2026 Hatteras 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...

Flip Flop Inn

*Linens are not provided in 2026 Welcome to The Flip Flop Inn, a bright, cheerful, and well-maintained home just a short stroll to the beach or a bike ride to the heart of Duck. Enjoy easy access to the village’s charming shops, restaurants, and...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

SUMMER MOON

Discover SUMMER MOON in Corolla, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where every one of the 12 bedrooms has its own private bath. This oceanfront Outer Banks estate in Whalehead delivers uninterrupted Atlantic views, an elevator, a private...

  • Corolla
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 14.5 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

SONS OF THE SEA

Relax and enjoy this brightly decorated cottage which includes a private pool. Just a short stroll from the ocean (383 yards) with direct beach access. Very clean and comfortable home with amenities galore!Level 1:4 bedrooms (1 with Queen with TV...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/22 - 8/29
$2,111  $2,394
$283 off
8/29 - 9/5
$1,877  $2,119
$242 off
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...

OCEAN LUXE

Discover OCEAN LUXE in Kill Devil Hills, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental set directly on the Atlantic Ocean at Milepost 7.5. This oceanfront estate spreads 21 bedrooms, 17 with private baths, across four levels of luxury living, and adds a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • 21.5 Bathrooms
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...

Sweetwater 49

Your family will be very happy with "Sweetwater 49," located just across the street from the beach access in Southern Shores. Fabulous private pool area with a pergola covering hot tub and offering shaded seating. The sun worshipers will find...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
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...

Lazy Bones

Located in Duck/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half Bathroom This bright oceanfront beach home is tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac offering spectacular Ocean and Sound vistas from the giant wrap around decks. With bright roomy rooms and...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

Pebble Beach

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Pebble Beach is an amazing beachfront property for your family vacation in the Outer Banks! You can enjoy over 5,300 square feet of wide-open space for...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
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.