Outer Banks Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wright Brothers National Memorial featuring a statue or sculpture
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center showing a bay or harbour, signage and boating
Outer Banks
Jennette\'s Pier which includes a beach
Cape Hatteras National Seashore featuring a sandy beach

Where to stay in Outer Banks

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South Nags Head

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

South Nags Head
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Whalehead Beach

While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach and Corolla Beach.

Whalehead Beach
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Ocean Sands

While visiting Ocean Sands, you might make a stop by sights like Corolla Beach and Outer Banks Beaches.

Ocean Sands
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Corolla Light

If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Whalehead and Outer Banks Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Corolla Light
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Sea Scape

If you're spending some time in Sea Scape, Sea Scape Golf Links and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Sea Scape
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Pine Island

If you're spending some time in Pine Island, Corolla Beach and Outer Banks Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Pine Island
Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks

3.5 out of 5
405 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,600 reviews)
"Right on the beach. Great breakfast and staff. Full kitchen....will stay longer next time!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

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Shutters on the Banks
Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills

Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills

2 out of 5
804 North Virginia Dare Trail, NC 12, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is €97 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
€97
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Pool was nice and very easy walk right across the street to beach access. The pool was less windy also since the hotel building blocked the wind."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills
Mariner Inn and Suites

Mariner Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
1801 N Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is €100 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€100
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (684 reviews)
Decent hotel
"We just returned from a 3 night stay. It was easy to check in and being right at the ocean was nice. The room was no frills but met our needs. We had trouble with the access code to our room but the front desk resolved that for us quickly. The beds were too high for someone with young children. My ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Mariner Inn and Suites
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The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations

3.5 out of 5
58822 Marina Way, Hatteras, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star holiday home in Hatteras. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hatteras Landing Shopping ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (222 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice with a good price for a night. Bed comfort was great. The suite was large and across the street from the ocean. It was beautiful & we enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

The Villas at Hatteras Landing by Kees Vacations
Barrier Island Station

Barrier Island Station

2.5 out of 5
1245 Duck Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Duck Boardwalk and Nor'Banks Sailing are ...
7.6/10 Good! (295 reviews)
"Enjoyed the Outer Banks. Barrier Island was a nice place to stay. Our place was just renovated, up to date."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Barrier Island Station
FamilyMemoryMaker!,8 MASTERS,MovieRoom,OceanViews,Pool,HotTub,Grill,StarlinkWiFi

FamilyMemoryMaker!,8 MASTERS,MovieRoom,OceanViews,Pool,HotTub,Grill,StarlinkWiFi

Corolla, NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Corolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
"House is great for a large group. Dining room table fit our entire group of 13. It was nice to have a theater where we could watch movies with the kids. When you stay here, you are truly at the beach."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

FamilyMemoryMaker!,8 MASTERS,MovieRoom,OceanViews,Pool,HotTub,Grill,StarlinkWiFi
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Popular places to visit

Jennette\'s Pier which includes a beach

Jennette's Pier

Explore the waterfront in Nags Head with a trip to Jennette's Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jennette's Pier
Nags Head Fishing Pier

Nags Head Fishing Pier

Explore the waterfront of Nags Head Fishing Pier and enjoy activities such as fishing in Nags Head. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Buxton with a visit to Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
Bodie Island Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse

Bodie Island Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Nags Head with a visit to Bodie Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Duck Boardwalk

Duck Boardwalk

After visiting Duck Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Duck. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Duck Boardwalk
Wright Brothers National Memorial featuring a statue or sculpture

Wright Brothers National Memorial

You can learn about the history of Kill Devil Hills with a stop at Wright Brothers National Memorial. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Wright Brothers National Memorial