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Washington, NC is a lovely little seaside town. It is located where the Tar River becomes the Pamlico River. This is before flowing into the Pamlico Sound. Washington is the first municipality in America to bear George Washington's name. It was established in 1776. Locals call it Little Washington to set it apart from Washington, D.C.
Historic Washington has a ton of things for you to discover! These are some cool things you should do while visiting the city known as the Heart of the Inner Banks.
Estuarium? Prior to seeing this one, many of us were aware that such a thing existed. The world's first estuarium is located in North Carolina. But what is an estuarium? An aquarium that focuses on estuaries and coastal rivers is called an estuarium. With more than 200 displays, this estuarium specializes in aquatic life. In and around the Pamlico Sound!
It's a really participatory experience to visit the estuarium. You learn about the importance of estuaries to ecology as you pass through a number of chambers. Crabs and other aquatic life can be found in many aquariums. I was compelled to look everywhere because of a rather amazing search and discovery. The magnificent artwork in the main foyer will be the highlight of the trip. The artwork beautifully illustrates the North Carolina water cycle. Make sure to request a lesson from the friendly staff at the front desk! That’s because this art is more complex than it initially looks to be.
Also, there are boat cruises on the Pamlico River. As well as specialist lectures on the region's natural and cultural heritage. To check out this cool thing to do in Washington NC head on over to 223 E Water St, Washington, NC.
A trip to Goose Creek State Park in Washington is incredible! Goose Creek honors the Pamlico Sound region's natural surroundings. It is positioned directly between Bath and Little Washington. Anyone seeking some privacy will find the park to be very accommodating.
Trails along Goose Creek are 8 kilometers long. They travel along the sound, through marshes, and through wetlands with cypress trees. Because the area along the ocean is level, all of the hikes are simple. The majority of the paths have fantastic boardwalks to keep your feet dry. This is one of their amazing features, especially for people like me who prefer to keep their feet dry! The Palmetto Boardwalk Path is fantastic for walking! There is a ton of animals that you can see during your walk.
Take along insect repellent! Especially if you visit in the summer because you will be in some swampy places. A fantastic visitor center with some interesting displays is included in the park. Goose Creek features a ton of sites for you to launch into the water if you enjoy
Goose Creek further provides a rustic camping experience. If you wish to pitch a tent for the night, be sure to inquire with the park in advance.
For this cool thing to do in Washington NC head on over to 2190 Camp Leach Rd, Washington, NC.
At River Vibes, there are many options for renting outdoor recreational equipment, including:
So don’t miss out on the chance to launch a paddle boat! Imagine this: your family of four gets onto a boat and arrives, 15 minutes later, on a Castle Island with unlimited:
Castle Island is absolutely beautiful! It’s truly a place where you can just relax and be one with nature. But are you worried about your fur buddy? Worry no more! River Vibes even offers doggy life jackets! So take the whole family along! Head on over to 108 S Market St, Washington, NC.
Zen-seekers of all skill levels are awake and ready to go for the stand-up paddleboard yoga class! This takes place at Inner Banks Outfitters. Due to the fact that you are on the water, which is a new balance factor, you may combine the advantages of:
The best equalizer for yoga is being outside on the water. No one can do it well while they're on a paddleboard! So, as they say in South Africa, “moenie worry nie”. Which means do not worry!
Getting hungry after an hour on the lake? Get in a kayak and explore the calm waters of Runyan Creek in search of birds and turtles. Inner Banks Outfitters also rents kayaks, golf carts, and bikes! So your outdoor needs will always be met! You can check them out by heading over to 1050 E Main St, Washington, NC.
You should visit Diversion Escape Rooms if you want engaging, interactive entertainment!
NC Diversion Escape Rooms in Washington is located at 930 W 15th Street. It provides a different venue for enjoyment and entertainment for people of all ages. Their brainteasers are made to create a pleasurable experience. This is done by testing groups in a number of ways, including:
Diversion Escape Rooms are a:
activity for family, friends, and coworkers! By including this element of fun, date night and friends' night out will become special! It’s truly a unique and cool experience for all! Check out their website for more details.
After getting accepted to ECU, I started looking for things to do in and around Greenville, NC. However, my searches kept taking me to places in South Carolina! There must be things to do around ECU, so I started asking other students. They kept telling me to graduate and move away! This inspired me to begin exploring eastern North Carolina and build this website as a showcase of the places to go, sights to see, and things to do all over eastern NC. I have fallen in love with this region and started taking up roots here. After graduating, I didn't move away - I bought a house here and continue to explore eastern North Carolina.
