2021 Outer Banks Gifts and Specialty Items Guide

17th Street Surf Shop is where you’ll find the latest beach, skate park and nightlife fashion trends.  This Outer Banks favorite gets its name from the flagship store's address, which opened at the nearby...

If you cherish top quality kitchen tools and equipment, this store is a joy to shop at. New in 2012 at the Outer Banks Mall, A Culinary Affair offers full lines of KitchenAid, Mercer Cutlery, Cuisipro kitchen tools...

An ecelectic shop with art and crafts to spare!

If you’re a fashionista who loves to shop, you are going to love Amity. This trendy boutique offers new, must-have fashions and sassy accessories as well as high-end, pre-owned consignment pieces. You’ll...

If you are between the ages of 16 and 60 and looking for hip fashions at savvy prices, a visit to Amity is a must while shopping in Duck. Located on the beautiful Currituck Sound in the Waterfront Shops, the store...

A fab thrift store with great clothing!

A shop full of souvenirs, food, clothing with special services, too.

Atlantic Dance has been teaching kids dance on the Outer Banks since 1995. Atlantic Dance offers classes in tap, jazz, hip hop and lyrical with a primary concentration in classical ballet. At Atlantic Dance, little...

B&B Antiques is chocked full of eye-catching collectibles and treasures from the past along with lots of “other cool stuff.”You could spend days browsing through the quilts, art, furniture, glassware...

Commune with nature and take photos of the pristine Outer Banks!

You’ll find Barr-ee Station 3 waiting for you where the Boardwalk stops, at the south end of the Waterfront Shops, with it’s restful benches and light refreshments hitting the spot after a long stroll.One...

If you love to shop when you are on vacation, you will love Beach Bargains. Beach Bargains has the souvenirs, beachwear, sun and surf supplies you’ll need for a vacation on the Outer Banks. 

Regardless of whether a visitor need a prescription refill in a pinch, or just a few over the counter medications to have on hand, Beach Pharmacy of Hatteras can assist with just about every medical need in the southern...

Beach Treasures in Duck on the Outer Banks is recognized for its collections from renowned jewelry designers as well as gemstones from around the globe. Locally owned and operated, Beach Treasures in Duck is located in...

A gift and homestyle shop with a coastal flare.

Voted Best Swimsuit Shop on the Beach! Birthday Suits offers top-quality, name brand clothing for the entire family. Birthday Suits will outfit you and your family for summer, so ironically, you won’t ever find...

A pure piratical pleasure! 

An eclectic art gallery and gift shop in an old Hatteras-style home. 

Find a new beach read to enjoy along the Ocracoke shoreline, or pick up a few local treasures to share with friends back home at this popular island shop that has been delighting readers for more than three decades...

A friendly staff and small town atmosphere makes this well-equipped grocery store a pleasure to shop at, and many visitors come regularly on their annual vacation. Situated on the oceanfront next to Jennette’s...

Candy & Cork will appeal to anyone who has a sweet tooth, a salty craving or a taste for fine wine. It’s also perfect place for the kid inside all of us to come out. Located in the Waterfront Shops in Duck...

One of the newer auto parts stores on the Outer Banks, Car Quest is a locally-owned chain store that has what vehicle owners need to take care of anything from a motorcycle to a pickup truck to a SUV. Basic supplies...

A place where your imagination can feast on the fantastic, magical riches not found anywhere else.

One of the original surf shops on the Outer Banks, if not in the state of North Carolina, the quaint and friendly Cavalier has been at the same Beach Road location for more than 50 years. It’s been owned and...

Corolla Fire & Rescue Squad was established July 1, 1983 as a non-profit volunteer organization funded by Currituck County and the generous donations from our many supporters.  We have grown steadily since...

Chameleon Clogs is a different kind of shoe store for the Outer Banks, one that you might expect to see in Asheville. Located at the Shoppes at 10.5 in Nags Head, which is off the Bypass at Milepost 10.5, the store is...

The Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station is one of Rodanthe's greatest treasures. This historical lifesaving station has been a popular attraction for Hatteras Island visitors for decades, and stands on the very edge of the...

Chip’s Wine, Beer and Cigars has a selection of over 2,000 wines and 600 beers so you can find the perfect beverage for an evening dinner, day at the beach or to share with friends. The friendly service at...

Girls and women of all ages know and love Claire’s Accessories, a store that’s been the world’s leading specialty retailers of fashionalbe accessories. Claire’s offers a fun and creative...

Whenever you need a break from the beach, Cloud Nine is a great place for some creative renewal. This very cool shop was established here in 1988, and its since been a favorite for locals and visitors looking for unique...

An eclectic gift shop with clothing and jewelry.

Compass Rose is a gift and art shop specializing in ceramics and other handcrafted and imported items. They are delighted that visitors exclaim " “Hey, this isn’t the same old crap!”  Compass...

Listen to the siren’s call and find treasures for your heart, soul and home. The Copper Mermaid features Photography of the OBX Beach Bum, Roy Edlund. Local, regional and American artists represented. Artwork...

CorningWare Correlle & More bakeware has married exceptional performance and versatile design with an eye toward the modern are part of your everyday life. Get entertaining ideas, recipes and more and put...

A fun stop for candles, bath & body and more.

A fll service surf shop offering lessons, new equipment, clothing and rentals. 

Horse-inspired gifts for a good cause!

Hand rolled cigars, cold beer, romantic candles and all the accoutraments!

