There's a reason why the wild terrain of Bald Head Island and its surrounding islands remains distinctively wild, and the primary responsibility of retaining this native nature is in the hands of the local Bald Head Island Conservancy. Overseeing a...
Take a trip back in time and embark on an exploration of one of the East Coast’s oldest lighthouses with a visit to “Old Baldy,” or more formally, the Bald Head Island Lighthouse. Located on the western heart of Bald Head Island...
A tempting spot for both art lovers and history buffs, the Bank of the Arts is an eye-catching site in downtown New Bern that’s as renowned for its impressive façade as it is for its wealth of ever-changing attractions and activities.
Speakeasy themed craft cocktail & Bourbon bar located in Emerald Isle, NC.
Barrier Island Aviation offers scenic biplane rides, cessna air tours and charters. For those who wish to take the controls, they offer flight instruction and an FAA-approved flight simulator. Tour options include Roanoke Island, Historic Manteo...
Battle House is a mission-based laser tag center that takes the traditional laser tag game to the next level. Suitable for adults and older kids, as well as private and corporate parties, the facilities feature 10,000 square feet of...
Come check out Battle Works for a fun and entertaining experiences including axe throwing, laser tag, and nerf wars!
From beach umbrellas to beach-worthy bicycles, visitors can load up on everything they need with a quick visit to Beach Wheels Bike Rentals. Boasting a catchy motto of “Different Spokes for Different Folks,” and voted “Favorite...
Cruise through the Crystal Coast shoreline in style with a stop at Beachside Bikes. Offering a wealth of scooters and bike rides for the beach, this all-encompassing bike shop is the perfect destination to pick up a rental, (or a nice bike to take...
Enjoy a sumptuous morning or afternoon of fresh goodies, beautiful jewelry, and plenty of happy crafting at this enticing shop that offers an array of ways to have fun. Beads & Beans OBX is the ultimate destination for good coffee drinks, baked...
Bear Towne Escape Room offers three fun, themed escape room experiences in New Bern. Bear Towne's escape rooms are perfect for family, friends, corporate team building and date nights. The more your team communicates and works together, the closer...
From our Championship Golf Course and Clubhouse to The Pavilion with a resort-style pool, playground, volleyball court and gathering spaces, Beaufort Club offers resort living at its best. Couple that with nearby boutique shops and restaurants on...
Beaufort has distinctly regal roots, so it should come as no surprise that one of its most popular local tours is the English-style Double-Decker Bus Tour. Operated in conjunction with the Beaufort Historic Site, these tours take visitors back in...
There's a reason why Beaufort earned the title of the "Coolest Small Town in the USA" by national publication Budget Travel Magazine, and one of the driving forces behind this honor is Beaufort's dedicated preservation of its history, orchestrated...
Regardless of whether visitors are exploring the Beaufort Old Burying Ground via one of the area’s in-depth and fascinating tours, or simply passing by on a self-guided expedition of the historic Downtown area, the site is certainly worth a...
Beaufort is a community that’s best explored from the water, and paddlers of all skill levels can find an adventure or two in store through Beaufort Paddle. Located in between the towns of Beaufort and Morehead City, and conveniently found...
Beaufort Parasail offers parasailing adventures above the Crystal Coast. See the shoreline of Shackleford Banks and Carrot Island, aerial views of historic landmarks like Cape Lookout lighthouse and Fort Macon National Park, and observe marine life...
Take a walk on the wild side with a downtown adventure that’s commandeered by the fantastically fascinating Beaufort Pirate Walk. This tour company leads visitors through the streets of “American’s Best Small Town” on the...
Come join us for a "Stay-cation!" You just have to stay for a month, and we would be excited to have you.We are self-contained, isolated enough that you can feel just as safe and comfortable at your property as you can at home. We will be able to...
Beer Barrio is a chic Happy Hour destination in the heart of Downtown Wilmington that’s renowned for ice cold drinks, fresh cuisine, and an abundance of good times. A perfect stop for refueling after a lengthy downtown exploration, this cool...
