2021 Outer Banks Gifts and Specialty Items Guide

A gallery & studio that specializes in jewelry and fine art & crafts. 

For more than 20 years, Island Cycles provides the area's only professional mechanics, full service bicycle shop, all kinds of bicycle rentals and sales, kayak, surf and stand up paddle board rentals Etc.

A locals favorite, Island Gallery & Christmas Shop makes for an exciting day trip. 

A skate and surf shop and skate board park all in one.

The finest imported cigars and specialty tobacco are featured products at this upscale store.  An impressive selection of hand-blown glass pipes in every size, design and color is also available. Many of the pipes...

This store sells tasteful home décor and art that goes beyond the typical beach-themed tourist offerings.  Merchandise in stock is eclectic and high quality, from folk art to garden items to purses. ...

Islander Flags is a great place to pick up a unique gift or souvenir during your trip to the Outer Banks. Established in 1987, Islander Flags is a full service flag store that has served locals and tourists alike for...

You could spend all day in Kellogg’s Cottage Shop and still not see everything it offers. From specialty sauces and snacks, to hardware, to home and lawn maintenance and décor and even pet supplies...

A full-service hardware store with five locations - some with home decor!  

Biking on the Outer Banks is a favorite past time. Many visitors and residents opt for a beach cruiser, taking their time to cruise leisurely using the bike paths along highway 12. 

A clay studio and art gallery with plenty of gift choices. 

Knitting Addiction in Kill Devil Hills is a yarn junkie’s paradise. If you love to knit, there’s no need to miss your hobby while you are on vacation in the Outer Banks. At Knitting Addiction, you will...

An eclectic Latin store with a wide variety of foods and gifts. 

An old fashion general store not to miss! 

Here’s a place you can’t help feeling happy visiting. Founded in 1994 by brothers Bert and John Jacobs, Life is Good is centered around products featuring a simple drawing of a character, Jake, and his...

 Awarded the Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor for 2016! Braids by Life on a Sandbar & Braids is about fun and creating memories. We specialize in: braids, hair wraps, feather extensions, as well...

Life’s A Beach, A Lilly Pulitzer® Via Shop, has a full line of the popular line of Lilly Pulitzer designer clothing, including both women’s and children’s sizes and accessories to match almost any...

A fun clothing shop geared to teenage girls and young women, the Lil’Grass Shack has a long history on the Outer Banks. It began as the Bikini Hut in 1987. The location moved a couple of times before it landed...

Lovie's menu is a garden of earthly delights.

Nestled in the corner of Scarborough Faire Shoppes is Luxury boutique where you can find all things lingerie and beauty. Whether you are a local or just visiting, you have to make this store a must during your next...

A full-service frame shop specializing in conservation framing.

This store claims to be the only personal, state-of-the-art engraving service store on the Outer Banks.  Located next to the Outer Banks Bear Store,  professional engraving is offered on nearly all materials...

Manteo Blacksmith shop is the blacksmith shop of Randy Hodges, located at the KDH Cooperative Gallery and Studios, which is an artist community in Kill Devil Hills. The work created at Manteo Blacksmith Shop is usually...

Shoes for the outdoors are Merrell’s specialty.  Choices have expanded greatly since the company was founded in 1981 with what was then a revolutionary hiking boot. Now consumers can purchase all kinds of...

A fascinating gift shop with nature, gems and jewelry as its focus. 

Treat your senses and indulge in a few culinary delights with a stop at this Ocracoke shop that is literally brimming with flavor. The Moonraker Tea Shop is a relatively new addition to the Ocracoke shopping scene, but...

 Mustang Sally's: think summer apparel for the entire family, jewelry and gifts.

Beautiful jewelry and antique offerings in a gracefully appointed shop.

An ecclectic gift and home styles shop in downtown Manteo. 

Opened in 2002, shortly before the Outer Banks’ first annual Bike Week, the Nags Head Harley-Davidson sells just about everything a hog rider would want except the motorcycle. The shop gives a nod to local outlaws...

A full-service gardening center with lots of service options. 

An exquisite lifestyle store that brings elegance to everyday. 

The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island has become a beloved attraction for Outer Banks vacationers and an annual outing for seasoned visitors who are young and young at heart. The 68,000-square-foot complex...

Large Variety of Exotic Seashells, Corals, Marine Taxidermy, Sea Shell Jewelry, Nautical Decor. The humble seashell is an iconic symbol of family trips to the beach and a keepsake for thousands of Outer Banks...

Make jewelry using beads, and buy your supplies here.

Clothing, beach gear, jewelry, souvenirs and gifts.

Work and gift items by national artists abound at Ocean Treasures with over 150 pieces of art on display. Surely you have heard of the late Thomas Kinkade, referred to as the painter of light? He is featured...

Whether you’re in need of some cool beach apparel to enjoy on the Ocracoke shoreline, or are just looking for a few little treasures to bring back to friends and family back home, the Ocracoke Island Trading...

No trip to Ocracoke Island can be complete without a visit to the Preservation Society’s Museum and Gift Shop. The building that houses the Museum, along with the Society and its collections are a testimony to the...

Antique stained glass and gifts galore!

Tucked away down Light Plant Road in Buxton, Old Gray House Gifts is a century-old island home turned coastal gift shop. Offering shells, handmade crafts, plants, yard art, driftwood, canned goods, coffee, home...

