New Bern...Our charming city is a diamond in North Carolina's rich cultural history. The second oldest town in the state, New Bern rests at the confluence of the beautiful Neuse and Trent Rivers, where residents and visitors are a stone's throw from quaint specialty shops, historical museums, stately marinas, championship golf courses, and a 157,000-acre national forest
Historical Sites...New Bern is home to over 150 historical landmarks, some dating back to the 18th century. From the magnificent Tryon Palace and Gardens to the Civil War Museum and the legendary Cedar Grove Cemetery, you'll delight in discovering the charms of the past around every corner
Climate...New Bern and the surrounding communities have a temperate climate, with mild winters and comfortable summers making it a haven for outdoor recreation enthusiasts
Location...Located in Craven County on Highway 70 East, New Bern is approximately 30 miles from North Carolina's panoramic Crystal Coast, Atlantic Beach, historic Beaufort, Emerald Isle, and Salter Path just a short drive away from relaxing river living in New Bern
Medical Facilities...Craven County Regional Medical Center and Cherry Point Naval Hospital are full-service medical facilities offering the most advanced medical treatment and technology available in Eastern North Carolina
Military Facilities...New Bern is convenient to Cherry Point Marine Air Station, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, and Camp Lejeune Marine Base
Shopping & Restaurants...New Bern is at once a shopper's paradise and a garden of culinary delights with its endless selection of malls, shopping centers, specialty shops, and restaurants. From antiques to the latest fashion, from international cuisine to the finest Down East barbeque, New Bern offers social and cultural activities catering to a variety of tastes and lifestyles
Places of Worship...Craven County hosts a number of churches and synagogues in which nearly every religious and spiritual interest is represented. Visitors will enjoy touring the architecturally distinctive historic churches located in downtown New Bern
Continuing Education...Craven Community College serves New Bern and the surrounding areas with an affordable curriculum of college transfer and adult continuing courses nearby Greenville, NC, is home to the renowned East Carolina University, which offers an extensive continuing education program to adults of all ages
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