The best things to do in New Bern

11 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Bear Town Cinema

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Bear Town Cinema is the no-fuss move when you want the big screen without leaving New Bern. Check showtimes for whatever’s new, treat the…

2806 Trent Rd

“Bear Town Cinema is the no-fuss move when you want the big screen without leaving New Bern. Check showtimes for whatever’s new, treat the kids to Summer Kid Shows, or book a theatre rental with friends... and snag a gift card for your favorite movie buddy.”

From the New Bern newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Emerald Golf Club

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Golf course designed in 1995 by Golf World's Architect of the Year with challenging holes.

5000 Clubhouse Dr

“Golf course designed in 1995 by Golf World's Architect of the Year with challenging holes.”

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Minnesott Golf & Country Club

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Golf course featuring a challenging layout with water hazards, and a restaurant.

806 Country Club Dr (Arapahoe)

“Golf course featuring a challenging layout with water hazards, and a restaurant.”

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Mac Daddy's

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Amusement center with bowling & arcade games, plus a sports bar serving beer, wine & pub food.

130 Golfin Dolphin Dr (Cape Carteret)

“Amusement center with bowling & arcade games, plus a sports bar serving beer, wine & pub food.”

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Bruin Theater

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Cinema with 3 theaters showing 1st-run films, with kids' matinees in the summer.

2500 Neuse Blvd

“Cinema with 3 theaters showing 1st-run films, with kids' matinees in the summer.”

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New Bern Historical Society

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New Bern Historical Society headquarters in the circa-1790 Attmore-Oliver House.

511 Broad St

“New Bern Historical Society headquarters in the circa-1790 Attmore-Oliver House.”

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New Bern Civil War Battlefield Park

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Civil War park with a visitor center, guided tours & battlefield trails with interpretive panels.

300 Battlefield Trail

“Civil War park with a visitor center, guided tours & battlefield trails with interpretive panels.”

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Taberna Country Club

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Country club offering a golf course, plus free admission.

401 Taberna Way

“Country club offering a golf course, plus free admission.”

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Golfin' Dolphin

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Family recreation center offering a mini-golf course, a go-kart track, bumper boats & more.

134 Golfin Dolphin Dr (Cape Carteret)

“Family recreation center offering a mini-golf course, a go-kart track, bumper boats & more.”

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Harbour Pointe Golf Club

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Golf club offering lessons, a driving range, and a restaurant with a takeout option.

1105 Barkentine Dr #9328

“Golf club offering lessons, a driving range, and a restaurant with a takeout option.”

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Carolina Colours Golf Club

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Golf club featuring a course with a clubhouse offering lunch.

3300 Waterscape Wy

“Golf club featuring a course with a clubhouse offering lunch.”

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