Washington Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

The first town in the United States named for General George Washington, Washington, North Carolina was named in 1775, prior to his becoming president. The town is located on the Pamlico and Tar rivers in the inland coastal region of North Carolina.

Washington takes advantage of its riverfront location with the North Carolina Estuarium, which offers visitors a look at the importance of the areas rivers and sounds. This kid friendly exhibit also features river tours, a can’t-miss part of any family vacation. Family friendly hotels include the Holiday Inn Express, which offers oversized rooms and also is pet friendly.

Downtown Washington features eclectic shops, boutiques and a number of restaurants with favorable ratings from travel guides and visitors alike, along its historic waterfront district. After you’ve dined, danced and bought your souvenirs, a romantic night awaits at the Carolina House Bed & Breakfast, with jetted tubs and fireplaces, or at any of the other quaint downtown Washington accommodations.

Enjoy all of the things to do in a weekend or a week along the “Inner Banks” of Washington, North Carolina, with its combination of location, natural beauty and history lending to its small-town charm.