Beaufort is a small town right on the water. Walk on the waterfront and enjoy the shops. Take a ferry over to Shackelford Banks or Cape Lookout.
Little Washington has a nice waterfront to walk on. We spent our first date here watching the fireworks.
Of course you have to stop at our all-time favorite brewery!!!
All around best ice cream. Stop by and see the cows!
If you like to get outdoors, the Greenway is the perfect place to go. It has some nice walking/biking trails.