Crystal Coast Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
coastal region of North Carolina, United States
About Crystal Coast
The Crystal Coast is primarily a vacation destination, which means that it's busiest during the summer months. Aside from the ordinary tourists, many people own property in the area but only live there part-time. In season, the crowds can get fairly heavy. Off-season, since there are so few people in the area, many shops and restaurants are closed. Although temperatures in this part of North Carolina can become very hot and humid, the Crystal Coast - particularly the Bogue Banks area - often feels much more pleasant, thanks to the sea breezes blowing in off the Atlantic. As the Crystal Coast - and the area's larger settlements - end at Beaufort, locals refer to the rural area from the North River to Cedar Island as "Down East", also sometimes called the Core Sound region. This area of Cart
Top Attractions in Crystal Coast
Explore the best things to see and do in Crystal Coast:
- ★Beaufort Music Festival
- ★Newport Pig Cooking Contest
- ★North Carolina Seafood Festival
Where to Eat in Crystal Coast
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour
- 🍴Beaufort Wine & Food Festival
Crystal Coast Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including: