Visit Swansboro

By the Bridge offers great food, friendly service, and views of the White Oak River.  But if you’re planning a visit to the Crystal Coast, the town of Swansboro offers even more than that.

The Boro Restaurant & Bar is located steps from the White Oak River in historic downtown Swansboro. They offer an eclectic menu with plenty of locally sourced seafood options and a full-service bar. On Friday and Saturday evenings, they also offer live music by local musicians on their open-air front patio.

Swansboro and the Crystal Coast are known for their seafood, and The Boro Low Country Kitchen specializes in seafood boils, a coastal Carolina tradition. Dine in and enjoy views of the White Oak River, or call ahead to take your boil out for a day at the beach or on the boat. LCK offers meals for individuals, or the whole family.

Enjoy the finest Italian cuisine on the Crystal Coast while taking in breahtaking views of the White Oak River at Il Cigno Italiano. Il Cigno’s menu offers a range of options, from traditional Italian fare to Italian-American favorites to signature creations.

Experience a unique blend of history and modern elegance at The Mattocks House in Swansboro, NC. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it offers beautifully renovated interiors that sleep up to 14, and a picturesque waterfront setting on the White Oak River. Host intimate events within the house or pair it with the Moore Street Pavilion for larger gatherings. 

The Crow’s Nest is ideal for fishing, boating, kayaking and enjoying all the activities the Crystal Coast has to offer. Located in the heart of downtown Swansboro, it is an efficiency apartment overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway and the White Oak River. It’s the perfect place for singles or couples to relax and explore all that Swansboro has to offer.

Downtown Swanny is found in the heart of Swansboro’s historic district. This waterfront condo is extremely quiet, even though it’s located above The Boro Restaurant & Bar. With just a few blocks are 10 outstanding restaurants, kayaking, boutiques, gift shops, fishing, and boat tours. Hammocks Beach State Park and Emerald Island beaches are just a 10-minute drive away. 

Pogie’s Fishing and Kayaking Center offers kayak rentals and sales, eco tours, fishing charters, and island taxis.

Hammock’s Beach State Park is located just a few minutes from downtown Swansboro. It offers a little of nearly everything for which the Crystal Coast is famous: hikinig, fishing, camping, paddling, swimming, and, of course, beaches.