2026 Nags Head Rainy Day 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...

7657 - Dragon's Lair

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW SATURDAY TURN FOR 2026! NEW FOR 2025: Enclosed screen porch and replace outside stairway connecting porch to ground. Welcome to Dragon's...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

Ra's Roost 161-C

Centrally located in the cute and quaint Town of Duck, this oceanside home is the perfect beach retreat for families looking for comfort, convenience, and style. Located in the Bayberry Bluffs community, access to the Duck Boardwalk dotted with...

  • Duck
  • 4 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...

The Russell Cottage

Located in Southern Shores/ 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomTake in the impressive ocean vistas from this Outer Banks Oceanfront vacation home. This handsome home offers the semi-traditional Nags Head style with wraparound porches...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

Leap of Faith

Located in Corolla/ 7 Bedrooms/ 4 Full BathroomsLakefront property with impressive lake vistas, ocean breezes and only a five min. walk to the ocean. This home offers a private pool, hot tub, and tons of decking to view the lake, sunrises, sunsets...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Casa La Playa

Casa La Playa truly offers you the best of the beach! This beautiful lakefront home offers sightings of the osprey feeding and the gentle sounds of nature from ALL levels. Wake up in the morning to sip coffee on your screened in porch or venture out...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

005 | Jockey's Ridge View

This traditional Nags Head Oceanfront Beach Cottage offers unparalleled views of Jockeys Ridge and is located just steps from the Beach. Enjoy a peaceful walk along the shore or relax on the covered porch in the afternoon while watching the Hang...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 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...

Sea Biscuit

OCEANVIEW Frisco - Hatterasman - Embrace the serenity and immerse yourself in the tranquility of SEA BISCUIT, a four-bedroom, five-full-bath bespoke designed home tucked away on a tree-lined street, yet comfortably walkable to the Atlantic Ocean...

  • Frisco
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 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.

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 about to their heart’s content. Parties are available for up to 12 kids ages 2 through 6 – bring your own cake. But it’s the other room where the real action is. Arcade games are located just inside the door, then there’s...

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...