Things To Do

North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort

Beaufort has an amazing rich history spanning several hundred years. Great place to see artifacts from Blackbeard's Ship. Perfect for kids

Fort Macon State Park

Historic Fort with public beach. Fun for everyone

Governor’s Palace | Tryon Palace

45 minute drive from Morehead City but a fun 1/2 day adventure.

Old Burying Ground

Cape Lookout Charters

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Beaufort

Head over the bridge to this historic coastal town. Full of pirate lore, great shops, restaurants, and boardwalk sightseeing

Island Express Ferry Service

Fun way to explore local islands including Cape Lookout and it's famous lighthouse

Amos Mosquito's Restaurant

Owned and operated by one of our great friends and fellow wedding guest, David Brumley!! Amazing food and atmosphere. No reservations, so get there early!! Totally worth it.

The Friendly Market

One of the best additions to Morehead City in many years. Fantastic stop for casseroles, huge refrigerated section of dips, dinners and desserts. Awesome local produce, jams, jellies, and great wine selection. (We take a cooler everytime we go there and bring that stuff HOME to freeze for easy weeknight dinners.). Don't miss the chicken pot pie, monster cookies, and key-lime pie.

Blue Ocean Market

Our top pick to buy fresh seafood!!

Ruddy Duck Tavern

Waterfront in Morehead, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Large menu with lots of non-seafood items as well.

Beaufort Grocery

In our top choices for lunch or dinner. Make reservations!!! Great weekend brunch as well. Food is outstanding and a staple in Beaufort for 20+ years.

MOONRAKERS

Incredible water views of Beaufort and Taylor's Creek from the open roof top deck. Lunch and dinner. Super fun.

El's Drive-In

THE place for drive up take out and the classic shrimp burger!!

Jack's Waterfront Bar, Wood Fired Kitchen & Rooftop Event Venue

Waterfront in Morehead with casual fun dining. Great views!! Also fun for late night.

Oceanana Pier

Public Pier for fishing or just hanging out. Cute dive restaurant. Don't have to eat or stay there to park and walk out.