Things to do in Outer Banks

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Outer Banks Attractions

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What to do in Outer Banks

Free Things to Do in Outer Banks

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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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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Sandbridge Beach featuring hiking or walking and a sandy beach as well as an individual male

Sandbridge

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travelers enjoy Sandbridge for its beaches and parks. Consider checking out Sandbridge Beach while you're in the area.

Sandbridge
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 Outer Banks Beaches.

Whalehead Beach
Sunset

Corolla Light

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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

Corolla Light
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

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

Ocean Sands
Beautiful waves of corolla beach #BVSBlue

Pine Island

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

Pine Island might not have many top sights, but The Sanderling Spa and Corolla Raceway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pine Island

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