Things to do in Outer Banks
Popular picks: Visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial · Explore Cape Hatteras National Seashore · Climb the Bodie Island Lighthouse · Go fishing or charter a boat · Explore the historic Roanoke Island · Visit Jockey's Ridge State Park · Take a wild horse tour in Corolla · Enjoy water sports like kayaking and paddleboarding · Explore the local shops and galleries in Duck · Take a scenic drive along Highway 12 · Visit the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island · Participate in local festivals and events · Enjoy the beautiful beaches · Visit the Lost Colony outdoor drama · Explore the Outer Banks history at the Museum of the Albermarle
Hatteras InletFree5.0A scenic coastal waterway connecting Pamlico Sound to the Atlantic Ocean
Hatteras Island Scenic BywayFree5.0Drive through coastal wilderness along North Carolina's stunning Outer Banks shoreline.
Manteo Farmers MarketFree5.0Fresh local produce and artisan crafts along the Manteo waterfront
Nags Head Yoga$5.0Recharge by the ocean with scenic beach yoga sessions in Nags Head
Outer Banks Kayak Adventures$$5.0Explore scenic Outer Banks waterways with guided kayak and paddleboard tours
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor CenterFree5.0A premier Outer Banks refuge for watching wildlife and migratory birds
Hatteras IslandFree4.9Discover pristine barrier island beaches, maritime history, and coastal outdoor adventure.
Nags Head Beach AccessFree4.9Easy public access to clean oceanfront beaches in Nags Head.
Outer Banks Distilling$4.9Historic downtown Manteo distillery crafting award winning small batch rum
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic SiteFree4.8Discover Outer Banks maritime rescue history at this preserved life-saving station.
Duck Town Park BoardwalkFree4.8Scenic soundside boardwalk connecting maritime forest, local shops, and sunset vistas.
Hatteras Watersports$$4.8Family-owned water sports rental destination in Salvo on Pamlico Sound
Jockey's Ridge State ParkFree4.8Explore the tallest living sand dune system on the Atlantic coast
Pea Island National Wildlife RefugeFree4.8A coastal haven for migratory waterfowl, birdwatching, and nature trails
Wright Brothers First Flight AirportFree4.8A historic general aviation airstrip on the Wright Brothers memorial grounds
Hatteras Island Fishing$$4.7World-class ocean, soundside, and charter fishing on the Outer Banks
Hatteras Island Horseback RidingFree4.7Experience scenic beach horseback rides along the Outer Banks shoreline
Rodanthe BeachFree4.7Relax on the peaceful ocean beaches of Rodanthe along Outer Banks
The Soundside Event Site$$4.7Premier waterfront outdoor venue for Outer Banks festivals and community events
Alligator River National Wildlife RefugeFree4.6Discover wild red wolves and black bears in coastal North Carolina
Elizabethan Gardens$$4.6Discover historic botanical beauty along the shaded shores of Manteo.
Ocracoke Island Visitor CenterFree4.6Discover local history and park information on charming Ocracoke Island
Roanoke Island Festival ParkFree4.6Explore living history and interactive exhibits on Roanoke Island's historic waterfront
Rodanthe PierFree4.6Experience classic Outer Banks ocean fishing and panoramic oceanfront views.
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