2026 Hatteras Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

5801 - About Time

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: All new stainless steel kitchen appliances. Your next Outer Banks vacation begins at About Time! Located in South Nags Head, About...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

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



SS Tranquility 76-M

Set sail on SS Tranquility, a newly-updated oceanside home located in the popular Corolla community of Ocean Sands. Major renovations for 2025 include new flooring, furniture, paint, appliances, lighting, vanities, and more! Peacefully surrounded by...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

VERANDAH BREEZE

Overview The leisurely rhythm of a bygone era floats on coastal breezes to slow the breakneck pace of everyday life at Verandah Breeze. Guests are treated to abundant entertainment features, private bedroom suites, and delightful...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

A SEA-NIC ESCAPE

With open space on both sides in Ocean Sands, “A Sea-Nic Escape” sits only 100 yards from the beach, offering stunning ocean and dune views right from the living room. Tired of just one pool? A Sea-Nic Escape offers two! Enjoy both a private...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
5/3 - 5/10
$2,138  $2,432
$294 off
5/10 - 5/17
$2,138  $2,432
$294 off
5/17 - 5/24
$2,138  $2,432
$294 off
5/24 - 5/31
$2,414  $2,740
$326 off
5/31 - 6/7
$3,121  $3,522
$401 off
6/7 - 6/14
$3,696  $4,044
$348 off
6/28 - 7/5
$4,479  $4,914
$435 off
7/5 - 7/12
$4,727  $4,914
$187 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,388  $5,127
$2,739 off
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...

Longview

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves - Sea Vista Dr. - LONGVIEW, located just across a peaceful side street from the beach offers roomy rooms, private swimming pool and plenty of deck space to stretch out and breathe in the sea air. Enter the home through a dry...

  • Waves
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

Family Time

OCEANVIEW Avon - Sandfiddler Ln. - Thinking about spending some FAMILY TIME at the beach? Well, here is the ideal location for your family. The private swimming pool is a great place to start your vacation, and the kids will adore the convenient...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

Tide Me Over

Welcome to Tide Me Over, your go-to canalfront getaway tucked inside the tranquil gates of Colington Harbour! This one-level retreat makes it easy to unwind, unplug, and soak up those Outer Banks sunsets—all without ever climbing a flight of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.