2026 Buxton Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

Merlion Haven

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo — Wind Over Waves — With the grace of a mermaid and the heart of a lion, MERLION HAVEN pulls off the ideal balance as a sanctuary of calm and a base for energetic pursuits. Located in an fresh community of handsome homes...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 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...

CASA SONADA II

This bright, airy, well-equipped home is located in a quiet, peaceful, low-traffic neighborhood, with paved bike paths and community tennis courts nearby; short walk to beach; easy access to nearby shopping without going on the highways. Separate...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Paws in the Water

OCEANFRONT Avon — Ocean View Dr. — When the dog days of summer have you yearning for the beach, lead your pack to PAWS IN THE WATER, a five-bedroom/three- and one-half-bath home perched on the ocean’s edge. Enhanced by the natural elements of...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

SUMMER OASIS

Just north of Jennette's Pier at Milepost 16, Summer Oasis rises above the sand as a Parade of Homes award-winning oceanfront home in the Carolina Designs collection. Every one of the eight bedrooms claims its own private bath, and a custom 20...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 10 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...

I'm Free 208-B

Experience all that the Outer Banks has to offer while vacationing at I’m Free, a semi oceanfront home in Kitty Hawk boasting great amenities including a heated pool, a hot tub, ocean views, and a fire pit!I’m Free is located on the beach road...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

288 | Island Escape

A fantastic Beach Vacation awaits when You choose this elegant Kitty Hawk home. Attention to detail is evident with beautiful furnishings throughout along with upgraded features that include a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, tiled...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

Sandy Toes

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.No problem spending all your time on the beach at ‘Sandy Toes’ with sandy toes. This appealing property has a great location (semi-oceanfront) with...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13

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...