The 10 Best Shopping in Outer Banks, North Carolina Coast

December 26, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a 100-mile stretch of barrier islands dotted with pristine beaches, quaint towns and historic sites. If you love swimming, kayaking, or surfing, be sure to visit the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. To really experience local culture, explore each coastal village and sample as much food as you can along the way. (Pro tip: Try the catch of the day.) If you’re looking for a history lesson, check out Roanoke Island or the Wright Brothers National Memorial. And of course, no day is complete without watching the sunset from Jockey’s Ridge.
Restaurants in Outer Banks

1. Kinnakeet Clay Studio & Showroom

40462 North End Rd, Avon, Hatteras Island, NC 27915 +1 252-995-0101 [email protected] http://www.kinnakeetclay.com
Excellent
92%
Good
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Kinnakeet Clay Studio & Showroom

A treasure worth taking the time to discover, seek us out in Historic Avon Village (Kinnakeet). Enjoy our Out-of-Ordinary collection showcasing an impressive selection of local and regional pottery including that of artist/owner Antoinette Gaskins Mattingly. Find 'jar frogs', local wall art, home decor, ornaments, handmade gifts and jewelry. Browse our showroom featuring the work of 40+ artists, take a pottery or painting class in one of our two working studios, watch demonstrations and shop to your heart's content. Savor the experience of art and fine craft.

Reviewed By brianjill - Glenside, United States

My wife and I are fortunate to have been able to spend an annual vacation in Avon each October for the past 15 years. There few things that we have not already seen, so it takes something special to get us away from our beach front rental. One place that is a annual must for us is Kinnakeet Clay. They have wonderfully crafted art, warm & welcoming staff, and a great artisan/owner. If you are staying in the OBX south of Nags Head, Kinnakeet Clay is well worth you time for a visit. ????

57762 NC Highway 12, Hatteras Island, NC 27943 +1 252-986-2244 [email protected] http://www.bluepelicangallery.com
Excellent
76%
Good
24%
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Blue Pelican Gallery

Shop American Made, Shop Handmade, Shop LOCAL. Blue Pelican Gallery and Gifts is a unique little shop with a lot of heART.With hundreds and hundreds of handmade and individually produced items, Blue Pelican is a great place to pick out an affordable, special, often one of a kind gift for a special person...including yourself. We have a huge selection of items under $20. We are constantly changing and adding new art and artists. Three generations of our family own and staff the shop. Remember to shop LOCAL on Hatteras Island!Some of the items you can find are: jewelry, pottery, prints, photography, soap, candles, ornaments, sun catchers, clay wall art, metal art, blown glass art, Outer Banks SeaSalt, pet sitter gifts, art cards, and much, much more.

Reviewed By TyiaP1

I ordered online from Blue Pelican Gallery. At the time of my order, the Gallery was up on stilts, being raised due to flooding. Jennifer contacted me and let me know that she couldn't get in her store (safety) at the time and asked me if I wanted a refund or if I wanted to wait until the Gallery was lowered back down. I told her I would be fine with waiting. It wasn't more than a week, but one of the items I had ordered got lost when they lowered the house and the display fell. Jennifer wrote me a note and sent it along with my order explaining that one item had been lost, she sent several replacements, refunded my shipping, and said that she will ship the lost item when she finds it. This woman is BEYOND NICE!!! She has gone above and beyond in making up for the loss of an item that was beyond her control! She is an example of what not only quality customer service, but a quality human being, should be! Thanks Jennifer! I will definitely be recommending and shopping from your store again!

27766 Hwy 12, Salvo, Hatteras Island, NC +1 252-987-2879 http://www.peaislandartgallery.com
Excellent
84%
Good
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Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 64 reviews

Pea Island Art Gallery, Salvo, NC

Reviewed By DonaldC1334

owner and help are great not pushy lots to choose from neat garden surrounding the house .We go in spring and the fall

4. Harbor House Seafood Market

58129 Hwy 12, Hatteras Island, NC 27943 +1 252-986-2039 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/pages/Harbor-House-Seafood-Market/249394310664
Excellent
94%
Good
2%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Harbor House Seafood Market

We are a seafood market that offers both raw and prepared items.

2404 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC 27959-9246 +1 252-715-2426 http://www.seagreengallery.com
Excellent
87%
Good
13%
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Seagreen Gallery

Reviewed By 776kristinw - Newport, United States

Creative and amazingly unique items. There was a variety of price points so anyone could find something. Love the repurposed and upcycled items. A must visit!

