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.
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor CenterFree5.0A premier Outer Banks refuge for watching wildlife and migratory birds
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 National SeashoreFree4.8Explore scenic barrier island beaches, historic lighthouses, and coastal wildlife.
Jockey's Ridge State ParkFree4.8Explore the tallest living sand dune system on the Atlantic coast
Nags Head Woods Ecological PreserveFree4.8Discover pristine maritime forests and peaceful hiking trails in Outer Banks
Pea Island National Wildlife RefugeFree4.8A coastal haven for migratory waterfowl, birdwatching, and nature trails
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
Sandy Run ParkFree4.7A peaceful 16-acre natural retreat in Kitty Hawk featuring boardwalk trails.
Elizabethan Gardens$$4.6Discover historic botanical beauty along the shaded shores of Manteo.
Fort Raleigh National Historic SiteFree4.6Discover the mysterious history of England's first attempt at American settlement.
Ocracoke Island Visitor CenterFree4.6Discover local history and park information on charming Ocracoke Island
Ocracoke Preservation Society MuseumFree4.6Discover rich island history and maritime heritage in historic Ocracoke
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum$4.5Explore Outer Banks maritime history and shipwreck mysteries in Hatteras Village
The Lost Colony$$4.5Experience America's longest-running outdoor symphonic drama live on Roanoke Island
Nags Head Skate ParkFree3.9Popular Outer Banks public skate park featuring ramps, bowls, and street elements.
Nags Head BeachFree3.8Experience classic Outer Banks oceanfront relaxation along wide sandy shores.
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.
Outer Banks$$Explore scenic barrier islands with expansive sandy beaches and lighthouses.
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