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Kinston, North Carolina is a small town with a lot of heart. With a rich history dating all the way back to 1791 and an influx of life and and fresh optimism, Kinston is an intersection of the past and the present.

Make the most of your stay in Kinston! Check out these other great local leisure activities, restaurants, and nightlife:

Dining & Nightlife

  • Mother Earth Brewing  – An award-winning craft brewery just blocks from the Imperial Apartments. Enjoy a cold beer in the Tap Room and check out their gift shop. 311 N. Herritage St. www.motherearthbrewing.com
  • The Office – A local live music venue featuring fine spirits.  Open Thurs-Sat.  220 N. Herritage St.
  • Sugar Hill Pizzaria – New York style pizza by the slice along with appetizers, desserts, subs, wings and whole pizzas. 221 N. Herritage St.
  • Queen Street Deli – Serving up delicious sandwiches, soups, cookies and cakes. Open Mon-Fri.  117 S. Queen St. www.queenstreetdeli.com
  • Harp & Dill’s – Elevated classic American seafood, steaks, burgers, and more. 212 W. North St.
  • Jay’s 108 Sushi & Burgers – Craft burgers, cocktails, and a variety of fresh sushi.  108 W. North St. www.jaysgroup.net 
  • H.O.W. II – A local favorite featuring Asian cuisine, appetizers, steaks, and craft cocktails. 710 W. Vernon Ave.

PLACES OF INTEREST

  • Kinston Community Council for the Arts – Browse works from local artists at the Kinston Arts Council’s galleries. Open Tues-Sat.  400 N. Queen St. www.kinstoncca.com
  • Art 105– Specializing in beautiful art pieces from all across North Carolina. Open Tues-Sat. 105 W. Blount St.
  • Barnet Park Disc Golf – Enjoy a great mix of wooded and open holes on one of the highest rated courses in North Carolina and home of the King’s Cup Tournament. 100 Sand Clay Rd. www.kinstondiscgolf.com
  • CSS Neuse Museum – Learn more about Kinston’s role in the Civil War and to see the remnants of this famous ironclad gunboat. Open Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm. 100 N. Queen St. www.nchistoricsites.org/neuse
  • CSS Neuse II – A full-scale replica of the legendary Confederate ironclad gunboat. Open Saturday 10am-4pm www.cssneuseii.org
  • Neuseway Nature Park – Experience the majesty of the Neuse River. Enjoy the 52-seat planetarium, wildlife exhibits, nature trails, campground and FREE canoe and kayak check-out. 401 W. Caswell St. www.neusewaypark.com
  • Lion’s Water Adventure – Splash, swim, slide, or just lay around and catch some sun at this Summer Seasonal water park.  Open from Memorial Day through Labor Day annually. 2602 W. Vernon Ave. www.lionswateradventure.com
  • Harmony Hall – Once owned by North Carolina’s first elected Governor this historic home is now a museum open for tours. 109 E. King St.