Tucked away in the charming community of Avon Village, this classic gift shop has a lot of local flavor, and plenty of surprises that are wholly unique on Hatteras Island. Small in stature but big on charm, Country...

Croatan Bookery sits like sort of an anachronism on the ever-changing Bypass, the main drag that runs from Kitty Hawk through Nags Head. There’s nothing new about it, including its unused books.In fact some of its...

A full-service pharmacy with products for health, home, beauty and gifts.

Dekor, in the heart of Scarborough Lane Shoppes is your one-stop-shop for all things trendy and unique. Dekor specializes in bar and kitchenware, party themed napkins, vases, unique gifts, contemporary wall art and...

Stationed on the edge of NC Highway 12, the new-in-2017 Diamond Shoals Farm Market is quickly becoming a favorite destination for locals and visitors on the hunt for fresh produce and goodies that originated from the...

Dianne’s Lavish Linens - the name says it all! Located in the Scarborough Lane Shoppes and nestled between Birthday Suites and The Mystic Jewel, Dianne’s Lavish Linens is a ‘must’ on your...

Relax, restore, eliminate toxins and build healthy tissue with the extensive services offered by Diva’s Day Spa. Put your mind in true-vacation mode with massage therapy, facial, a new haircut, manicure, pedicure...

Dockside ‘N Duck Seafood Market has been owned and operated by a local family of commercial fishermen and farmers since 1987.  The owner (a commercial fishmen) has been featured on N.C. Flavor for Currituck...

Forget to pack something, or run out of time? Stock up on all the odds and ends you will need during your vacation at The Dollar Tree in Kill Devil Hills. With all items priced at $1.00, you’re sure to find a...

An eclectic, beachy gallery that celebrates all things Outer Banks! 

Located in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, Donna Designs offers a unique Outer Banks shopping opportunity. Specializing in wearable art, owner Donna Haddon has been hand painting designs for resort clothing for more than...

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks...

A brand new bookstore in downtown Manteo, Ducks Cottage & Downtown Books is a year-round, eclectic shop with lots to enjoy. Three cozy chairs take center stage in the shop that has elevated most of its books above...

If you enjoy a good cup of coffee and a good book, a stop into Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Bookshop is a must. Located in a historic gun shop next to the pond in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, a visit to...

Looking for gifts, home decor or something unique, shop here! 

Talk about getting lost in a store! Edith’s Gallery, located in Central Square, features five rooms stuffed with antiques and vintage items and lots of cool “junque.” There’s wonderful finds to...

Browse through antiques including stained glass windows, collectables, jewelry and clothing.

The gallery and studio of a local jewelry designer. 

Exotic Home offers unique furniture and accessories, antiques and one-of-a-kind reclaimed wood furniture and accents from around the globe as well as quality American made upholstery and furniture lines from top...

A discount store with all your basic needs and occasional suprises!

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



A full-service kite shop and repair center. 

The slogan of this casual women’s clothing store says it all: “ Where everything is fun, sassy & chic!”. Designer labels Lucy Love, Element, Angie, Tom’s Shoes, Glam, C-Luce, Guess Suits...

If you are an antique hunter and are looking for an eclectic selection, you can’t miss a trip to Freedom Antiques at Buccaneer’s Walk in Kitty Hawk.  Owners Sue Norris and Grady Lassiter opened the...

A Native American Museum featuring artifacts from local indigenous people.

Frisco Tackle is your one-stop shop on Hatteras Island for all your fishing and beach needs. From sunscreen to rod and reel rentals, you can be sure to find what you are looking for at one of the island’s favorite...

Campground stores don’t get much better than the one at the Frisco Woods Campground. At the Frisco Woods Camp Store, you can find everything you need for the perfect Outer Banks camping trip and you will without a...

A campground, convenince store and watersport site rolled into one. 

A year-round restaurant, bar and gift shop.

The most unique souvenir you could bring home from the Outer Banks is one you make yourself. At the Garden of Beadin’ in Kill Devil Hills, you can make your own jewelry and learn about beading. 

A family-run business with generations of artists showing with other locals. 

Glazin’ Go-Nuts Paint Your Own Pottery offers a creative and fun activity for the whole family. There’s no better souvenir than your own, uniquely painted pottery that will remind you of this unforgettable...

More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve...

This shop, painted bright ocean blue on the outside, has been in business at its same Beach Road location and owned by the same proprietor since 1977.  You know when a business has existed for that long on the...

Once a small card shop at the Outer Banks Mall, in 2012 Hallmark moved two stores to the south and more than tripled in size. Now 3,400-square feet, the store offers a lot more than greeting cards. Of course...

A marina, accomodations, deli and gift store wrapped up in one. 

Hatteras Island's #1 shop for men's, women's, & kid's, beach lifestyle apparel, swimwear, equipment sales/rentals, surf lessons, & so much more!

A store dedicated to quality toys for children of all ages.

At Heidi’s Fine Jewelry you’ll find a great selection of fine, estate and sterling silver jewelry as well as beautiful creations by local artists. Owner Heidi Meyer can even change your wristwatch batteries...

A shell-themed shop with gifts and boutique clothing galore.

Sterling Silver jewelry, fun fashion jewelry, and cute OBX jewelry, lots of gifts to choose from! Our sterling silver Outer Banks Beads (obx beads) are beautiful genuine 925 sterling silver. They represent your Outer...

A fun stop for coastal gifts, decor and art.