When driving or strolling past the Bellamy Mansion, visitors are often transported back to a different time, when the Antebellum South was in full prestige, and Wilmington was a bustling, pre-Civil War port town. Located on Market Street, just...
Swansboro's Bicentennial Park may not be the grandest of most extensive park along the Crystal Coast's Inner Banks, but it is certainly one of its most scenic. Surrounded by the deep waters of the White Oak River and Swansboro Harbor, patrons to...
Choose from a variety of fishing trips on Big Bull Charters.
Spring and summertime visitors can take in a ballgame without ever leaving the Crystal Coast with a visit to the Big Rock Stadium. Also known as O’Neal Field, this stadium is home to the Morehead City Marlins – a local minor league team...
Bijou Park is a hidden gem of a "blink and you'll miss it" attraction in Wilmington, and is a perfect spot for weary shoppers and strollers to find a quiet bench, stretch out their legs, and relax. Located in a rare gap in between downtown buildings...
Anglers can embark on a full-steam ahead adventure with a ride onboard the Bill Collector - an inshore and offshore charter boat service that launches from Morehead City. Commandeered by Capt. Stephen Draughon, a local with more than 25 years of...
Given the small size and relative isolation of Hatteras Island, it's hard to image that the small collection of towns can accommodate just about anyone, including and especially high flyers who visit the Outer Banks by airplane. But surprisingly...
Billy Ray’s Family Restaurant is a unique destination that attracts sports fans and southern cooking fans alike. Located in a busy but more local section of Carolina Beach Road, this relatively new eatery serves up big plates, cold drinks, and...
Captain Tim has over 20 years of fishing experience in the waters off the Outer Banks. His focus is on providing exceptional fishing experiences for first time anglers to the more seasoned pros. He provides great opportunities for families with...
BlackBird Guide Services provides inshore and nearshore fishing charters with the goal of providing a trip that you will never forget. Whether you are a first timer looking to catch your first saltwater fish or you are an experienced fly angler...
Vacationers can enjoy a world of on-the-water fun through the accommodating and centrally located Blockade Runner Soundside Rentals. Situated on the edge of the popular Blockade Runner Beach Resort, and close to both the wide waters of the Banks...
Artists and art aficionados can happily combine and celebrate the local arts scene at Blu Sail Gallery, Artists' School & Pottery Studio. This all-encompassing stop for creative minds offers a wealth of classes, framing services, camps, and even...
Enjoy a cold drink and an easy-going atmosphere on the edge of the water at this destination that has been a favorite local hangout for more than 30 years. Situated along Colington Road in a mainly residential corner of the central Outer Banks, Blue...
Blue Life Charters stands out as your premier provider of private boat tours in Charleston, SC, blending family ownership with expert operation. We take immense pride in delivering a luxury yacht experience without the accompanying luxury price tag.
Oak Island visitors will find plenty of water in every direction to explore, and new adventures can start with a visit to the centrally located Blue Planet Watersports. Found just inland of the Oak Island shoreline, this all-encompassing watersports...
Bob's Bait and Tackle located in Downtown Duck, is your one-stop shop for all your fishing needs. Not only do they offer personalized, attentive service, but also a huge selection of rods, reels, lures and tackle. Bob's Bait and Tackle has been in...
Visitors can enjoy a decadent taste of the North Carolina golfing scene without venturing too far from the Crystal Coast shoreline or the historic communities of Beaufort and Morehead City with a visit to the slightly inland Brandywine Bay Golf...
Anglers who want to explore all the waters of the Crystal Coast and beyond can book a fantastic inshore, nearshore, or even offshore charter trip with the experts at BreakDay Charters. Helmed by Captain Justin Ragsdale, and targeting the waters that...
The Cape Fear area is known for its exceptional and purely scenic golf courses, and the brilliant views and challenging field-of-play at the Brick Landing Plantation Golf Club is certainly no exception. Located just inland of the Oak Island...
A full service fishing marina and ship's store.
