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
9 Lessons & Workshops 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. OBX Photo Workshops
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Dan Beauvais and Dan Waters take turns teaching weekly Sunrise and Sunset Photo Workshops on the Outer Banks from Easter through Thanksgiving.We will be holding three different workshops:■Avalon Pier Sunrise Workshop on Tuesday mornings before the sun rises.■Jockeys Ridge state Park Thursday evenings as the sun sets.■Wanchese Harbor Sunrise Workshop on Thursday mornings.■Or Manteo Waterfront Sunrise Workshop also on Thursday mornings.See our website for details.
2. Studio 12
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Studio 12 is a fun place for kids and kids at heart. Bring in the whole family for some artsy fun. Grab a latte or all fruit smoothie from the coffee bar and then create your own mosaic, paint some pottery or make some glass fusion. Browse our gallery to find unique gifts made by local OBX artists as well as owners Carolyn and Gary Schena. Studio 12 is fun for all ages!
Reviewed By 251cathrync
So much to choose from for families to do and everyone had a blast. We painted animals and bowls and also did a mosaic. The staff is friendly and helpful and it's a nice relaxed atmosphere. We noticed we were not the only table of painters happily singing along to the music they played. The studio is bright and colourful and fun to look at all the artwork, both samples of painted pottery and art from local artists. Lots of art for the walls, as well as beautiful jewellery. They also have lotion and soaps and fun gifts for the kids. Loved that we could purchase a coffee and smoothies at the shop next door. Will come again!!
3. Deja New
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Deja New! is an energetic, creative space hosting 10+ art classes in studio weekly and selling fun furniture plus other unique finds! Owner Donna Hollowell is an Art Enabler, inspiring joyful creations in both Mixed Media Art and Art Journaling Classes. You do not have to be an artist already - we will help you uncover the unknown artist inside. Classes average 2 hours or just shop with us.
Reviewed By WeekendWalker0891 - Ontario, Canada
We booked ahead while home in Canada and upon arriving to Kittyhawk for vacation confirmed our booking and enjoyed a visit to Donna’s studio for a few hours of creativity!, We had so much fun and wished we had the time for a return visit during our stay. I highly recommend this for any level of artistic ability and is a great activity to include in your itinerary during a visit to Kittyhawk or any part of OBX! We were a group of 4 each of working at our own pace and some guidance from Donna along the way step by step ensured our masterpieces turned out spectacular ????
4. Kitty Hawk Kites Hang Gliding School
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 251 reviews
The largest hang gliding school in the world! Located at Jockey's Ridge State Park, Kitty Hawk Kites has taught well over 300,000 people how to hang glide since the school was founded in 1974 by pioneer hang glider John Harris.
Reviewed By Sirius57 - New York City, United States
Highly recommended - our family had a wonderful time. Beautiful park and sand dunes, fantastic staff and so much fun for kids and adults! We did a beginner lesson with kids - Bobby was wonderful and funny teaching ground school; Wolf and Megan were patient and really fun instructors. We will be back :)
5. REAL Watersports
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
We make new riders every day! We are located in Cape Hatteras, NC and ship gear all over the world. Our Cape Hatteras "aqauplex" features our Flagship Store, Watermen's Bar and Grill, Watermen's Retreat and the REAL Lesson Center.
6. East Coast Sailboats
East Coast Sailboats specializes in adult and youth sailing lessons and camps, paddle board lessons and guided tours for Southern Shores residents and guest from May-October. New for 2018 - Ask us about our sunset sailing and motor boat cruise in the Currituck Sound.
7. Creative Space Workshops
Creative Space Workshops is located upstairs at Kinnakeet Clay in Avon Village. We offer unique crafting workshops such as Nautical Knots, T-Shirt Screen Printing, Quilling, Collaging, Painting and more.
8. The Cosmic Octopus
TIE DYE CLASSES EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY 12 PM AND 2 PM. Fun for the whole family! A hands-on tie dye class held on our outdoor deck. Class includes a brief history of the art, all needed supplies, and step-by-step instruction on how to create a variety of tie dye shapes and patterns. T-shirt included, or upgrade your garment to a tank top, crop top, bikini top, yoga pants, dresses, socks, or sarongs, for a slight additional charge.
9. Outer Banks Wine University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
