3 days in North Carolina Coast Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Island Farm, visit a coastal fixture at Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, and then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Outer Banks Distilling. On the 12th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at Kitty Hawk Kites - Nags Head, then stroll through Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, and then visit a coastal fixture at Bodie Island Lighthouse.

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Hickory to Manteo is an approximately 6-hour car ride. In January, daytime highs in Manteo are 50°F, while nighttime lows are 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to New Bern.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Fri): contemplate the long history of North Carolina History Center - Tryon Palace, then examine the collection at New Bern Fireman's Museum, then contemplate the long history of Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola, and finally shop like a local with Carolina Creations Fine Art & Contemporary Gallery.

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Drive from Manteo to New Bern in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus. January in New Bern sees daily highs of 55°F and lows of 33°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel back home.