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.
Ocracoke Island FerryFree5.0Experience scenic coastal travel connecting Hatteras and Ocracoke Island seamlessly
Outer Banks Kayak Adventures$$5.0Explore scenic Outer Banks waterways with guided kayak and paddleboard tours
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor CenterFree5.0A premier Outer Banks refuge for watching wildlife and migratory birds
Shallowbag BayFree5.0Enjoy picturesque coastal views and watersports along historic downtown Manteo waterfront.
Dare County Arts CouncilFree4.9Discover local artwork and vibrant cultural exhibitions in historic downtown Manteo
Hatteras IslandFree4.9Discover pristine barrier island beaches, maritime history, and coastal outdoor adventure.
Outer Banks Distilling$4.9Historic downtown Manteo distillery crafting award winning small batch rum
Bodie Island LighthouseFree4.8Discover this iconic historic black and white striped Outer Banks lighthouse
Cape Hatteras National SeashoreFree4.8Explore scenic barrier island beaches, historic lighthouses, and coastal wildlife.
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic SiteFree4.8Discover Outer Banks maritime rescue history at this preserved life-saving station.
Nags Head Woods Ecological PreserveFree4.8Discover pristine maritime forests and peaceful hiking trails in Outer Banks
The Nature ConservancyFree4.8Explore lush maritime forest and scenic nature trails in Kill Devil Hills.
Wright Brothers First Flight AirportFree4.8A historic general aviation airstrip on the Wright Brothers memorial grounds
Wright Brothers National MemorialFree4.8Explore the historic birthplace of aviation in North Carolina's Outer Banks
Manteo WaterfrontFree4.7Explore scenic waterfront boardwalk views, local dining, and coastal history.
Elizabethan Gardens$$4.6Discover historic botanical beauty along the shaded shores of Manteo.
Fort Raleigh National Historic SiteFree4.6Discover the mysterious history of England's first attempt at American settlement.
Ocracoke Island Visitor CenterFree4.6Discover local history and park information on charming Ocracoke Island
Ocracoke Preservation Society MuseumFree4.6Discover rich island history and maritime heritage in historic Ocracoke
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum$4.5Explore Outer Banks maritime history and shipwreck mysteries in Hatteras Village
Hatteras Island Ocean CenterFree4.5Explore coastal ecology and family educational programs on Hatteras Island
The Lost Colony$$4.5Experience America's longest-running outdoor symphonic drama live on Roanoke Island
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