2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

Bangarang Beach House

OCEANSIDE Salvo - Merrimac Ln. - New for 2027 - Step into a world where you never have to grow up at BANGARANG BEACH HOME, a vibrant five-bedroom/four-full and two-half-bath home where countless excitement and beachside relaxation collide. Named...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

135 | Sunflower

This Outstanding Kitty Hawk Vacation Home is located in a quiet, residential area, offers good Ocean Views, and is a short walk from the Beach (Just 1 Block w/Direct Access). Thoughtfully designed w/many upgraded features and touches including...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

THE JADE WAVE

The Jade Wave puts a Carolina Designs oceanfront escape at your fingertips. This six-bedroom home at Milepost 11.5 pairs a 27-foot private pool and covered-deck hot tub with wide oceanside decks and tropical style. Ocean views reach three...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Sea II Views

Walk down the driveway to the access to the beach (only 100 feet) with no road to cross. Get a great ocean view for a semi-oceanfront price! Experience ocean sunrises and sound sunsets. The top level of the home features an open floor plan and is...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

4214 - Endless Summer

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Endless Summer is your next vacation destination. Located in Duck, this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Broja Capri 83-K

This breezy vacation home has everything that a family (or two!) would need to get the very most of Corolla with all it has to offer. In the Ocean Sands community and in great proximity to the beautiful northern beaches, this cottage is ideal for...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

Bre Ale's Lighthouse

Bre Ale's Lighthouse boasts bright & beachy decor and will make an amazing backdrop for your family's Outer Banks memories. With breathtaking ocean views of the Atlantic Ocean and a very private pool and hot tub, this home has something to offer...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms

An Italian and American restaurant with a huge recreation room including pool tables. 

Lighthouse Horse Rides in Buxton offers horseback riding experiences on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Rides are suitable for ages 8 and up, and Lighthouse Horse Rides works hard to accommodate family members with disabilities. Ride opportunities...

The Museum of the Sea in Buxton, North Carolina, is a delightful treasure trove for those fascinated by maritime history and culture. This charming museum offers visitors an engaging glimpse into the rich heritage of the coastal region, showcasing...