2022 Outer Banks Shopping Guide

17th Street Surf Shop is where you’ll find the latest beach, skate park and nightlife fashion trends.  This Outer Banks favorite gets its name from the flagship store's address, which opened at the nearby...

If you cherish top quality kitchen tools and equipment, this store is a joy to shop at. New in 2012 at the Outer Banks Mall, A Culinary Affair offers full lines of KitchenAid, Mercer Cutlery, Cuisipro kitchen tools...

As one of the veteran hair stylists on the Outer Banks, owner Nhina Davis can do magic with everything from a quick trim to an entire wedding party’s up-dos. Her salon is not super fancy, but it’s...

While beer and wine are found in many stores across the Outer Banks, you will need to visit a state-regulated ABC Store (Alcoholic Beverage Control) to purchase liquors. ABC stores are the only stores in North Carolina...

You’re likely familiar with this popular hardware store chain, which has 4,400 stores across the U.S. The Kitty Hawk location offers friendly service and expert advice with a modest size. You’ll find good...

A full-service hardware store.

A full service car parts store

Decorate your wall at home or your beach cottage with something unique from Affordable Art located inside the Beach Gallery store. Located in Scarborough Faire Shoppes in the heart of Duck, you are sure to find exactly...

An ecelectic shop with art and crafts to spare!

A full service auto repair center. 

American Classics Garage is a store celebrating Americas love affair with the machine. We specialize in unique apparel & gifts designed for the automotive, motorcycle or tractor enthusiast. Our products include...

American Eagle is America's favorite jeans brand, but we’re about more than making great jeans. We believe every person deserves a pair of jeans that brings out their best self. Find yours (and everything you need...

If you’re a fashionista who loves to shop, you are going to love Amity. This trendy boutique offers new, must-have fashions and sassy accessories as well as high-end, pre-owned consignment pieces. You’ll...

If you are between the ages of 16 and 60 and looking for hip fashions at savvy prices, a visit to Amity is a must while shopping in Duck. Located on the beautiful Currituck Sound in the Waterfront Shops, the store...

A professional photographer with a variety of options. 

Marine art at its best!

Built in 1988 by Dr. Barrett Welch, the Animal Hospital of Nags Head is a fully-equipped facility that offers a range of services for dog and cats. Wellness care, vaccinations and dental care are provided in a clean...

A fab thrift store with great clothing!

After its first season in 2011, Armstrong Seafood has been steadily building its business mostly from great word-of-mouth reports about its fresh seafood and nicely-done storefront.  Owned and operated by a former...

A shop full of souvenirs, food, clothing with special services, too.

Love that vacation feeling? Why not make your vacation even more relaxing by hiring At Your Service to take care of your every need? The service organization has been around since 1988, serving locals and visitors alike.

A pleasant, casual cafe with two locations offering seafood, sandwiches, salads, and coffee and frozen drinks.

Atlantic Dance has been teaching kids dance on the Outer Banks since 1995. Atlantic Dance offers classes in tap, jazz, hip hop and lyrical with a primary concentration in classical ballet. At Atlantic Dance, little...

When you ask locals in the Nags Head area where to get local seafood, they’ll almost certainly recommend Austin’s, not only because the market has been in business since 1960, but also because it sells only...

Seafood Steamer pots to go, plus plenty of fish and produce choices. 

B&B Antiques is chocked full of eye-catching collectibles and treasures from the past along with lots of “other cool stuff.”You could spend days browsing through the quilts, art, furniture, glassware...

Bacchus Wine & Beer Bistro is a great stop for a wide variety of tasty treats. Create a meal from their selections or take home a great bottle of wine and one or more of their tempting cheeses! Gourmet is the...

Commune with nature and take photos of the pristine Outer Banks!

Located just between the town of Duck and the town of Kitty Hawk in the Southern Shores Crossing lays Barr-ee Station. Barr-ee Station offers a large selection swimwear, t-shirts, shoes, pants, shorts, hats, belts...

Where the Duck Boardwalk stops “and shopping begins,” you’ll find two Barr-ee Station boutiques, one at each end of the Waterfront Shops. Both offer access to a wide deck where you can enjoy...

You’ll find Barr-ee Station 3 waiting for you where the Boardwalk stops, at the south end of the Waterfront Shops, with it’s restful benches and light refreshments hitting the spot after a long stroll.One...

Shoes, boots and sandals line the shelves at this outlet shoe store, and every one of them is a Bass brand. Known for their comfort, durability and good looks, Bass is quality brand that includes popular styles for men...

If you love to shop when you are on vacation, you will love Beach Bargains. Beach Bargains has the souvenirs, beachwear, sun and surf supplies you’ll need for a vacation on the Outer Banks. 

Beach Books is located in the heart of the Timbuck ii Shopping Centre in Corolla. They are locally owned by Corolla residents, fully accessible and stroller friendly. Beach Books stocks books for all ages and interests...

Decorate your wall at home or your beach cottage with something unique from The Beach Gallery. Located in Scarborough Faire Shoppes in the heart of Duck, you are sure to find exactly what you’re looking for. Every...

Regardless of whether a visitor need a prescription refill in a pinch, or just a few over the counter medications to have on hand, Beach Pharmacy of Hatteras can assist with just about every medical need in the southern...

Beach Productions is a photography and videography company specializing in wedding and beach portraits - or as owner Julie Dreelin calls it, the “art of documentary portraiture.”Julie says her friends know...

Beach Treasures in Duck on the Outer Banks is recognized for its collections from renowned jewelry designers as well as gemstones from around the globe. Locally owned and operated, Beach Treasures in Duck is located in...

A gift and homestyle shop with a coastal flare.

