What to do and see in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina (NC): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

January 12, 2022 Darwin Bolte

With water, water everywhere, visitors to Kill Devil HIlls indulge in fishing and crabbing, quiet kayaking, robust surfing or parasailing, peaceful seaside cycling and that favorite, toes-in-the-sand enjoyment of the beach.This barrier island township is the center of the Northern beach and home to about 7,000 year-round residents. Summer welcomes visitors anxious to share the natural landscapes and village-like appeal. Savor long stretches of Atlantic views and silky sands. If you’re a history buff, visit area lighthouses and the National Memorial honoring Wilbur and Orville Wright, who accomplished the first controlled powered flight in 1903. In nearby Kitty Hawk, Seascape Golf Links challenge players with changing elevations and coastal landscapes. A popular day trip just 17 miles to the southwest, the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Elizabeth Gardens and live performances of “The Lost Colony” combine to preserve and present the background of Native American culture and Sir Walter Raleigh’s colonization efforts in the late 1500’s.
Restaurants in Kill Devil Hills

1. Outer Banks Kayak Adventures

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Outer Banks Kayak Adventures

Outer Banks Kayak Adventures offers premium guided Outer Banks Kayak Tours. From our maximum adventure Alligator River kayak tour to our beginner Kitty Hawk kayak tour, our OBX kayak tours are fun for the whole family. The Kitty Hawk kayak tour is perfect for beginners or anyone that enjoys nature. We kayak at a relaxing pace along the Maritime Forest and Marshes of Kitty Hawk. We often see turtles and river otters swimming in the water or sunning themselves just onshore. The Alligator River kayak tour is our maximum adventure tour. Our expert guides lead your group on an exciting adventure kayaking Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. The 1-hour children's kayak tour is perfect for young children or anyone that wants a shorter Outer Banks kayak tour. History buffs will love our Roanoke Island kayak tour as we paddle the marshes of Roanoke Island. Our night-time Bioluminescence kayak tour and Sunset kayak tour in Nags Head, NC are our bucket list Outer Banks kayak tours.

2. Wright Brothers National Memorial

Mile post 7.5 on U.S. Highway 158, Kill Devil Hills, NC +1 252-441-7430 [email protected] http://www.nps.gov/wrbr/index.htm
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Wright Brothers National Memorial

Park where visitors can see a replica of the Wright Brothers' plane and receive an entertaining history of flight.

Reviewed By PHLee7ca - Ellicott City, United States

We visited this attraction on a sunny Saturday in October. The cost was $10/adult and lots of free parking. We first walked around the grounds and saw the old "runway", sheds, and climbed up Kill Devil Hill to see the monument and view of the town. Then we joined the narrated tour by one of the Park Rangers, she was very informative and animated! We then spent the rest of our time touring inside the info. center and got our "passports" stamped in the Gift Store! From the top of the hill, we noticed a full scale scene of the first flight and stopped by on our drive out....very nice, all the "characters" immortalized in bronze along with the plane. A very nice "park", museum and history lesson.

3. Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve

701 W Ocean Acres Dr, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-8848 +1 252-441-2525 http://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/northcarolina/placesweprotect/nags-head-woods-ecological-preserve.xml
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Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve

Located in the Outer Banks, this preserve is one of only a few maritime forests left in its natural state.

Reviewed By akvolkan

If you're looking for a change of scenery or some trail running (can get runs in between 1-7miles), you have to visit this unique corner of the Outer Banks

4. Ocean Atlantic Rentals

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Ocean Atlantic Rentals

Ocean Atlantic Rentals is the Outer Banks Rental Center! We rent bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, surfboards, baby items, beach umbrellas & chairs, linen, and over 85 other items. In 2017, we began offering Street Legal Golf Cart LSV rentals, as well as a full sales and service division. Our Event division rents party tents and wedding equipment. Delivery service is year-round, with delivery and pickup to your door. Our Kill Devil Hills store is open year-round, everyday of summer, and 5 days a week in the spring and fall. We also offer beach umbrella service, where we setup & take-down your beach equipment every day of your oceanfront vacation! For family fun at reasonable rates, please let us serve you this OBX vacation!

807 S Croatan Hwy Mp 8 1/2, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-8703 +1 252-480-2951 [email protected] http://www.thebirdstoreobx.com
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The Bird Store - The Outer Banks Wildlife Gallery

The Bird Store- The Outer Banks Wildlife Art Gallery is a must! Our old Nags Head style shop is full of wildlife art....decoys, carvings of pelicans, shorebirds, herons, etc.,paintings and prints of herons, birds, pelicans, sporting dogs, seashore, etc., driftwood, gifts, and more. Stop in when visiting the Outer Banks and take a look!

Reviewed By hartlife - Columbus, United States

My wife was looking for a very specific piece of driftwood to use as a centerpiece and saw this place as we were driving by. The owner is very friendly. He is knowledgeable of the area and easy going. We thought the prices were fair for everything we looked at in the store. There is a good selection of bird related decor items and a. few turtles and others as well. The driftwood prices were very cheap! Much less than anywhere else we had seen. Nice local place to get some unique pieces.

6. RC Kill Devil Hills Movies 10

1803 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-8977 +1 252-441-5630 https://www.facebook.com/KDHMOVIES/timeline?ref=page_internal
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RC Kill Devil Hills Movies 10

Reviewed By ionesagem - Three Springs, United States

My husband and I were supposed to do a dolphin watch but the weather and lack of participants had us struggling to find something to do on our last full day in the area. We chose movies and were able to pick one that we both wanted to see. Ample parking. We were surprised that we were not the only people with the same good idea. The employees got the lines going pretty good. I thought that the prices were a little high for a matinee (and senior) but not too crazy. I was very happy that Coke Slushies were part of the menu. Unexpected. And OMG the medium popcorn was huge. It was also very tasty and possibly the best popcorn I ever had. Nicely buttered and salted. By the time we got to our seats I was in heaven. I wish we had left earlier because I love the trailers. My husband doesn't so we left later than I would have but got to see a couple of them anyway. My only complaint was that the change machine was broken. We would have loved to have had our pictures taken in the booth!!!

7. Mom's Sweet Shop

Croatian Highway Sea Gate North Shopping Center, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 +1 252-441-6667 https://www.facebook.com/MomsSweetShop
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Reviewed By brittanysB4112CS

Mom's is a unique store on the main road that offers shopping including all of the brand name products such as Hershel, Benny Gold, Nike, Adidas, etc. Mom's also sells vintage jewelry and clothing. Also, if you are looking for a cool treat or have a sweet tooth this is the perfect location. The milkshakes and ice cream are extremely delicious. There is a smorgasbord of candy to choose from where you pay by weight. The owners are very active within in the shop and work hard to keep the environment friendly and enjoyable for everyone. I would definitely recommend visiting!

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