Wilmington is known for its rich history, and its’ incredible theater and entertainment scene, and the acclaimed Brooklyn Arts Center combines these two enticing attributes. Featuring a rotating line-up of shows, theater productions, and other...
Beer lovers will find they have a home away from home when they take a trip to Brütopia – a cool little shop and tavern that features a wealth of local, regional, and worldly brews on tap. With an assortment of brews that are always...
The Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens is the oldest and largest historic site in downtown Wilmington. They’re eight colonial structures left in Wilmington, four on are the property. Three ballast stone buildings, circa 1744, once the city...
Visitors who have always dreamed of taking a lazy horseback ride along the beach can cross this experience off their bucket list through the professional guidance of Buxton Stables. Located in the heart of Hatteras Island, and offering a wide array...
The waterfront Cahooque Creek Recreation Site, located at the very corner where the Hancock and Cahoogue rivers meet up with the expansive Neuse River, is a water and boat lover's dream destination. With easy access to all three of these rivers, in...
Though it’s located in a fairly busy section of Morehead City, the Calico Creek Boardwalk is a breath of fresh air for birdwatchers, nature fans, and everyday sightseers, thanks to its picturesque location on the edge of the slightly inland...
Camp Hatteras Resort features over 400 sites with concrete pads, which include all the convieniences you need in a full hook-up site while enjoying your family vacation at the beach. Located at milepost 40.5 on NC12 between Rodanthe and Waves, Camp...
Fish or go a pirating on board the Cap'N Clam
Cape Fear Games is miles above the standard gaming store, thanks to an impressive collection of board games, cards, sports equipment, and regular special events that attract board game fans and players of all genres. Located along Oleander Drive in...
Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach vacationers can dive into the region’s newest and hottest sport with a visit to Cape Fear Paddleboarding. Offering a wealth of guided tours, lessons, fitness classes and rentals, this all-encompassing Stand-up...
Visitors who want to explore the historic and story-rich streets of downtown Wilmington will find plenty of tour options, but arguably none are more unique than the Segway tours provided by acclaimed local provider, Cape Fear Segway Tours. With...
Beer and wine lovers will be in a casual and locally cool heaven when they pay a visit to Cape Fear Wine & Beer – a longstanding local bar and beverage shop that has been raising the bar for beer fans for nearly 15 years. Located in the...
Cape Fearless Extreme is a family-friendly aerial adventure course set on 25 acres of forest just 20 miles west of Wilmington, North Carolina. The courses contain a mixture of obstacles and challenges ranging from ziplines, Tarzan swings, hanging...
Visitors who want to experience the Outer Banks of centuries ago, or get an up-close view of the distinctive black and white diamond patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse can simply hop aboard a ferry from Harkers Island to the Cape Fear National...
The isolated Cape Lookout National Seashore has a wealth of hidden treasures, from wild horses to incredible seashells, but one of the Core Banks’ most unique destinations is the Cape Lookout Village Historic District. Located just inland of...
The pinnacle of fishing on the Outer Banks, however, is and has always been Cape Point. Ask any long-time Hatteras Island fisherman about Cape Point, and they'll gladly tell you about incredible catches, near-misses, and the occasional vehicle...
Embark on a professional guided fishing expedition with Capt. Joe Schute’s Charters, and discover how local knowledge goes a long way in finding those big catches. Based out of Atlantic Beach, and conveniently found on the southern terminus of...
Capt. Jot Owens / Jot It Down Fishing Charters is a popular inshore and near-shore fishing charter that provides friendly and professional fishing trips to some of the Cape Fear region’s most productive local fishing grounds. Located on the...
Captain Charles Robbins' Cape Fear River Adventures is a top-rated touring company that takes explorers to the backwaters of the local Cape Fear rivers and streams where the local wildlife thrives. From basic on-the-water skills like boating...
Take a break from the daily grind and dive into a game of volleyball, a trivia night, or just a few rounds and a hearty meal with friends and family with a visit to Capt’n Bill’s Backyard Grill & Sports Bar. This unique destination...
