2026 Hatteras Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Windsong

OCEANVIEW Waves - Island Pines Drive - WINDSONG is ideally located and designed to take advantage of all the best Hatteras Island has to offer. This island heaven is just two tons back from the ocean (with direct beach access), one block away...

  • Waves
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

Sea Whisper

OCEANFRONT Frisco - Tide's Edge Rd. Twin Home: This is one of two nearly identical 6,450 sq. ft. sizable homes on the same road. Rent one or both homes for your group – ideal for accommodating huge-scale get-togethers, multi-generational...

  • Frisco
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

R-6 | The Regency Condominium

Nicely decorated, bright and cheerful, second floor unit that features great Ocean Views, Covered Porch, and a Community Swimming Pool for your vacation enjoyment. Relax, take in the cool ocean breeze from your Private Covered Deck or take a Stroll...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

PRIME TIME

You will spend "prime time" at this family-friendly and pet-friendly oceanside cottage. Direct street access to beach with no roads to cross. Two decks (one for sun, one for shade) with seating, hammock, and swing. Traffic light at Thirteenth Avenue...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

First Wind 394

First Wind is one of the most unique building sites on the Outer Banks, with panoramic 180-degree views of stunning dunes, waves breaking on the beach, and even the Wright Brothers Memorial from the screened porch!Lounge by the dunetop pool that...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

HONOR

Overview Welcome to Honor, a grand oceanfront estate specifically designed for those vacationing in large groups. Guests who reserve this home are treated to a host of gathering areas for leisure and recreation, and eighteen bedroom...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • 19.5 Bathrooms
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...

Cool Breeze

Cool Breeze is a great beach escape for families or small groups, offering comfort and convenience in central Nags Head. This tri-level home features a ground-to-top-level ramp, ensuring ease of access for everyone. The interior design balances...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18

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...