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2026 Oriental Activities Guide

Marina Vista Retreat

Escape to the waterfront community of Fairfield Harbour in New Bern! This thoughtfully designed 3BR townhouse offers alluring marina vistas from every floor. Appreciate complimentary access to Wyndham’s resort-style amenities, including the pool...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Latham Whitehurst Nature Park

Latham Whitehurst Nature Park is one of the newest parks in Craven County, and was first opened to visitors and locals alike in 2011. Located in a quiet eastern section of the town of New Bern, the park is a popular destination for wildlife fans of...

Brand New Studio in a quiet neighborhood...

Located in a rather neighborhood in New Bern, appreciate what this 1-bedroom studio has to offer. Awe inspiring Architecture with “1 of a kind” kitchen. Trust me… you have never seen anything like it. You’ve seen the rest, now stay at the...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Pinecliff Recreational Area

The Pine Cliff Recreation Area can certainly serve as a lovely picnic venue, a wide open area to take the pets out for a well-deserved walk, or simply a scenic locale to take a mile hike through sections of the Croatan National Forest.

Charming New Bern Log Cabin - Pets Welco...

You don’t need to leave modern life behind to appreciate the natural beauty of North Carolina’s central coast. This darling 1-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental cabin in New Bern is equipped with a full kitchen, a Intelligent TV, and a bunk bed for...

  • New Bern
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Birthplace of Pepsi

First time visitors should note not to ask for a Coke in the Inner Banks town of New Bern. The community has a proud history as the Birthplace of Pepsi Cola, and this claim to fame is celebrated at a number of locales around downtown, including the...

2-Bedroom Loft near Downtown New Bern

Escape to a peaceful getaway at Waterwood Townhouses in New Bern. This striking loft accommodates up to 8 guests and features a comfortable living room, a full kitchen, a fireplace, and a washer & dryer. Elevated on stilts with a private entrance...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Oriental History

What we now know as Oriental was first settled about 1870 by Louis B. Midyette. He took shelter in the area's natural harbor on the Neuse River and the mouth of Smith Creek when he was blown off course on his way to New Bern.

Oriental Harbor Marina

The Oriental Harbor Marina, located at the mouth of the wide open Neuse River, is a paradise for local boat lovers or mariners just passing through along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

Pecan Grove Marina

The Pecan Grove Marina stands out among the marinas and boat slips that veritably overrun the small town of Oriental for three distinctive reasons: location, location, location. Set slightly inland from mile marker 182 along the Intracoastal...

Oriental Hisory Museum

The Oriental History Museum is one of Oriental's "newest" attractions, and since opening its storefront doors less than a decade ago, the museum has welcomed thousands of visitors in search of an inside-look of Oriental's celebrated maritime...

Lou Mac Park

The Lou Mac Park, although easily one of Oriental's smallest parks, is also one of its prettiest and most inviting for water lovers of all varieties, locals and visitors alike. Located on the corner of Freemason St. and South Avenue, this park has...

Old theater

Visitors can get a taste of Oriental's small but thriving art scene with a visit to The Old Theater, a stark white and impressively large two-story building located on the corner of Broad and Church Streets. Showcasing a number of performances...