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2026 Oriental Activities Guide

Charming 2-bedroom townhome in delightfu...

Home away from home. Escape to this townhome in beautiful New Bern. This impressive rental features 2 bedrooms with a queen and full bed, 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer, and essential amenities like AC, heating, WiFi, and a washing machine and...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Washington, NC History

Explored in the late 1500s it was finally settled in 1690. James Bonner started the town on his own farm in the 1770s. After serving in the Continental Army, Bonner returned home and in 1776 renamed his town, originally called ''Forks of the Tar,'...

New Bern Vacation Rental: Close to Neuse...

Unwind with a family getaway in historic New Bern, NC, at this impressive 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental! Located near top attractions, like the Birthplace of Pepsi Cola and Tyron Palace in downtown New Bern, as well as plenty of outdoor...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Havelock Tourist and Event Center

The Havelock Tourist & Event Center and Marine Corps Aviation Exhibit, located just off of US 70 and close to the Havelock Chamber of Commerce is a must-stop for travelers who are new to this region of the Inner Banks. Stocked with military...

New Bern House w/ Gas Grill Near Neuse R...

Feel the southern appeal of New Bern, North Carolina, with a stay at this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home! This vacation rental is located near the Neuse River, accepting you to indulge in water activities with ease. In the morning, prepare a cup...

  • New Bern
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The 7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2026

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh...

Charming, fully renovated  1915 house in...

Welcome to this impressive, completely restored historic home in New Bern. This marvelous property features a sizable master bedroom with a king size bed, an refreshed bathroom with a walk-in shower, a entirely equipped eat-in kitchen with all new...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Belhaven, NC

The little town of Belhaven may be a blink-and-you'll-miss-it town, but Eastern North Carolina visitors who decide to take the long way home along US Highway 264 will be rewarded with a visit to a picturesque waterfront town that is filled with...

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...

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...

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).