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

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Nags Head Beach AccessFree4.9
Easy public access to clean oceanfront beaches in Nags Head.
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic SiteFree4.8
Discover Outer Banks maritime rescue history at this preserved life-saving station.
Hatteras Watersports$$4.8
Family-owned water sports rental destination in Salvo on Pamlico Sound
Rodanthe BeachFree4.7
Relax on the peaceful ocean beaches of Rodanthe along Outer Banks
The Sanderling Resort$$$$4.2
A tranquil oceanfront luxury resort nestled in Duck, Outer Banks.

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