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Swansboro

"The Friendly City by the Sea"
Swansboro, a picturesque village and port located at the mouth of the White Oak River, is listed on the national register of Historic Places. The town has a rich maritime history which spans Colonial and Civil War eras. Unique shops and original homes have been restored to preserve this history.
Founded in 1783, the “Friendly City by the Sea” offers a historic downtown district overlooking the water, numerous opportunities for coastal recreation, and a progressive town government that works to balance high quality community growth with conservation of the community’s natural and historic resources.
Atlantic Beach

Vacationers and local folk converge to the immaculate shores of Atlantic Beach in the summer enjoying the many public beach access points and long stretch of white sands. There's always something to do in this area as there are plenty amusements and activities day and night. Spend a day flying kites, building sandcastles or searching for sand diggers (the harmless, tiny crab-like creatures that play under the sand). Take time to visit the many local shops to find presents for friends, family or yourself and see the local artistry displayed in many of these.