Plan a visit to historical New Bern, North Carolina.  Watch history come to life in beautiful New Bern while enjoying the Carolinian Shakespeare Festival at night, and water-sports and the Tryon Palace during the day.  More info here.

Where to stay:

There are lovely Bed & Breakfast inns in New Bern.  Three of the best are within walking distance of the theatre are:

The Aerie at 509 Pollock St.

1(800)849-5553

Howard House at 207 Pollock St.

1(800)705-5261

It Must Be Heaven at 214 Pollock St.

(252)638-2237

Check out their websites!

What to see in New Bern:

     The New York Times sited New Bern NC as a town of historic beauty and an undiscovered treasure for tourists.

     Founded in 1710, New Bern was settled by Swiss and German adventurers led by Baron Christopher de Graffenried from Bern, Switzerland. Royal Governor William Tryon made this seaport the colonial capitol. His restored 18th-century capitol and residence, Tryon Palace, dominates a thirteen-acre garden complex that includes several historical landmarks in the heart of the city.

    A major port and trading center in the 1800's, New Bern was captured early during the Civil War and occupied by the Union Army after a fierce battle on March 14, 1862. New Bern has three historic districts with homes, stores, and churches dating as far back as the early 18th century. In fact, there are 36 individual listings and more than 150 sites included in the National Register of Historic Places.

    New Bern is served by the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, just minutes from downtown.  It is also served by the Trailways bus line.  For driving directions, click here.

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    When in town, be sure to visit Trent River Coffee Company at 208 Craven Street for some great coffee and a chat with Ed Ruiz.  Check out its website here.

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