Top Things to do in Outer Banks
Top Hotels in Outer Banks
- 1. Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks / Corolla
- 2. Sanderling Resort
- 3. Sea Ranch Resort
- 4. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront, an IHG Hotel
- 5. The Island Motel
- 6. Best Western Ocean Reef Suites
- 7. Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
- 8. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
- 9. Shutters On the Banks
- 10. Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk
7 Traveler Resources in Outer Banks That You Shouldn't Miss
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. Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By Anita767 - Sioux Falls, United States
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.
2. Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Your information center for sightseeing, attractions, accommodations and dining.
Reviewed By Flyer813606 - Durham, United States
Very friendly staff to help in any way. Restrooms are extremely clean. For history buffs, walk 50 feet to an adjacent cemetery that is simply BEAUTIFUL and respectful.
3. Ocracoke Island Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
Pick up information about the island, view exhibits and visit the bookshop. You can also arrange to use the Park Service docks, pick up maps of the bike paths, and attend free summer programs run by the Rangers.
Reviewed By Kathy324
Took a neighbor that hasn't been to the Outer Banks. Drove from Hickory, NC to Kitty Hawk and then to Hatteras and saw everything in-between. Then took a ferry to Ocracoke and saw everything there before we took the ferry back. We were very lucky because this was four days before the hurricane hit. There was alot of destruction.
4. Aycock Brown Welcome Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By USC87 - Springfield, United States
Staff are always helpful with resources and it is a great way to plan out your time on the Outer Banks
5. National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By maas_johnf - Raleigh, United States
This is a new and modern structure with interesting exhibits including a cockpit of a small plane where you sit and view a screen with short aerial tours of the refuges. Best of all is the information provided for successful visits. A ranger gave us the scoop on where to have the best chances to see wildlife and to find the roads.
6. The US Weather Bureau on Hatteras Island
7. Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
