2026 Hatteras Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

BEACH BREAK

Watch the dolphins play and the sunrise over the Atlantic. Then, relax while watching the sunset over the Currituck Sound all from the comfort of "Beach Break." Located high on the hill for which Sandhills was named, this fabulous home boasts...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
2/14 - 2/21
$2,728  $3,150
$422 off
2/21 - 2/28
$2,728  $3,150
$422 off
2/28 - 3/7
$2,728  $3,150
$422 off
3/7 - 3/14
$2,728  $3,150
$422 off
3/14 - 3/21
$2,728  $3,150
$422 off
3/21 - 3/28
$2,728  $3,150
$422 off
3/28 - 4/4
$3,059  $3,301
$242 off
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

Bali Hai

Welcome to Bali Hai - K0523, your ultimate coastal retreat at Milepost 3 in charming Kitty Hawk. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the pull of the ocean and the promise of relaxation. Start your mornings on the top deck with coffee in hand...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Summer Set

This fabulous home has a fresh new outlook for your family to enjoy! Enjoy partial ocean views from the rooftop deck over the screened porch or relax and catch some rays by the private pool with wrap around decks ready for everyone to sun, fun and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

El Sueno

Live The Dream; Get All The Luxury Of An 8 Bedroom In A 5 El Sueno is Spanish for 'The Dream', and now you can get the vacation of your dreams in a house that's just the right size for your family. Experience the enchantment of El Sueno, where soft...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

K0315 Moonstone Manor 3 Bedroom Condo at...

Welcome to Moonstone Manor at Hamilton Cay Reserve! Escape to Hamilton Cay Reserve, a premier soundfront luxury vacation rental in the Outer Banks! This newly built, pet-friendly condo (Unit 302) offers the perfect combination of comfort and...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Surround Sound

SOUNDFRONT Rodanthe — Cross of Honor Way — Ready to ditch life’s sensory overload for the gentle pace of soundfront living? Immerse yourself in SURROUND SOUND, a four-level, five-bedroom/five-bathroom home where calming moments, calming...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Moge Tee

QUALITY YOU CAN SEE, FRESHNESS YOU CAN TASTE! Every cup made to order with the freshest ingredients and handcrafted loose leaf tea brewed to perfection! Combining all the natural gifts from mother nature!

1886 - Got Beach

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! A semi-oceanfront paradise, we’ll make sure you Got Beach during your entire Outer Banks vacation! This beautiful Outer Banks vacation rental...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms

Fish or go a pirating on board the Cap'N Clam

Fun, family-oriented and professional fishing and maritime trips. 

Embark on an adventure that you and your crew will never forget with a fun Hatteras Island expedition that is commandeered by Godspeed Charters. This Hatteras village-based charter business features a wide range of activities for families of all...

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 the maritime culture of the...

Enjoy recreational watersports and guided tours. 

A variety of family-friendly fishing trips and cruises.

Memorable, enjoyable and convenient. The Ocracoke Express is the new and easy passenger & bicycle ferry to Ocracoke. Leave your vehicle behind and sail directly to Ocracoke Village, within walking or biking distance of all the village has to...