Things to do in Outer Banks

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

Outer Banks Attractions

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They say the best things in life are free. Check out the following around Outer Banks:

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge - If you like spending time in the garden, this place will delight your green thumb.

Things to Do in Outer Banks with Kids

You'll find plenty of enjoyable things to do in Outer Banks with the kids. Make some new memories together with these family friendly experiences:


 

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Outer Banks showing fishing, general coastal views and a sandy beach

South Nags Head

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
The beautiful Corolla beach

Whalehead Beach

5/5(1 area review)

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

Whalehead Beach
Another beautiful day in the Outer Banks. This is the fourth lighthouse on our visit.

Corolla Village

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

Corolla Village
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

Ocean Sands might not have many top sights, but Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ocean Sands
Sunset

Corolla Light

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Whale Head Bay and Whalehead are top sights worth seeing.

Corolla Light
Beautiful waves of corolla beach #BVSBlue

Pine Island

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

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

Pine Island

 

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Frequently asked questions

What should I not miss in Outer Banks?
If you only see one attraction here, make sure it's Wright Brothers National Memorial.
Are there cheap things to do in Outer Banks?
A Jumpmasters OBX Fun Park guarantees a terrific time without costing a packet.
What can you do in Outer Banks for free?
You could put your cash in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions won't cost you a thing:

  • Sandbridge Beach
  • Ocracoke Pony Pens
  • Ocracoke Beach
  • Cape Lookout National Seashore

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