Enjoy All that Little Washington Has to Offer

  • NC Estuarium

    Visit the world’s first Estuarium, one of North Carolina’s most innovative environmental centers.

    ​See more than 200 exhibits that describe our vital estuaries and coastal rivers, including:

    ​- Aquariums with crabs and other estuarine life

    - Fun and fascinating artworks

    - Hands-on, interactive displays

    - Artifacts from life on the Pamlico River

    - Explorations of hurricanes and sea level rise

    - Pamlico River boat tours

    - Special programs on natural and cultural heritage.

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    $5 Adults

    $3 Children K-12

    Free for children under 5 (unless with group)​

    Visit NC Estuarium

  • Inner Banks Outfitters

    Inner Banks Outfitters is owned and operated by Liane Harsh. Open since 2006, Inner Banks provides a range of services and products for the outdoor sports enthusiast.

    Inner Banks does rentals for bikes, paddle boards, and kayaks.  Based at Washington's pubic boat ramp providing easy access to the water for kayaks and paddle boards as well as easy access for the cyclists to downtown Washington and surrounding areas.

    Visit Inner Banks Outfitters

  • Breweries and Distilleries

    Little Washington has a selection of breweries and distilleries to check out on your visit

    - Pitt Street Brewing

    Located in the former Washington Rowing Club, Pitt Street on the Pamlico offers a range of beers with amazing views of the Washington Waterfront

    - Two Rivers Ale House

    Laid-back microbrewery featuring house beers and other local NC craft drafts, plus bar food.

    - The Hackney Distillery

    Home of 1000 Piers Gin

  • Ferry and Fossils

    Enjoy a quick NC Ferry trip traveling from Bayview to Aurora across the Pamlico and visit the Aurora Fossil Museum. Explore the ancient history of Eastern North Carolina and even dig for your own fossils in the fossil pits!

    Bayview - Aurora Ferry Schedule

    Aurora Fossil Museum

  • Historic Bath

    Let your inner Pirate out for a day around historic Bath, the home of the world famous pirate “Blackbeard”. Bath was North Carolina’s very first town and port established in 1705. With great waterfront views, historic homes and oldest church in North Carolina, Bath has plenty to offer for a fun filled day.

    Visit Historic Bath