Sites & Attractions
The area has a wide array of popular tourist attractions to visit. Explore the area to discover some of the best places in North Carolina.
AQUARIUM AT PINE KNOLL SHORES
1 Roosevelt Blvd
Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512
252-247-4003​​
(17 Miles From Home)
Journey from the mountains to the sea. Feel the spray of a mountain waterfall. Watch river otters play. Look a shark in the eye. Explore shipwrecks - without getting wet. See a rare white sea turtle. Over 3000 specimens of North Carolina's most colorful aquatic life.
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FORT MACON STATE PARK
2802 E Fort Macon Rd
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512​
252-726-3775
(15 Miles From Home)
​Located in Carteret County, Fort Macon State Park is centered on an impeccably restored pre-Civil War fort that offers daily guided tours and frequent cannon and musket demonstrations. Extensive exhibits educate visitors on fort history and the natural surroundings. The beach is perfect for swimming, beachcombing, or even spotting a dolphin or two. Trails traverse the salt marsh and dune fields and provide the opportunity to see one of the 300-plus species of birds found in the park.
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MARITIME MUSEUM
315 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
252-504-7740​
(7 Miles From Home)
Located in Beaufort, NC is open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Provides a history of coastal life and studies in marine life, science and ecology. Explore exhibits and artifacts from pirate Blackbeard Wrecked Flagship Queens Anne Revenge to lessons on boat building, lighthouses, the seafood industry and more.
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THE HISTORY MUSEUM OF CARTERT COUNTY
1008 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
252-247-7533
(10 Miles From Home)
The museum has a large collection of textiles, period clothing, furniture, military memorabilia, glassware and artwork representing Carteret County residents.
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CORE SOUND WATERFOWL MUSEUM AND HERITAGE CENTER
1785 Island Road
Harkers Island, NC 28531
252-728-1500
(15 Miles From Home)
​The museum houses the regions largest collection of decoys along with exhibitions of workboats, community history, commercial fishing, and wild life photography. (Hiking Trail and good place for bird photographs)
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HARKERS ISLAND CAPE LOOKOUT NATIONAL SEASHORE
131 Charles Street
Harkers Island, NC 28531
252-728-2250​
(15 Miles From Home)
Commercial fishing and boat building are still active industries for down east residents. Good area for touring and sport fishing. The Cape Lookout National Seashore Headquarters is located on Harkers Island. Nice Day Trip. Ferries available to Cape Lookout during the summer.​
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https://www.crystalcoastnc.org/communities/harkers-island/
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CEDAR ISLAND FERRY TERMINAL
3619 Cedar Island Rd
Cedar Island, NC 28520
252-463-7040
(34 Miles From Home)
​Ferries provide service from Cedar Island on the mainland of North Carolina to Ocracoke Island. Make sure you give yourself enough time for the excursion. Nice Day Trip. Black Beard the Pirate was killed here. Beware!!! "We are told his body swims at night looking for his head"
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ATLANTIC BEACH STATE PARK AND MINATURE GOLF
915 West Fort Macon Rd
Atlantic Beach, NC​ 28512
(13 Miles From Home)
Skate park is free and open daily from 9-9. (skaters and riders must wear helmets, elbow pads and knee pads)
There is also an 18-hole miniature golf course located at the Atlantic Beach Town Park.
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AB WATER SPORT ADVENTURES
612 Atlantic Beach Causeway
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
252-422-0520​
(12 Miles From Home)
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AB Watersports is Ranked #1 on TripAdvisor as one of the best Crystal Coast activities. A variety of fun for the whole family including Jet Ski rentals, boat rentals, kayaking, paddle boarding or island hopping on one of their guided Jet Ski tours.
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AB SURF SHOP
515 W Fort Macon Rd
Atlantic City Beach, NC 28512
252-726-9382​
(13 Miles From Home)
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AB Surf Shop is a family owned and operated business. It is the oldest surf shop in North Carolina. They carry a variety of clothing, shoes, accessories, surfboards and body boards.
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AB BOTTLE COMPANY
311 Atlantic Beach Cswy STE B
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
252-773-0038​​
(12 Miles From Home)
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AB Bottle Co is the premier location for the best selection of craft beer in Carteret County! In addition to their large selection of over 3000 beers they have a great selection of wine, seltzer and non-alcoholic choices available.
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Battle Works - Tactical Laser Tag
1010 West Fort Macon Rd Suite 10
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
252-515-1074​
(13 Miles From Home)
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Battle Works features an immersive combat experience filled with simulated electronic weapons, urban battlefields, and full bodied light and sound. Battleworks also offers Axe Throwing with 12 available lanes guaranteed to provide a fun night with family and friends.
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ATLANTIC STATION CINEMA
1010 West Fort Macon Rd
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
252-247-7016​​
(13 Miles From Home)
Online ticket purchases available for your movie options. Perfect venue for large groups.
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BEACHSIDE BIKE RENTALS
601-5 Atlantic Beach Causeway
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
252-646-2294​​
(13 Miles From Home)
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Located two blocks from the beach and offers plenty of parking for customers.
ATLANTIC BEACH BOAT RENTALS
601-5 Atlantic Beach Causeway
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
252-646-2294​​
(13 Miles From Home)
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The Crystal Coast of North Carolina is a place of magic and wonder, and there is no better way to explore it than by boat. Whether you are looking to explore Cape Lookout National Seashore (voted the best National Park beach), Fort Macon, or take a trip to Shackleford Banks to catch a glimpse of the wild horses, there is no better choice than Atlantic Beach Boat Rentals.
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