2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

7913 - Southern Comfort

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Southern hospitality awaits you at Southern Comfort. Located in the heart of Hatteras, this oceanfront Outer Banks vacation home is perfect for...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

Quack-N-Bush 193-A

Welcome to Quack-N-Bush, a comfortable home nestled in the oaks of the Sea Hawk community in Duck, boasting everything you need for a relaxing Outer Banks vacation!Spend your days lounging by the private pool or playing on the beach, conveniently...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...

Half Back A-104

Soak in the bubbly hot tub after a long day on the beach or relax on the sundeck with built in seating. Try some water sports activities that Hatteras Island is famous for or take in the local scenes with a fun-filled day of sightseeing. Enjoy the...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

Jus' Chillin'

OCEANVIEW Avon - Hatteras Lane -Imagine yourself JUS' CHILLIN' on the decks of this striking beach home in the middle of Avon within walking distance of shopping, eateries and of course the beach. A roomy game room welcomes you into this 3,830 sq...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Pearl by the Sea

OCEANVIEW Salvo - Cutlass Lane - Make it your goal to score a great vacation this year at PEARL BY THE SEA. This alluring oceanview home, just 2 tons from the ocean and only one block from the beach access, will accommodate the active family with...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
OBX Shipping Center

We are the only Authorized Shipping Center on the OBX for FedEx, UPS and DHL. Come to OBX Shipping Center for all your shipping and office needs. We offer Notary services, copies, faxing, laminating, among other office services. You do the...

4746 - Sandy Feet Retreat

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy your OBX getaway at Sandy Feet Retreat! This 5-bedroom 4.5 bathroom Signature Series home is a great choice if...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

136 | Beach Spray

This fantastic vacation home is located only 3 lots back from the Ocean w/a short walk to the beach via deeded Beach Access and has everything your family needs for a great time on the Outer Banks. Nicely decorated, spacious home is situated on a...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
6/28 - 7/4
$6,495  $6,795
$300 off
7/5 - 7/11
$6,495  $6,795
$300 off

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...