Not only can you find the cutest stuffed bears here, you can also select just the bear you want, stuff it and buy adorable clothing to dress him or her.  There’s an enormous selection of Teddy Mountain...

An independent family-owned surf shop in Nags Head, the Outer Banks Boarding Company is a friendly place that local and out-of-town surfers depend on for inside tips on the best local surf spots and conditions. ...

The Outer Banks is known as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic” because of the hundreds of shipwrecks off the coast, which is the reason it’s a favorite destination for shipwreck divers, spear fishermen...

Locally-owned Outer Banks Furniture, located at Milepost 14 off the Bypass, bills itself as having the largest showroom on the Outer Banks. With more than 20,000 square feet at the Outer Banks Mall store filled with...

Located in the heart of Duck, Outer Banks Boarding Company is the your source for skateboarding, surfing...everything the Outer Banks is about! Rentals and retail options available. Brand names the kids will recognize...

Greetings from the Outer Barks! Visiting the Outer Banks? From Ocracoke, Hatteras Island, Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Southern Shores, Duck, Corolla and Carova, we are the number one destination for dog...

At Outlets Nags Head, we’re committed to bringing you the ultimate shopping experience. For us, that means guiding you towards the best deals at your favorite designer and brand-name stores. And, thanks to our...

An eclectic, delightful gift store on Ocracoke Island.

Pea Island is an eclectic art gallery overflowing with creativity. 

Located in Buccaneers Walk shopping center in Kitty Hawk, The Peanut Shop of Kitty Hawk has the largest variety of peanuts and unique gifts on the Outer Banks. Surrounded by antique stores, an ice cream shop, toy store...

Pirate fans and landlubbers alike will find something unique and fun at Pirate's Chest Gift Shop, a favorite destination for kids of all ages that’s located in charming Ocracoke village. From shells to local...

Shop for tackle and leisure wear as well as sunglasses and snacks.

Situated in the center of Avon, Pirates Beachwear is a colorful destination that’s packed with all the gear that visitors need to enjoy long and happy days on the Hatteras Island beaches. This colorful souvenir...

From surfing lessons and kayak tours to all the gear you’ll need to stay active on the Ocracoke beaches, Ride the Wind Surf Shop has everything under the sun for island visitors who want to uncover all the...

A fun beachy shop with shells, driftwood, gifts and more!

Celebrate the origins of America with a fascinating and purely entertaining visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 25-acre historic site, an easy stroll from the downtown Manteo waterfront, is a popular summer...

Beachy clothing gifts, taffy, toys and more!

Locally owned and operated, Rock-A-Bye Baby boasts that it is the only full service kids store on the Outer Banks. This store may look small from the outside, but don’t let appearances fool you. It is stuffed to...

A spacious shop filled with art and gifts. 

For Sara DeSpain, these fragile sand banks serve as more than artistic inspiration. The OBX is her physical and spiritual home and the very essence of the pieces she creates.Take for example her exquisite gold and...

Tasteful, bold, and original are words that come to mind while strolling through this charming home boutique at Duck Commons.Savvy’s exterior is as inviting as home itself, with the aroma from the rosemary bush at...

A must-do stop to satisfy your sweet tooth!

A photographer who creates beautiful photographs of Outer Bans landscapes, seascapes and flora and fauna. 

If you are looking for a diverse collection of handcrafts and fine arts made exclusively by American artisans, you are sure to find it at Sea Dragon Gallery.  For the past 12 years, the gallery in the Waterfront...

For an incredible selection of ocean-themed decor and gifts while shopping in the Outer Banks, visit Sea Isle Gifts and Lamp Shop in Kill Devil HIlls. This gift and lamp shop is full of seashells, starfish and beautiful...

Fina art sea glass jewelry at its best! 

Themed on recycled and repurposed materials, Seagreen Gallery is one of the newest and most innovative art establishments on the Outer Banks.  This is a great place to find a one-of-a-kind gift for someone who has...

A great stop for interesting art and jewelry.

One of the oldest authentic surf shops on the Outer Banks, Secret Spot has been surfer-owned at the same location since the early 1980s.  Store founder Steve Hess started board shaping in 1971, and his...

This is not just a nostalgic fun store. Sure, it’s got the candy and toys that were popular in the good ol’ days. But more so, this is where you can find the classics --- the toys and sweets that have lasted...

An authentic Outer Banks treasure, this shell shop is one of the oldest family-owned stores in Nags Head, and it is without a doubt one of the most interesting.  Opened in 1954 by Woodrow Stetson, a Coast...

A full-service fabric shop with lots of quilting fabric choices.

A Mecca for jewelry and art with a working studio.

Think elegant. Imagine divine. Then hightail it to Sleeping In for your dreams to come true. This boutique located in downtown Manteo is filled with linens, accessories, gifts, clothing and more.

Opened in 1990, this store is still sometimes called an antique shop, but the owner said it is more accurately described as a quirky little shop that sells some antiques.  What it is mostly known for is its signage...

There’s a lot more than “fishy” things at this store, which is much bigger than it looks from the road.  With island music getting customers in the mood as soon as they step inside, the store...

Something Old Something New is a unique vintage store in Kill Devil Hills, where you can get creative with your own unique style. With vintage, gently-used offerings as well as new offerings, there’s a lot to...

Koru Village is a four-acre campus with health for mind, body and spirit in mind. 

Fudge, ice cream and fun, creative activities!