This former port town perched on the Pamlico River is full of waterfront history, charm, and adventure.
North Carolina Estuarium
6 Cool Exhibits From Mountains to Coast
From fossil pits to a helicopter simulator, the littlest Carolinians will discover wonder at these one-of-a-kind museum exhibits across the state.
A Locals’ Guide to Downtown Washington
In and around the original Washington, the river meets the sound, old structures are given a new purpose, and life above and below the water is in constant transition.
A Weekend in Washington
Relax on the river in this former port town — the original Washington — on North Carolina’s Inner Banks.