2022 Outer Banks Shopping Guide

A natural grass mini golf course.

A fll service surf shop offering lessons, new equipment, clothing and rentals. 

Horse-inspired gifts for a good cause!

Hand rolled cigars, cold beer, romantic candles and all the accoutraments!

Tucked away in the charming community of Avon Village, this classic gift shop has a lot of local flavor, and plenty of surprises that are wholly unique on Hatteras Island. Small in stature but big on charm, Country...

Croatan Bookery sits like sort of an anachronism on the ever-changing Bypass, the main drag that runs from Kitty Hawk through Nags Head. There’s nothing new about it, including its unused books.In fact some of its...

Marian and Mike Linett, of Custom Photography Limited, know how important your wedding photography is. The couple offers its expertise, creativity and experience to make sure this “heirloom of memories” is...

A full-service pharmacy with products for health, home, beauty and gifts.

This no-nonsense fish house is the real Outer Banks deal, selling the freshest local-caught shell fish available. Situated on the southern tip of Nags Head, the little gray building stands on the edge of Roanoke Sound...

A county arts council with a full-fledged gallery. 

An airport and museum featuring models related to the area. 

When browsing in this fine jewelry store at the Outer Banks Mall, listen for the chiming of the Howard Miller Heritage floor clock in the front corner of this locally owned and operated shop.  The lovely sound sets...

If you like fun, funky and fabulous, you will definitely find it at Dazzles. Located in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, customers are easily drawn to this colorful and vibrant gift boutique full of uniqueness and charm...

Enjoy a night on the town that is steeped in local history, culture, and miles of fun with a show at the acclaimed Deepwater Theater and Music Hall on Ocracoke Island. Serving as the venue for regular summertime...

Dekor, in the heart of Scarborough Lane Shoppes is your one-stop-shop for all things trendy and unique. Dekor specializes in bar and kitchenware, party themed napkins, vases, unique gifts, contemporary wall art and...

Shopping groceries can be a stressful ordeal, especially during the summer season in the Outer Banks. Don’t you wish all the groceries you will need in your vacation home in the Outer Banks would just magically...

Stationed on the edge of NC Highway 12, the new-in-2017 Diamond Shoals Farm Market is quickly becoming a favorite destination for locals and visitors on the hunt for fresh produce and goodies that originated from the...

Dianne’s Lavish Linens - the name says it all! Located in the Scarborough Lane Shoppes and nestled between Birthday Suites and The Mystic Jewel, Dianne’s Lavish Linens is a ‘must’ on your...

This is one of the oldest make-your-own T-shirt shops on the Outer Banks, where customers can come and pick  from one of 800 decal designs. And every single one of them is displayed on the walls! Naturally, with...

Relax, restore, eliminate toxins and build healthy tissue with the extensive services offered by Diva’s Day Spa. Put your mind in true-vacation mode with massage therapy, facial, a new haircut, manicure, pedicure...

Dock of the Bay Marina carries everything and anything you may have forgot for your boat trip. Conveniently located in Kitty Hawk Bay, the marina is a must-stop before your sailing excursion.

Dockside ‘N Duck Seafood Market has been owned and operated by a local family of commercial fishermen and farmers since 1987.  The owner (a commercial fishmen) has been featured on N.C. Flavor for Currituck...

Pleanty of fresh seafood choices here!

Forget to pack something, or run out of time? Stock up on all the odds and ends you will need during your vacation at The Dollar Tree in Kill Devil Hills. With all items priced at $1.00, you’re sure to find a...

An eclectic, beachy gallery that celebrates all things Outer Banks! 

Located in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, Donna Designs offers a unique Outer Banks shopping opportunity. Specializing in wearable art, owner Donna Haddon has been hand painting designs for resort clothing for more than...

An art gallery with two- and three-dimensional fine art and crafts.

Dress Barn is known for its reasonably-priced line of dresses that flatter women in misses, petite and women’s sizes. But the store also sells a good selection of pants, shorts, skirts, blouses and accessories for...

Serving Hickory-Smoked Barbecue & Deli Sandwiches for over 25 Years, Duck Deli is as popular and as quaint as its location. The Deli was opened in 1988 by a retired PA dentist, Ronald Forlano, and his son Ken. Today...

Duck Duck Art, located in the loft of Savvy Home Boutique, offers teacher/artist-guided classes for “no-talent novices to blooming artists.”It’s a place that’s “free of judgment and...

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks...

A brand new bookstore in downtown Manteo, Ducks Cottage & Downtown Books is a year-round, eclectic shop with lots to enjoy. Three cozy chairs take center stage in the shop that has elevated most of its books above...

If you enjoy a good cup of coffee and a good book, a stop into Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Bookshop is a must. Located in a historic gun shop next to the pond in the Waterfront Shops in Duck, a visit to...

Under new ownership in 2012, Duke’s Antique Mall in Central Square Shopping Center is overflowing with wonderful treasures stretching back centuries. Six dealers sell their wares at this large, family-owned...

Looking for gifts, home decor or something unique, shop here! 

This outlet store features clothing geared towards outdoor living, making it a popular place to shop for Outer Banks residents and tourists who think the best way to enjoy the beautiful barrier islands is by being...

Talk about getting lost in a store! Edith’s Gallery, located in Central Square, features five rooms stuffed with antiques and vintage items and lots of cool “junque.” There’s wonderful finds to...

Unlike most businesses on the Outer Banks, the summertime is the quiet time at this tanning salon, meaning you’re more likely not to have to wait for one of the five tanning beds. But even if you just need to...

Browse through antiques including stained glass windows, collectables, jewelry and clothing.

