
Free Things to Do in Historic Beaufort, North Carolina, Beaufort, North Carolina
Step back into maritime history when you visit Beaufort, North Carolina, and enjoy a treasure chest of free things to do. This Crystal Coast gem – the third oldest city in the Tar Heel State and originally known as Beaufort Towne – will beguile you. Dating back to the 1600s, Beaufort was a fishing village and port of safety.
It is the perfect day excursion if you want a break from your beach vacation at Cape Lookout, Harkers Island, Atlantic Beach, or Emerald Isle, North Carolina.
Notably, Beaufort is one of two historic Southern cities bearing the same name in the Carolinas. The headline for Southern Living’s article on A Tale of Two Beauforts explains why you shouldn’t get them confused — different pronunciations (BOW-fert vs. BEW-fert) — and geographical locations.
While Beaufort, North Carolina doesn’t hold the title of The South’s 2017 Best Small City, it should earn accolades for its two-block preserved historic museum complex, its river-facing historic homes, and its maritime museum. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
It is the perfect day excursion if you want a break from your beach vacation at Cape Lookout, Harkers Island, Atlantic Beach, or Emerald Isle, North Carolina.
Notably, Beaufort is one of two historic Southern cities bearing the same name in the Carolinas. The headline for Southern Living’s article on A Tale of Two Beauforts explains why you shouldn’t get them confused — different pronunciations (BOW-fert vs. BEW-fert) — and geographical locations.
While Beaufort, North Carolina doesn’t hold the title of The South’s 2017 Best Small City, it should earn accolades for its two-block preserved historic museum complex, its river-facing historic homes, and its maritime museum. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Free Things to Do in Historic Beaufort, North Carolina
Guide Location: USA » Beaufort
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Teresa Markle
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Guide Location: USA » Beaufort
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Teresa Markle
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Front Street
- Robert W. and Elva Faison Safrit Historical Center
- Old Burying Grounds
- Carteret County Courthouse
- Beaufort Historic Site
- Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center
- General Store in Beaufort
- Taylor’s Creek Antiques
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