Our Top 10 OBX Recommendations

Here are our favorite things to see and do in the Outer Banks. Some are well known, some not so well known.

Beautiful Beaches

The beaches in the Outer Banks have been voted in the top 5 of family friendly beaches for years and years. From building sandcastles to boogie boarding you'll be sure to make plenty of great family memories.

Family Fun

The Outer Banks is full of activities for family fun. Our all time favorites are mini golf, go cart racing, and bumper boats.

Seafood!

Eating in the OBX is probably our favorite thing ever! Tons of fresh local seafood to enjoy. Be sure to check out Our OBX Guide for more ideas of places to eat.

Lighthouses

From Corolla to Ocracoke, four lighthouses stand in the Outer Banks — Currituck Beach, Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras, and Ocracoke. They are beloved attractions, revered as much for their beauty as for their reminder of our nation's seafaring history.

Drive on the Beach

Many vacationers flock to the Outer Banks for the thrill of driving on the beach, a rare privilege that few East Coast beach vacation destinations can offer. Miles of shoreline to explore from Ocracoke Island to Carova.

Fishing

The OBX is a fisherman's paradise. Whether you prefer charter boats, surf fishing, pier fishing, or fly fishing — the waters are some of the best in the world and offer fishing opportunities year round.

Aerial Tours

Experiencing the beauty of the Outer Banks from above is breathtaking. Kitty Hawk Kites and OBX Airplanes offer many flight packages including their famous $15 flight.

Shopping

The OBX is home to many artisans and craftsmen. Scattered along the island you will find many shops dedicated to selling local goods — from artwork to nautical décor.

Jockey's Ridge

Jockey's Ridge is the tallest natural sand dune system in the Eastern United States. Located in Nags Head, it's a great place to experience the sunset and fly a kite!

Golf

The Outer Banks is home to many great golf clubs. The closest to our homes being Sea Scape Golf Links and Nags Head Golf Links — both open to the public year round.

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