The gallery and studio of a local jewelry designer. 

With low rates, a large fleet of cars and and great customer service, Enterprise will make sure you are satisfied with your rental car experience. Whether you need to rent an economy, compact, luxury, mid-size, minivan...

Exotic Home offers unique furniture and accessories, antiques and one-of-a-kind reclaimed wood furniture and accents from around the globe as well as quality American made upholstery and furniture lines from top...

Molly Issacs of F2 Photographic Design is an award-winning photographer, to say the least. She specializes in family beach and home portraits and reunions.Internationally known, Isaacs presents an impressive list of...

A discount store with all your basic needs and occasional suprises!

A creative stop with handcrafted jewelry the focus. 

Nail Salon in Nags Head

Fashion Bug offers misses and plus size fashions, sizes 6-30 at affordable prices, including tops, bottoms, dresses, jackets, swim, intimates, shoes and accessories. This well-known store has just what women need to...

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



A full-service kite shop and repair center. 

A great small town grocery store to supply all your needs. 

When you go to the beach, you have to have saltwater taffy. That’s where Forbes Candies comes in. With roots in Virginia Beach going back to 1930, this family-owned business expanded to the Outer Banks in the...

Looking at the small town of Manteo, with its Crepe Myrtle lined busy main streets, and charming downtown filled with contemporary restaurants and old antique stores, one wouldn't necessarily think that this Outer Banks...

The slogan of this casual women’s clothing store says it all: “ Where everything is fun, sassy & chic!”. Designer labels Lucy Love, Element, Angie, Tom’s Shoes, Glam, C-Luce, Guess Suits...

Frames At Large is a framing shop in Kill Devil Hills offering custom framing with the colors and designs of your choice. Frames At Large offers great customer service from knowledgeable and friendly staff who will help...

If you are an antique hunter and are looking for an eclectic selection, you can’t miss a trip to Freedom Antiques at Buccaneer’s Walk in Kitty Hawk.  Owners Sue Norris and Grady Lassiter opened the...

If you are looking for some great family fun while taking a break from the beach, don’t miss a visit to Frisco Mini Golf and Go-Karts. Here visitors can choose between two go-kart tracks – one slick track...

A Native American Museum featuring artifacts from local indigenous people.

A full-service hunting and fishing shop.

Frisco Tackle is your one-stop shop on Hatteras Island for all your fishing and beach needs. From sunscreen to rod and reel rentals, you can be sure to find what you are looking for at one of the island’s favorite...

Campground stores don’t get much better than the one at the Frisco Woods Campground. At the Frisco Woods Camp Store, you can find everything you need for the perfect Outer Banks camping trip and you will without a...

A campground, convenince store and watersport site rolled into one. 

A year-round restaurant, bar and gift shop.

The Gap Outlet store at Tanger Outlet Mall at Milepost 15.5 off the Bypass in Nags Head isn’t just for young people, and it isn’t just about jeans. Men and women of all ages can be seen looking for one of...

The most unique souvenir you could bring home from the Outer Banks is one you make yourself. At the Garden of Beadin’ in Kill Devil Hills, you can make your own jewelry and learn about beading. 

A family-run business with generations of artists showing with other locals. 

The GEM Center on the Outer Banks of North Carolina is a community-based nonprofit organization that offers adult day services. The GEM Center supports adults with memory loss and physical and mental disabilities, such...

Ginger Harvey of Ginger Snaps is a warm, friendly and nationally recognized photographer her clients say they love working with.An Outer Banks native, Ginger says she’s always been a “beach girl at...

Gingersnaps Photography specializes in wedding photography and family portraits, serving the entire Outer Banks from Corolla, Duck, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Roanoke Island, and Hatteras Island (Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo and...

Glazin’ Go-Nuts Paint Your Own Pottery offers a creative and fun activity for the whole family. There’s no better souvenir than your own, uniquely painted pottery that will remind you of this unforgettable...

With such a wonderfully evocative name, you know that the Ghost Fleet Gallery is no ordinary art showcase. First of all, the owner and artist Glenn Eure, (rhymes with “pure,” he likes to say) a character in...

A full-service video rental shop.

Treat yourself to a crowd-pleasing snack or dessert during an Ocracoke Island exploration, or refuel on breakfast and lunch items before you head to the beach, with a stop at this local bakery that always offers...

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...

Green Acres Farm Market in South Duck at Wee Winks Square provides fresh produce from one of the largest and oldest family-owned farms in the area, located in Jarvisburg in Currituck County.In addition to stocking Green...

This shop, painted bright ocean blue on the outside, has been in business at its same Beach Road location and owned by the same proprietor since 1977.  You know when a business has existed for that long on the...

This outlet store is filled with adorable children’s clothing, ranging from sizes newborn to 12. One of 150 Gymboree Outlets in the country, this specialty retailer offers the same unique style and high quality as...

Halloran’s, which opened in 1996, is one of those long-established and reliable places where Outer Bankers go when they want a special gift for someone important in their lives. Many of the bracelets, necklaces...

Whatever “unmentionable” garment you need, you’ll likely be able to find it here.  There’s a vast selection of Bali, Hanes and Playtex in both women’s panties and bras. Sizes go from...

The seafood at Harbor House is the real deal. The owners catch fish offshore and inshore on family boat, Prowler. These folks can even tell you exactly where the fish was caught! They offer a variety of seafood...

Harris Teeter is a large supermarket with all the groceries you’ll need for your stay in the Outer Banks. Harris Teeter has meat, seafood, produce, deli and bakery, beer and wine, pharmacy, baby care, pet care and...