Enjoy a sumptuous morning or afternoon of fresh goodies, beautiful jewelry, and plenty of happy crafting at this enticing shop that offers an array of ways to have fun. Beads & Beans OBX is the ultimate destination...

Bear Drugs is a small, locally-owned drug store that prides itself on superior customer service. Located near two medical facilities,  the store's two locations cater to folks who appreciate a more personal touch...

Belk department store is where you can shop ‘til you drop for the entire family. Belk offers clothing and shoes for men, women, juniors and children, as well as bed and bath items, kitchen items, home decor...

Tucked away in the heart of Ocracoke village, Bella Fiore Pottery is a delightful find for any Ocracoke visitor and art lover who is on the hunt for something wholly unique. Specializing in handcrafted pottery but...

Voted Best Swimsuit Shop on the Beach! Birthday Suits offers top-quality, name brand clothing for the entire family. Birthday Suits will outfit you and your family for summer, so ironically, you won’t ever find...

A pure piratical pleasure! 

An eclectic art gallery and gift shop in an old Hatteras-style home. 

Bob's Bait and Tackle located in Downtown Duck, is your one-stop shop for all your fishing needs. Not only do they offer personalized, attentive service, but also a huge selection of rods, reels, lures and tackle. Bob's...

Find a new beach read to enjoy along the Ocracoke shoreline, or pick up a few local treasures to share with friends back home at this popular island shop that has been delighting readers for more than three decades...

A full service fishing marina and ship's store. 

A watercolor and art studio featuring the work of Linda and Dixie Browning. 

A used and new book store with plenty of bargains. 

At Bushin Kan Karate in Kitty Hawk, karate is not just an art but is a way of life. With martial arts, cardio, fitness training and after-school programs for youth, this family dojo has something for everyone...

A full service book shop that's cozy and filled with good reads. 

A friendly staff and small town atmosphere makes this well-equipped grocery store a pleasure to shop at, and many visitors come regularly on their annual vacation. Situated on the oceanfront next to Jennette’s...

Candy & Cork will appeal to anyone who has a sweet tooth, a salty craving or a taste for fine wine. It’s also perfect place for the kid inside all of us to come out. Located in the Waterfront Shops in Duck...

Southern Outer Banks homeowners and residents alike will find a wide array of options when it comes to flooring, without ever venturing off of Hatteras Island, thanks to Cape Hatteras Carpet. Established for years and...

One of the newer auto parts stores on the Outer Banks, Car Quest is a locally-owned chain store that has what vehicle owners need to take care of anything from a motorcycle to a pickup truck to a SUV. Basic supplies...

Carter’s is the best-selling brand in young children’s apparel. Trusted by generations of families for quality and value, we provide a full range of cute baby and children’s clothing, gifts and...

One of the original surf shops on the Outer Banks, if not in the state of North Carolina, the quaint and friendly Cavalier has been at the same Beach Road location for more than 50 years. It’s been owned and...

At Central Garden Center & Nursery, you can expect to get top-notch service, products and plants. The family-owned and operated business has been in Kitty Hawk and Elizabeth City since 1966 and specializes in plants...

Corolla Fire & Rescue Squad was established July 1, 1983 as a non-profit volunteer organization funded by Currituck County and the generous donations from our many supporters.  We have grown steadily since...

Chameleon Clogs is a different kind of shoe store for the Outer Banks, one that you might expect to see in Asheville. Located at the Shoppes at 10.5 in Nags Head, which is off the Bypass at Milepost 10.5, the store is...

A great stop for the fashion conscious shopper!

The Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station is one of Rodanthe's greatest treasures. This historical lifesaving station has been a popular attraction for Hatteras Island visitors for decades, and stands on the very edge of the...

Chip’s Wine, Beer and Cigars has a selection of over 2,000 wines and 600 beers so you can find the perfect beverage for an evening dinner, day at the beach or to share with friends. The friendly service at...

Chris Bickford Photography and Video can ensure that your special wedding day will be forever remembered with beautiful images that you will love for years to come. An Outer Banks resident, Bickford spends much of his...

Girls and women of all ages know and love Claire’s Accessories, a store that’s been the world’s leading specialty retailers of fashionalbe accessories. Claire’s offers a fun and creative...

Whenever you need a break from the beach, Cloud Nine is a great place for some creative renewal. This very cool shop was established here in 1988, and its since been a favorite for locals and visitors looking for unique...

Coastal Edge is a large surf shop that is locally owned with roots in Virginia Beach, Va. The Kill Devil Hills location sells skate and surf merchandise, including boards, apparell, footwear, watches, sunglasses...

An eclectic gift shop with clothing and jewelry.

The Colllege of the Albemarle offers a variety of associates degrees but also boasts of an outstanding professional jewlery design school and continuing education classes. . 

A full-service automotive shop.

Compass Rose is a gift and art shop specializing in ceramics and other handcrafted and imported items. They are delighted that visitors exclaim " “Hey, this isn’t the same old crap!”  Compass...

Stylish, contemporary and a little bit different --- that describes the women’s clothing selection at this boutique. Although there are a lot of pieces that would be most suitable for young women --- like skinny...

A great stop for a wide variety of foods including some health food - rare on Hatteras Island.

Listen to the siren’s call and find treasures for your heart, soul and home. Local, regional and American artists represented. Artwork, glass treasures and handmade jewelry abound. Find the perfect gifts for...

A full-service tennis pro shop. 

CorningWare Correlle & More bakeware has married exceptional performance and versatile design with an eye toward the modern are part of your everyday life. Get entertaining ideas, recipes and more and put...

The Corolla ABC Store is open year-round but check the store for off-season hours. Customers can find a full line of liquor at the store, which is located next to the Currituck Visitors Center in Corolla.

A fun stop for candles, bath & body and more.