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
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A national seashore preserve that has the most extensive stretch of undeveloped seashore along the Atlantic coast.
We had a great time here, clean, plenty of space, I recommend you get an off road vehicle permit and drive on the beach.
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We stayed in Frisco and loved this beach. Great waves, easy parking and access to the beach itself, bathroom and shower as well. Plenty of space to roam on the beach.
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My husband and I were greatly impressed by the staff knowledge. Self guided tour was wonderful giving us time to explore the property and consider the lives of the USLSS a century ago.
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The staff were excellent. They gave me a map of the OBX (Outer Banks) that showed by location recommended sites to see. This was so incredibly helpful. It helped me organize my trip and not miss opportunities.
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Our group of 12 had a blast. Informative tour that revealed distilling processes, history of rum in the world and locally, and great rum!
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Drove from Ocracoke to Kill Devil Hills on a Monday morning in October. Most of the road is thru the National Seashore area which is often patrolled by the park police so watch the speed limit of 55 and 45. There are villages along the way which have lower posted limits. A 2 lane highway for the most part and is heavily trafficked in parts. Since it is the only highway on the Outer banks it is used by trucks, boaters etc. The free ferry from Hatteras to Ocracoke island is no reservation. The property owners on Ocracoke have priority on the ferry with their property pass. On Ocracoke the waiting area is at the end of the island with nothing but the ferry docks, Hatteras is boarding area is right outside the town. There are also 2 other car ferries one from Swan Quarter and one from Cedar Island. They take reservations and cost $15.00 one way for passenger cars. Watch your speed in the town of Ocracoke as it is 20 mph and they enforce plus you have the walkers, bikekes, golf carts to watch . Part of the highway along the dunes gets water and sand covered depending on how much wind and surf there is. A couple [laces the road works continually are pushing back the sand. One place on Ocracoke the surf is presently almost coming on the road. Take your time and enjoy
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Great experience. A perfect way to finish an Ocracoke day. We were fortunate enough to have clear skies to see the Milky Way and a number of shooting stars.
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Stopped in with our two young children (4, 2). The playground is fantastic & all abilities too! Our children has so much fun running up and down the hills, climbing on the various structures, etc. we will go back every year!
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The nation's tallest lighthouse was moved to a different location to preserve it.
Was a great experience! Tour groups were formed quickly.. beautiful grounds around the lighthouse to explore, informative tour guide & well worth the climb to the top! Amazing views from the top deck! Just an awesome experience!
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Fanciful and elaborate gardens were kept to entertain Queen Elizabeth I during her reign. Our garden was created for your enjoyment, and as a living memorial to the time when Sir Walter Raleigh’s lost colonists lived in this very place over 400 years ago. The Elizabethan Gardens is a project of the Garden Club of North Carolina. Located 15 minutes from Nags Head, North Carolina. Special features include: Butterfly Center, Children's Discovery Cottage/ Outdoor Play Area, Italian renaissance statuary, water views, gift shop and plant sales, mobile phone audio tour. Plant collections include: native plants, azaleas, crape mrytles, hydrangeas, conifers and seasonal blooms. Our dapple-shaded paths and lush green Scape offer a tranquil retreat from the beach. We are pet friendly. Our walkways are handicap accessible.
Winter Lights are a wonderful experience this year! The Elizabethan Gardens have created a lovely, unique experience that follows guidelines for Covid Cautions. Reservations are made online and in advance this year, and there is spacing between groups as well as a mask requirement to walk through the Gardens for the Winter Lights. This actually makes for a more private experience than in earlier years. The music is lovely and playing throughout the Gardens, the lights are very magical and there are many lovely touches, including the theatrical Elizabethan figures staged as if a ball is in progress and (new this year) individual decorated trees in plastic wind protecting 'bubbles' staged at several points in the Gardens. The entire experience makes for a lovely evening, and you'll probably want to return before the season's over.
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