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Fort Macon State Park
State park
1.5 miles of ocean beach for swimming & hiking, fishing inlets & tours of a restored Civil War fort.
4.80 (6K reviews)
(~4.01 km from centre)
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The Shark Shack
Seafood restaurant
Burgers, fried seafood & fish sandwiches served at a beach-themed shack with outdoor picnic tables.
$$ $$
4.80 (1K reviews)
(~2.97 km from centre)
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Fort Macon Beach & Historic Landmark
Public beach
👍👍 We were camping nearby and decided to come to the beach for a few hours! This was the perfect place to go! Bathrooms and free parking! There is also a nice covered picnic area! There's no lifeguard on duty, but someone was injured while we were there and park rangers and ems reasoned immediately.
4.80 (679 reviews)
(~4.81 km from centre)
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El's Drive-In
Fast food restaurant
Enduring fast-food joint with carhops serving burgers, hot dogs, shakes & other American classics.
$ $$$
4.70 (2.8K reviews)
(~2.86 km from centre)
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Amos Mosquito's Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
A cozy eatery & bar with a patio overlooking the water, serving an eclectic, mostly seafood menu.
$$ $$
4.70 (2.3K reviews)
(~2.56 km from centre)
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The Banks Grill
Grill
Bustling American joint featuring classic breakfast fare, burgers & salads in an unfussy setting.
$ $$$
4.70 (726 reviews)
(~1.54 km from centre)
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Atlantic Beach Town Park
Park
Park with a seasonal 18-hole mini-golf course (fee) & splash pad, plus skateboarding & picnic areas.
4.70 (636 reviews)
(~3.49 km from centre)
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Chasin Tails Outdoors Bait & Tackle
Bait shop
😠 Stopped in today after finding this bait shop on google maps, had good reviews so I figured it couldn’t be too bad. Picked some stuff out and walked to the counter to be greeted by a man who just stared at me. Did not speak one word, I actually thought maybe he was deaf. After ringing me out he put...
4.70 (609 reviews)
(~1.81 km from centre)
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The Friendly Market
Market
👍👍 The selection of unique and delicious foods, snacks and prepared meals is almost unbelievable. I don't think I have ever been disappointed. Try the chicken salad with dill, shrimp and grits ready for the oven, homemade chips and cheese straws. Try something new. I think you'll like it.
4.80 (334 reviews)
(~3.95 km from centre)
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The Surgical Center of Morehead City
Surgical center
👍👍 I went in do have an Endoscopy and the process was quick and easy. My nurse when I got there was so friendly and amazing! She constantly made sure I was comfortable while waiting to go back and definitely helped with my nerves. Every step was explained to me before it was done. When I woke up I had...
4.90 (222 reviews)
(~2.98 km from centre)
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Shevans Park
Park
2-acre recreation area with a large playground, tennis courts & covered picnic facilities.
4.70 (486 reviews)
(~0.33 km from centre)
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Circle Regional Beach Access
Park
👍👍 Busy clean beach with several volleyball courts and on duty lifeguards. Dogs appear to be allowed as I saw several being walked in the sand. Waves were small to medium sized. A few bars and restaurants can be found within walking distance of the beach. Parking was 3 dollars an hour metered (you can...
4.60 (1.2K reviews)
(~3.06 km from centre)
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AB Ice Cream & Candy Shoppe
Ice cream shop
Quaint, local shop providing a variety of ice cream flavors, saltwater taffy & other classic treats.
4.70 (461 reviews)
(~3.56 km from centre)
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Mug Shot
Restaurant
👍👍 We stopped in for a local coffee on our way home from a beach day and seafood dinner, and felt we found a hidden gem!
I ordered the bourbon brown sugar latte. (non-alcoholic)
So, sooo good! My husband got the latte churro and said it tasted just like one.
Yummy, and quickly made, with friendly ser...
$ $$$
4.80 (268 reviews)
(~0.79 km from centre)
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Cox Family Restaurant
Family restaurant
Cheery landmark whipping up hearty Southern-style eats, from biscuits & gravy to fried chicken.
$ $$$
4.50 (2.9K reviews)
(~3.92 km from centre)
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4 Corners Diner
American restaurant
Old-school diner offering breakfast, fried fish & other American comfort bites, plus beer & wine.
$ $$$
4.50 (2.4K reviews)
(~2.69 km from centre)