2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...

Beach House

Located in Kitty Hawk/ 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsLocated RIGHT ON THE BEACH in Kitty Hawk, this Beach House offers traditional Outer Banks appeal and character with modern features and refreshed furnishings. Catch the sunrise from the sizable...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

PERIWINKLE PARADISE

Overview Periwinkle Paradise is just four houses from the ocean, this spacious Southern Shores home allows you to enjoy ocean views, sea breezes, and all of the amenities you'll need for a comfortable and entertaining stay. Nestled...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

Horatio's Hideaway

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Laura Lane - Sister Home: This is one of two nearly identical homes sitting beside each other – rent one or both for your group. Or if this home is already rented for your week, take a look at its sister home Captain Beck’s...

  • Rodanthe
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

LandShark

Appreciate the beauty of Corolla Light while sitting on the new cavernous deck refreshed for the 2025 season. Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 4 Full BathroomsLand Shark has something for everybody in your family: three 50" flat-screen TVs, Xbox...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

5716 - Crosswinds

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! At Crosswinds, you get the best of the sound and the sea! This fun, family-friendly home is in a great location and gives you everything you need...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Pura Vida 518

If you love the unique coastal environment the Outer Banks provides, then Pura Vida is the home for you! This beautiful Nags Head home has something for the whole family. The spacious and well-designed layout is perfect for a worry-free and relaxing...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

A Latitude Attitude

New for 2024:  New paint throughout upper level 2 bedrooms and all common areas, New flooring in all bedrooms.  Carpet removed.  New living room furniture.  Kitchen countertops replaced.Have a welcome retreat from the pressures and stress, and...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11

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...