6. Scotch Bonnet

51684 NC Hwy 12, Hatteras Island, NC 27936 +1 252-995-4242 [email protected] http://scotchbonnetfudges.com
Excellent
86%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 70 reviews

Scotch Bonnet

Named for the North Carolina State Seashell, The Scotch Bonnet is located in Frisco in the heart of Hatteras Island on the beautiful, windswept Outer Banks of North Carolina We have been a Hatteras Island landmark for over 60 years welcoming generations of families. The Scotch Bonnet is most famous for its rich, creamy and delicious fudge that is made right on the premises with real cream and butter! Our Fudge is so heavenly it was even featured on the Food Network! We also offer over 21 flavors of saltwater taffy, Jelly Belly jelly beans, seashells, t-shirts and unique gifts. So if your sweet tooth needs satisfying and you find yourself on the Outer Banks, a stop at the Scotch Bonnet is an absolute must!

Reviewed By jobo347 - Llano, United States

I love the fudge here. They sent me an e-mail telling me of flavor of the month, it was Bear Claw Fudge. Since I'm not going there till Oct. I had them send it to me. Wonderful!!!!! It tasted just like a Bear Claw Danish. I hope they still have it in OCT. when I visit. If not, they still have 30 + flavors to choose from. This is the best fudge and they always are having new flavors.

7. Gulf Stream Gifts

2512 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC 27959-9248 +1 252-441-0433 [email protected] http://www.gulfstreamgifts.com
Excellent
92%
Good
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Gulf Stream Gifts

A unique contemporary gift shop specializing in 14kt. gold and sterling silver jewelry. We feature one of the finest selection of charms, earrings, bracelets and anklets with a coastal or beach flair. This year we picked a wonderful selection of fun and fabulous jewelry that you will love to wear all year. Since 1987, Gulf Stream Gifts has been a favorite shopping destination for visitors.

Reviewed By bubby2six - Pittsburgh, United States

I have been stopping in Gulf Stream Gifts for over twenty years. They have the nicest variety of items. Nothing junky. Great prices. Very unique items. Love their jewelry. I always come home with such nice "beachy" items after my stop at this great store. The owners do a wonderful job keeping their store full of beautiful things.

8. Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts

794 Sunset Blvd Suite K Timbuck II Shopping Village, Corolla, NC 27927-9501 +1 252-457-5011 [email protected] http://OldTimePhoto.net
Excellent
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts

Let our studios put you in the mythical eras of the Old South, Wild West, Pirates, Civil War, American Indian, The Roaring Twenties, Victorian and more, with an original, Old Time Photo by Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos and Gifts OBX NC. All of our costumes are replicas of the Antique Clothing from the mid 19th through the early 20th centuries. Our photographers and assistants have been trained to pose each Old Time Photo setting in the most realistic manner and expression for the period of your choice. So by all means, look at our portfolio, make your choice. Then relax and have fun as we take you back to the thrilling days of yesteryear! Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos and Gifts is located in Corolla, North Carolina on the Outer Banks in the TimBuck II Shopping Village Corolla, Located just north of Nags Head NC, Kill Devil Hills NC, Kitty Hawk NC, Southern Shores, and Duck NC in Corolla, North Carolina on the OBX

Reviewed By E1336CTkellym - Johnstown, United States

We had a 7 person photo shoot as pirates and had a wonderful time and came out with great pictures!!!!

9. Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop

100 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-9024 +1 252-441-6105 http://www.stopnshopobx.com/
Excellent
64%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
7%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 91 reviews

Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop

Reviewed By rebeccad857 - Chelsea, United States

They have everything! Clothing, beach supplies, souvenirs, fishing tackle, and the most delicious deli subs and hot subs. Even toasted the bun perfectly! Ordered subs and grabbed some drinks and had a perfect picnic lunch on the beach at our hotel

10. Duck's Cottage

1240 Duck Rd, Duck, NC 27949-4569 +1 252-261-5510 [email protected] http://www.duckscottage.com/
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

Duck's Cottage

Bookstore and coffee shop.

Reviewed By Wanderlust061 - Fredericksburg, United States

Love this little place. The coconut crunch coffee is yummy as well as the specialized cold and hot drinks. I enjoy the book reviews around the store and always pick up a couple things to support this lovely place!

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