2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Even Steven

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.This ocean side property in Poteskeet Village has a casual décor and living spaces and is located within easy walking distance to the beach. Shady deck...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

Sea And Sand 245

Experience gorgeous ocean views from this lovely vacation home! Sea and Sand is equipped with everything you need for a great Outer Banks family vacation. Just 50 feet across Rt-12 you have an access shared by just a few homes perfect for your...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

VH216 The Crab Shack at Villas of Hatter...

Welcome to The Crab Shack at the Villas of Hatteras Island by KEES Vacations! Rarely do getaways have a smaller getaway built into them, but that's exactly what you will find at Hatteras. While the Outer Banks is a place overflowing with culture...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
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...

ARABELLA

Arabella gives all ten bedrooms their own private bath, then adds a tiered home theater seating twelve, a recreation room, and an elevator to reach it all. This oceanfront Carolina Designs escape sits at Milepost 8 in Kill Devil Hills, just...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 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...

Dune Crest

Wake up to stunning, golden sunrises over the Atlantic and the unforgettable sight of dolphins gliding just offshore at this pet-friendly oceanfront retreat in the sought-after Southern Shores community of the Outer Banks. Designed for memorable...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
9/9 - 9/16
$6,197  $7,697
$1,500 off
9/10 - 9/17
$6,701  $7,701
$1,000 off
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...

4919 - The Leonardo

MP 4.5. BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! THIS IS A PET FREE HOME. New for 2026: French Door Refrigerator with Dual Icemaker in Kitchen. The Leonardo...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 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...

7933 - Salty Sea-Gal

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Salty Sea-Gal, where you are sure to enjoy all the beauty and comforts of Hatteras Island. This charming beach home is just a short...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...