2026 Manteo Activities Guide

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Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Ocean's 11

OCEANVIEW Salvo- Galleon Drive With so many amenities to keep your gang entertained, you won’t want to miss out on a vacation at OCEAN'S 11. Start your stay with an afternoon calming by the private pool and welcoming hot tub. There's plenty of...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

045 | Shore to Please

Bright, Open, and Nicely Decorated with that coastal feel, excellent Ocean Views, and Easy Access to the Beach. Relax and enjoy all this terrific home has to provide including the great ocean views from the top level living/dining/kitchen area and...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

La Chancleta CV-67

Kick off your flip flops and settle into laid-back beach living at La Chancleta, a welcoming oceanside retreat located on the secluded 4x4 beaches of Carova. Surrounded by natural beauty and just a short stroll from the ocean, this spacious getaway...

  • Carova
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
6/19 - 6/26
$2,890  $3,790
$900 off
6/26 - 7/3
$3,125  $4,125
$1,000 off
7/24 - 7/31
$3,298  $4,298
$1,000 off
8/21 - 8/28
$2,681  $2,881
$200 off
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Beach Ball Villa

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomCreating family memories is what "Beach Ball Villa" is all about! Located just a block to the oceanfront community activity area, 3 oceanfront pools, eateries...not to mention the...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
6/21 - 6/28
$3,242  $3,536
$294 off
7/7 - 7/14
$3,695  $4,039
$344 off
7/19 - 7/26
$3,695  $4,039
$344 off
8/16 - 8/23
$3,812  $4,169
$357 off
8/23 - 8/30
$3,382  $3,691
$309 off
Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course...

LAZY DAYS

Enjoy wide open views and beautiful sunsets over the nearby sound from this striking house built atop one of the highest dunes in Southern Shores. Lazy Days features all the extras that make this house special for those who stay. Outfitted with...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
7/5 - 7/12
$4,621  $5,333
$712 off
8/9 - 8/16
$4,107  $4,529
$422 off
8/16 - 8/23
$3,787  $4,007
$220 off
8/23 - 8/30
$3,365  $3,674
$309 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,889  $3,203
$314 off
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

5821 - Sugar Magnolia

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Roof and Hot Tub. Home will be Pet Free for 2027 A home that’s fit for your family’s needs, Sugar Magnolia has it all! This...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Mahi Madness HC-107

Mahi Madness is the perfect spot for you and your family. This charming, multi-level, semi-oceanfront three bedroom house is 100 feet away from the beach access! The under house entry takes you to the first level. A laundry room is on this level for...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
6/28 - 7/5
$2,410  $2,710
$300 off
7/5 - 7/12
$2,410  $2,710
$300 off
7/19 - 7/26
$2,410  $2,710
$300 off
8/2 - 8/9
$2,161  $2,461
$300 off
8/16 - 8/23
$1,714  $2,014
$300 off
8/23 - 8/30
$1,565  $1,865
$300 off
8/30 - 9/6
$1,415  $1,715
$300 off
9/6 - 9/13
$1,415  $1,715
$300 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,266  $1,566
$300 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,266  $1,566
$300 off
Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course, and more, these fitness activities feature a safe environment for families and groups to make memories while getting their heart rate pumping!

Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots to catch blue crabs and trawl for shrimp the same way that the local commercial fishermen do. You’ll learn about the species caught and how to sort through the catch – and everything of legal size is yours to keep for dinner! Along the way...

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.

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 organization,  conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given...

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 factual narration on the bottlenose dolphin, a type of dolphin found along the Atlantic coast. Dolphin mating and birthing can be observed on many cruises. 

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 beaches in America! We are The Outer Bank's Only Ghost Tour that uses Ghost Detectors! Book now for the time of your afterlife! 

Wright Brothers National Memorial

The Wright Brothers National Memorial is a "Must See" attraction for any Outer Banks aviation enthusiast, history lover, and virtually any Kill Devil Hills vacationer who wants an up-close look at the towering granite structure that towers over the...

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

The Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove Marina is a beautiful event venue with waterfront views from every seat. When planning a wedding on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, there is no other location that can compare to Pirate’s Cove. Our...

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 covers all aspects of Outer Banks...

Foliage fans and gardening enthusiasts from all over the country will love a day trip to the Elizabethan Gardens. Tucked away in Manteo within the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, this 10 acre Roanoke soundfront locale is home to hundreds of...