Complete Walking History and Movie Tour of Beaufort

The Beaufort is a 74-mile-long barrier island off the coast of North Carolina. It is next to Hatteras Island, where the famous Hatteras Lighthouse was built in 1727. It gets its name from a family of French Huguenots who arrived in 1562 and settled on lands granted to them by John White, the first colonial governor of North Carolina. They were given land for free but were required to defend their new homeland against Spanish raiders.

1. History Highlights

Beaufort is America's second oldest town, behind only St. Augustine in Florida. It is the center of the Lowcountry region of South Carolina and contains many antebellum and post-war houses, some of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. The city has a lot to offer from its rich history and recent revitalization efforts focusing on neighborhoods like Battery Point and Port Royal Plantation.

2. Fun Activities

Beaufort has many attractions and activities, from shopping to dining to living music. Located in the historic district is Beaufort House - one of the true Southern charm architectural gems of its era. It is a multifaceted historic site with many cultural offerings. Every room has something unique to discover, such as an altered book spine mounted on the walls, intricately hand-carved wooden furniture, or even original paintings and letters from generations past.

3. Historical Attractions and Landmarks

The city's historic district includes the U.S. National Weather Service – Southeast Storm Surge Consortium facility at the foot of Washington Street, the Beaufort Historic District on Carolina and Broad Streets, and the South Carolina Military Museum on Windsor Street near the marina.

Located on North Battery Street in the historic district is Beaufort House - one of its era's true Southern charm architectural gems. Now over 100 years old, it has been beautifully maintained and restored to showcase an authentic version of what Beaufort was like in those days.