The Ultimate Guide to the Outer Banks

The Ultimate Guide to the Outer Banks

The Outer Banks is one of America’s most iconic beach destinations and figuring out how to spend your time there can be a little overwhelming. Don’t worry, we’ve mapped out some of our favorite spots so you have a guide to exploring this amazing region.

Here’s everything you need to know!

Eat and Drink

If you drive up and down Highway 12 on the Outer Banks you quickly realize there’s no shortage of places to grab a bite to eat or a drink. Here are a few of our favorites.

Roosters Southern Kitchen

Enjoy southern classics with a twist at this chic restaurant. You’ll find new takes on favorites like pimento cheese, barbecue, shrimp ‘N grits and chicken and waffles.

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Kill Devil Grill

Stop in after a day on the beach for a salad, sandwich or hearty entrée.

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Miller’s Waterfront Restaurant

If you’re looking for a beautiful view and great food look no further. They’re serving up fresh seafood and delicious cocktails on the Pamlico Sound.

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Duck Donuts

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a freshly made, totally customizable cake donut from one of the locations of this local legend.

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Outer Banks Brewing Station

Stop by for a bit to eat or grab a pint of their handcrafted beer.

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Brew Thru

Buy beer without even getting out of the car. Your first trip to Brew Thru is a right of passage on the Outer Banks.

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Things to do

It’s not hard to stay busy during a trip to the Outer Banks. Whether you want to immerse yourself in nature, spend a day on the beach or have a fun day with the kids you’ll find what you’re looking for.

Museums

Whalehead

Explore this 1920s era art nouveau mansion on the shores of the Currituck Sound.

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Wright Brothers National Memorial

See the place where man first achieved flight! You can learn some cool history and get a beautiful view from the top of the monument site.

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North Carolina Aquarium

Explore this immersive museum and see everything from river otters to alligators and sharks. Don’t miss the sea turtle rescue exhibit!

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Lighthouses

Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Climb the 220 steps of this brick lighthouse and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding area.

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Tours

Kitty Hawk Kites

This is your one-stop-shop

 for outdoor adventure. Whether you want to go parasailing, take a dolphin tour or explore on a kayak they have an adventure for you.

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Outer Banks Biplane and Cessna Tours

Soar high above the Outer Banks in a Cessna and see the Wright Brothers Memorial, shipwrecks and Manteo from the air or take a quick flight in a biplane!

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Outer Banks Ghost Tours

Learn about the spooky side of the Outer Banks with one of these fun tours.

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Shopping

Outlets Nags Head

Get great prices on your favorite brands!

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The Cotton Gin

Shop top brands and find one of a kind gifts to take home with you.
 
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Scarborough Lane Shops

Wander through this collection of boutique shops and restaurants in Duck.

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Family Fun

H2OBX

Splash and slide the day away at this sprawling waterpark.

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Lost Treasure Golf

Choose from two 18-hole courses at this epic mini-golf complex.

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Outdoor Adventure

Jockey’s Ridge State Park

Explore the tallest sand dunes on the Atlantic Coast and get your adrenaline pumping with a  hang gliding lesson at this beautiful state park.

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Nags Head Woods Preserve

Hike among beautiful dunes, explore a boardwalk through peaceful woods or watch a sunset over the Roanoke Sound.

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Ponies

Watch the majestic wild ponies of Corrola in their natural habitat.

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Stay at Outer Banks West / Currituck Sound KOA

Browse our lodging, tent and RV Sites and book your stay today!

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