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 Island Scenic BywayFree5.0Drive through coastal wilderness along North Carolina's stunning Outer Banks shoreline.
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.
Bodie Island LighthouseFree4.8Discover this iconic historic black and white striped Outer Banks lighthouse
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse$4.8America's tallest brick lighthouse standing guard over the Outer Banks
Cape Hatteras National SeashoreFree4.8Explore scenic barrier island beaches, historic lighthouses, and coastal wildlife.
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic SiteFree4.8Discover Outer Banks maritime rescue history at this preserved life-saving station.
Dare County Beach AccessFree4.8Convenient public access points to oceanfront beaches throughout the Outer Banks
Wright Brothers National MemorialFree4.8Explore the historic birthplace of aviation in North Carolina's Outer Banks
Rodanthe BeachFree4.7Relax on the peaceful ocean beaches of Rodanthe along Outer Banks
Fort Raleigh National Historic SiteFree4.6Discover the mysterious history of England's first attempt at American settlement.
Ocracoke LighthouseFree4.6Explore North Carolina's oldest operating lighthouse nestled in historic Ocracoke Village.
Ocracoke Preservation Society MuseumFree4.6Discover rich island history and maritime heritage in historic Ocracoke
Roanoke Island Festival ParkFree4.6Explore living history and interactive exhibits on Roanoke Island's historic waterfront
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum$4.5Explore Outer Banks maritime history and shipwreck mysteries in Hatteras Village
The Lost Colony$$4.5Experience America's longest-running outdoor symphonic drama live on Roanoke Island
The Sanderling Resort$$$$4.2A tranquil oceanfront luxury resort nestled in Duck, Outer Banks.
Nags Head BeachFree3.8Experience classic Outer Banks oceanfront relaxation along wide sandy shores.
Dare County Historic CourthouseFree3.4Explore local history and art inside Manteo's restored landmark courthouse building
Cape Lookout National SeashoreFreePristine barrier islands featuring wild horses, historic lighthouses, and remote beaches
Hatteras Village$A historic coastal village nestled at the southern tip of Hatteras Island.
Kill Devil Hills$Discover historic aviation milestones and vibrant beachscapes in the Outer Banks.
Ocracoke IslandFreeA serene Outer Banks island with pristine beaches and rich history.
Outer Banks$$Explore scenic barrier islands with expansive sandy beaches and lighthouses.
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