New and Hancock Sts., New Bern (252) 514-4900. Founded in 1764 and built in 1809, New Bern Academy is the oldest public school building in North Carolina and one of the oldest in America. Exhibits on architecture, education and the Civil War (when it was used as a hospital).

510A Pollock Street, New Bern (252) 638-8558. The Attmore-Oliver House (c.1790) is the headquarters for the New Bern Historical Society, exhibits 18th- and 19th- century furniture and New Bern historical objects, including Civil War artifacts, and a unique doll collection.

(Trolley Tour) - 333 Middle Street, New Bern (252) 637-7316. Discover three centuries of history and architectural beauty in a 90-minute trolley car tour of historic New Bern. Professional guides will recount the fascinating details of this former royal capital of North Carolina.

256 Middle Street, New Bern (252) 636-5898. On this spot in his pharmacy, Caleb Bradham invented "Brad's Drink" in 1898, which he later patented as Pepsi-Cola. Today you can relax and enjoy a cold Pepsi-Cola at the recreated soda fountain and purchase memorabilia in the store that the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of New Bern opened on the 100 th Anniversary of the world-renowned drink.

408 Hancock Street , New Bern (252) 636-4087. The Fireman's Museum houses steam pumpers and an extensive collection of early fire-fighting equipment along with rare photographs, Civil War relics, and even the mounted head of Fire Horse Fred, who died answering a false alarm.

Havelock (252) 444-6400. The USMC Aviation Exhibit features the history of Marine Corps aviation. Restored aircraft, scaled models, historic photographs and artifacts are on display.

Queen and George Sts., New Bern. Statuary and monuments beneath Spanish moss–draped trees from the earliest days of our nation, and the city's monument to its Confederate dead are here. The cemetery's main gate features a shell motif Legend has it that if it "weeps" on you as you enter, you'll be the next one carried through in a hearse.

1711 National Avenue , New Bern (252) 637-2912. Established in 1867 on the site of Union force military drills during the Civil War, visitors will find seemingly endless rows of white marble graves of the brave soldiers who fought and died for our country.

414 Pollock Street , New Bern (252) 633-0567. The New Bern Civic Theatre presents dramas, comedies, musicals and even performances in sign language. Call for a complete listing of performances and dates.

As guests of The Aerie Bed & Breakfast you are invited to enjoy the New Bern Twin Rivers YMCA Athletic Club during your stay on a complimentary basis. Their facilities include indoor and outdoor lap pools, sauna, steam room, racquetball, basketball, yoga, exercise classes walking track and modern gym equipment. The YMCA is located 1.5 miles from the Inn. Please ask your innkeeper for hours, directions and guest day pass.

Carolina Carriage and Tours

New Bern (252) 675-5360. Enjoy a daytime tour of New Bern's downtown and historic district or choose a romantic evening drive through town in a horse drawn carriage.

Tradewind Aviation Scenic Rides

820 Aviation Dr. , New Bern (252) 636-0716. See New Bern from the air! Tradewind Aviation, based at Craven Regional Airport, offers reasonably priced 30-minute and one-hour tours for one to three passengers aboard a Cessna 172.

CHOICES ABOUND IN HISTORIC NEW BERN, NORTH CAROLINA
Dining in our New Bern, NC restaurants is a culinary treat where choices abound. From traditional Southern fare, fine international cuisine, or casual home cooking, you’ll find most everything to suit your taste. Seafood is excellent in New Bern and widely featured. Below, you’ll find a list of some of the varied and unique restaurants that historic downtown New Bern has to offer. During your stay at The Aerie, we’re always happy to make recommendations and secure reservations for you.

The Baker’s Square - 227 Middle Street (252) 637-0304
Full service restaurant and bakery open Tues thru Sat, 7am-8:30pm

Captain Ratty's Seafood & Steakhouse - 202 Middle Street (252) 633-2088
Buzzy’s Barge & Piano Bar. Roof-top dining and entertainment.  Open 7 days

The Chelsea - 335 Middle Street (252) 637-5469
Regional and international cuisine located in Caleb (Pepsi) Bradham’s 2nd pharmacy location.

Cow Cafe - 319 Middle Street (252) 672-9269
The only “four-hoof” restaurant in New Bern. The best & messiest hot dogs and “gour-moo” sandwiches in town. Homemade ice-cream.

Fred & Claire's Restaurant - 247 Craven Street (252) 638-5426
Oldest restaurant in New Bern. Featured in Nicholas Sparks’ books

The Harvey Mansion - 221 S. Front St. (252) 635-3232
This 1797 house is a favorite destination for dinner. Delicious appetizers, elegant cuisine, homemade desserts and an extensive wine list.  "White tablecloth dining"  Closed Mondays

The John Chadwick House Café - 712 Pollock Street (252) 637-2018
Homemade food in a cottage adjoining the Tryon Palace Gardens.  Open for lunch only 11am-3pm

Latitude 35 - Sheraton Grand Hotel - 100 Middle Street (252) 638-3585
Quiet atmosphere, marina view. A la carte menu/seafood buffet on Fridays.

Marina Sweets - 208 Middle Street (252) 637-9307
Lunch deli and ice cream

MJ Raw Bar – 216 Middle Street(252) 635-6890
Fresh steamed seafood with Maryland Crab special on Thursdays

Morgan's Tavern & Grill - 235 Craven Street (252) 636-2430  Steak, Chops & Pasta in a rustic setting.  Full bar.

Pollock Street Deli - 208 Pollock Street (252) 637-2480
Lunch deli

Port City Java - 323 Middle Street (252) 633-7900Z
Coffeehouse and sandwiches

Trent River Coffee Co. - 208 Craven Street (252) 514-2030
Coffee-house