes away from my house. It’s a nice beach with a few bars and  restaurants within walking distance. Be warned, finding parking is a bit difficult depending on when you go.
Emerald Isle is about an hour away, it’s a really nice beach with some good places to fish and eat, in some cases at the same place!
27 locals recommend
Emerald Isle Beach
Emerald Isle is about an hour away, it’s a really nice beach with some good places to fish and eat, in some cases at the same place!