2026 Nags Head Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Eagle Quay

Kick back, soak up the sun, and make unforgettable memories at Eagle Quay! Relax in the screened-in hot tub just off the main living area, or unwind on the front, rear, or rooftop decks with stunning panoramic views. The spacious Great Room with a...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

Shore Beats Work II

Leave your work behind, and enjoy the beach life at Shore Beats Work!  This home is beautifully decorated in soft blue and green beach tones throughout.  Plenty of space for the entire family to gather together, or have private time on one of many...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
7/2 - 7/9
$4,110  $4,610
$500 off
7/7 - 7/14
$4,289  $4,789
$500 off
8/22 - 8/29
$4,881  $5,112
$231 off
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

Sunset Cottage

Now accepting Flex Stays year-round (with the exception of July and August) with a 3-nighttime minimum!Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half Bathroom Be the first to stay in this brand-new LAKE FRONT, sunset view home in the...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 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...

Over The Dune QUAY-C2

Only 150 feet from the beach, Over the Dune is ready to become your new OBX oceanfront oasis. Located in The Quay condominium complex in Nags Head, this three-bedroom and three-bathroom condo boasts tasteful decor and numerous amenities that will...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...

K8033 Part Time 3 Bedroom Semi-Oceanfron...

Welcome To Part Time By KEES Vacations! Part Time is a semi oceanfront home located just across the street from the Atlantic Ocean. This single story beach cottage offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Step inside to an open concept living...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

K6305 To the Beach and Back

Welcome To the Beach and Back by KEES Vacations! **NEW FOR 2026: Enjoy newly rebuilt decks across the entire home! A quiet morning. You wake to the sound of Atlantic waves gently buffeting marble shores, as a distant wind is absorbed by dunes and...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

Surf's Up Rodanthe

OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - South Shore Dr. - Take a break from your busy life and relax at SURF’S UP RODANTHE. Float around the private pool or sit back on the pool area seating. Watch the pool from the screened porch or savor the air conditioning...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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.

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...

Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman.  Give us a call at 252-441-6301 ext. 1

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and...

Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Beach Braids

For the Best Outer Banks hair wraps, cornrows, jagua tattoos, full color temporary tattoos, fancy hair wraps, reggae hemp wraps, beach braids or gypsy braids … There is only one place to go — Beach Braids - Hair Wraps & Henna...

Climb Aboard the Crystal Dawn Head Boat and Enjoy an Awesome Day of Head Boat Fishing or an Amazing Sunset Cruise! Bring the Whole Family! Fish for a variety of species, including spot, croaker, flounder, grey trout, speckled trout...

Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.