Cardinal Lanes Beach Bowl is an expansive bowling center where amateurs and pros alike can test their skills in a fun and family-friendly environment. Perfect for afternoon or evening games, as well as private parties and celebrations, this...
From incredible gallery shows that highlight the talents of a local artist or two, to fun classes that are appropriate for creative students of all ages and skill levels, there are lots of fun ways to explore the Crystal Coast art scene at the...
Water lovers can enjoy a full host of adventures, from fishing trips to romantic sunset cruises, with a visit to Carolina Beach Inshore Adventures. This all-encompassing fishing charter and boat tour company offers a nice range of tailored cruises...
Take a thrilling spin around the wide open waters that surround the Cape Fear region with a Jet Ski provided by the locally owned and operated Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals. Featuring owners with a keen knowledge of motorsports and the boating...
Enjoy a freshwater environment just a block or so away from the beach with a visit to Carolina Beach Lake Park. This public park is centered on the 11-acre freshwater lake, which was noted in the Guinness Book of World Records as being the closest...
Visitors who want to explore the cool and calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway can embark on their own self-guided adventure via Carolina Beach Pontoon Rental. Located close to the Cape Fear River / Intracoastal Waterway just off of US Highway...
Carolina ebikes offers ebike rentals and tours throughout the local Cross City trails, also downtown historic areas and Wrightsville, Carolina and Kure beaches. They carry many makes and models for sale and offer fully built custom ebikes shipped...
Enjoy a James Bond-style adventure that’s well off the beaten path with a visit to Carolina Flyboard. This Zapata Racing Distributor for the Carolinas provides FlyBoard instruction for patrons who want to glide over the water, allowing...
Crystal Coast vacationers can venture off the coast where the big catches are waiting with a fishing trip that’s commandeered by the Carolina Princess. Launching out of Downtown Morehead City, and easy to reach for veritably anyone staying in...
Visitors who want to join the crowds of surfers and paddle boarders that flock to the Cape Fear area can join in the fun by signing up for a lesson or camp from the Carolina School of Surf. Located in Ocean Isle Beach along the oceanfront, this...
Captain Joe has been fishing the waters of coastal North Carolina his entire life, a Crystal Coast native with over 30 years experience he has traveled the Eastern seaboard as a professional waterman and USCG licensed master working in commercial...
The Carteret Community Theatre is a talented local theater troupe that performs top-notch dramas, comedies, and musicals for a longstanding crowd of adoring local and visiting fans. With productions staged at the centrally located Morehead Center...
Carteret County Speedway, opened in September 2015, is the vision of track owner Bobby Watson. Watson was a renowned Go-Kart promoter and a racer before that. With a lot of help, which included consultation with “The Last American...
The wetlands environment made available to the public by the Walk holds an unbelievable amount of information about the ways in which waterways affect the land. Wetlands are transitional zones between land and water. The water is usually near or...
You’ll find Causeway Waters Sports on the beautiful Roanoke Sound on the Causeway between Nags Head and Manteo, just past Whalebone Junction. This family outdoor activity center offers parasailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wave runners and...
Locally owned and operated since 2002, CB Surf Shop has steadily grown over the years to become one of Carolina Beach's premiere shopping destinations. Their knowledgeable and friendly staff is always happy to help, because they want everyone to...
Cedar Island RV Park and Motel is the vacation destination that you and your family have been looking for! Our beaches remain one of the few areas along the east coast of the United States that remain completely untouched and in their natural state...
Situated in the heart of the downtown New Bern region, the Cedar Grove Cemetery is a local landmark that’s a popular spot on many historical or even ghost-themed walking tours that wind through the downtown streets.
The Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge is a Mecca for coastal fishermen, hunters, birdwatchers, and everyday explorers, thanks to miles of undeveloped terrain in a uniquely coastal location. Found just northeast of Beaufort along NC Highway 12...
Emerald Isle vacationers who want to explore the wide waters of the Bogue Sound via a kayak, paddle board, or kiteboard rig can head to Cedar Street Park. This soundside park that’s almost hidden among the neighboring beach homes may be tucked...