- TripBuzz found 49 things to do with kids in or near Jacksonville, North Carolina, including 33 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Swansboro, Surf City, Emerald Isle and Sneads Ferry.
- From Lynwood Park Zoo to Equine Country, the Jacksonville area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Children's Play Area.
- Ranked in 2014 by Forbes as one of the Fastest Growing Small Cities in America, the charming city of Jacksonville is a popular residential and business community. To those visiting the area, the city offers multiple scenic, family-friendly city parks, local shopping centers and a selection of casual and fine dining.
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Situated next to the river, Neuse River Recreation offers visitors a campground, beach, picnic areas, and more. There are several trails for hiking that loop around the campground and the beach.
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MCAS Cherry Point, NC is a military base that oversees number of military aircraft for deployment. The air station contains over 29,000 acres of land and serves as an emergency landing site for space shuttles from Cape Canaveral.
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Managed by the USDA Forest Service, the Island Creek Trail is a lovely half-mile hiking trail. It is fairly flat and suitable for novice hikers, and affords breathtaking views of native and transplanted vegetation. The trail is free to use.
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The City of New Bern Aquatic Center features zero-entry swimming pool depths, interactive water features, slides, swim lanes, and a deck. They also offer family locker rooms, concessions, office space, and a conference room.
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An independently owned movie theater multiplex, the Neuse Blvd Cinema 3 shows primarily first run Hollywood movies in digital video and sound. The theater features reclining seats, and shows no commercials or trailers.
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Tyrone Palace is the first seat of North Carolina's government. The palace offers historical reenactments spread across seven buildings, three galleries, visitors can enjoy 16 acres of gardens, and take guided tours.
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Patrons of TugBoat Cruises of New Bern, NC explore this fascinating area aboard small, canopied tug boats. Passenger space is very limited, and reservations are highly recommended. Customized itineraries are available at no extra charge.
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610 Pollock Street, New Bern, NC 28562
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Located on the site of North Carolina’s first state capitol, Tryon Palace Historic Site an NC History Center gives a glimpse into the colonial era. The attraction features gardens, interactive history exhibits, and other historic features.
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Featuring four outdoor pools, West Water Park Inc has family oriented attractions such as water slides, swing ropes, and beach volleyball. The park has a roped off area for babies and parents in a 2 ft. deep pool.
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Fright fanatics love the Ghosts of New Bern Tour, a guided walk highlighting the parts of Bern with high levels of paranormal activity. Tours commence after sunset and are available from March through Halloween.