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14 Best and Fun Things To Do In Kinston, North Carolina


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Kinston, situated along the Neuse River in eastern North Carolina, boasts a rich history in the Civil War. The city is a wonderful destination for exploring its historic architecture, museums, and parks. It is also a favored day trip option for neighboring cities such as Fayetteville and Raleigh.

There are many things to do in Kinston. Visitors can stop by the CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center or the Civil War Battlefield Park to learn more about the area’s vibrant past. Depending on the time of year, there may also be festivals or other events happening in the area.

Keep reading for the best and most fun things to do in Kinston, North Carolina, listed below

The 14 Most Popular Things To Do In Kinston, North Carolina

14. Tiffany West Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: Kinston NC

Tel:  252 939 3332

Web Address:   http://kinstonrec.com/

13. Caswell Number 1 Fire Station Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: 118 S Queen Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 527 1566

12. First Battle of Kinston Civil War Battlefield Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: 1400 Harriette Dr Kinston NC

Web Address:   http://historicalpreservationgroup.org/wil_park.htm

11. The Exchange Nature Center

4.4 ★★★★☆ (17 reviews)

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Location: 401 W Caswell Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 939 3367

Web Address:   http://kinstonnc.gov/463/Exchange-Nature-Center

10. Community Council for the Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ (105 reviews)

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Location: 400 N Queen Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 527 2517

Web Address:   http://kinstoncca.com/

9. Kinston Rotary Dog Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (123 reviews)

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Location: Kinston NC

8. Pearson Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (171 reviews)

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Location: 210 W Gordon Street Kinston NC

Tel:  910 336 8783

7. Harmony Hall

5.0 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: 109 E King Street Kinston NC

6. Kinston Music Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: Kinston NC

Web Address:   http://africanamericanmusicnc.com/kinston-music-park/

5. Ellis Planetarium, Health & Science Museum

4.2 ★★★★☆ (44 reviews)

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Location: 403 W Caswell Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 939 3302

Web Address:   http://kinstonnc.gov/455/Health-Science-Museum

4. CSS Neuse II

4.7 ★★★★★ (64 reviews)

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Location: 118 N Herritage Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 560 2150

Web Address:   http://cssneuseii.org/

3. CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (210 reviews)

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Location: 100 N Queen Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 526 9600

Web Address:   https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/css-neuse-and-governor-caswell-memorial

2. Neuseway Nature Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (467 reviews)

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Location: 401 W Caswell Street Kinston NC

Tel:  252 939 3367

Web Address:   http://neusewaypark.com/454/Neuseway-Nature-Park

1. Lions Water Adventure

4.3 ★★★★☆ (726 reviews)

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Location: 2602 W Vernon Ave Kinston NC

Tel:  252 699 3009

Web Address:   http://lionswateradventure.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Kinston, North Carolina! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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