2022 Outer Banks Shopping Guide

Eclectic art gallery and studio in downtown Manteo.

In business since 1983, Professional Opticians sells the latest designer sunglasses as well as the best trendy and classic frames for corrective glasses.  But what’s great about this store is that it owned by...

Got a flat tire and would rather be at the beach? Call on Pugh’s Car Care. They offer 24-hour towing. They also have a tire catalog online that offers you relaxed and convenient...

New, used and rental cars plus full-service maintenence and repair.

Whenever Outer Bankers want to get a good deal on a vast number of shoes styles, residents head to Rack Room Shoes. This outlet store offers discount prices on the latest fashions in men’s, women’s and...

Combined with the music store SSR, Radio Shack offers just about anything an audiophile would need or want.  One side is devoted to a customer’s listening pleasure, and the other to the technical supplies...

From kiteboarding rentals and equipment, to unique summer camps and some of the biggest events on Hatteras Island, there’s certainly a lot for water lovers to discover at Real Watersports. This tri-villages...

From surfing lessons and kayak tours to all the gear you’ll need to stay active on the Ocracoke beaches, Ride the Wind Surf Shop has everything under the sun for island visitors who want to uncover all the...

A fun beachy shop with shells, driftwood, gifts and more!

A full-service small animal clinic. 

Celebrate the origins of America with a fascinating and purely entertaining visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 25-acre historic site, an easy stroll from the downtown Manteo waterfront, is a popular summer...

Beachy clothing gifts, taffy, toys and more!

Locally owned and operated, Rock-A-Bye Baby boasts that it is the only full service kids store on the Outer Banks. This store may look small from the outside, but don’t let appearances fool you. It is stuffed to...

Rodanthe Watersports & Campground is a hub for outdoor activities. The whole family will enjoy taking advantage of a host of lessons and rentals including jet skis, wave runners, sailboats, kayaks, body boards...

From simple haircuts to stylish hair-dos for local events, Salon Jobell can offer a wide array of services for local and visiting patrons alike. Featuring a nicely convenient locale for Hatteras Island visitors, this...

Doggie heaven is the best way to describe this store, which moved from Kitty Hawk in 2011 to right across the street from Jockey’s Ridge. Sure there’s some things sold here that dogs would prefer...

A spacious shop filled with art and gifts. 

For Sara DeSpain, these fragile sand banks serve as more than artistic inspiration. The OBX is her physical and spiritual home and the very essence of the pieces she creates.Take for example her exquisite gold and...

Tasteful, bold, and original are words that come to mind while strolling through this charming home boutique at Duck Commons.Savvy’s exterior is as inviting as home itself, with the aroma from the rosemary bush at...

A must-do stop to satisfy your sweet tooth!

A photographer who creates beautiful photographs of Outer Bans landscapes, seascapes and flora and fauna. 

If you are looking for a diverse collection of handcrafts and fine arts made exclusively by American artisans, you are sure to find it at Sea Dragon Gallery.  For the past 12 years, the gallery in the Waterfront...

For an incredible selection of ocean-themed decor and gifts while shopping in the Outer Banks, visit Sea Isle Gifts and Lamp Shop in Kill Devil HIlls. This gift and lamp shop is full of seashells, starfish and beautiful...

Fina art sea glass jewelry at its best! 

Themed on recycled and repurposed materials, Seagreen Gallery is one of the newest and most innovative art establishments on the Outer Banks.  This is a great place to find a one-of-a-kind gift for someone who has...

Since its opening in 1961, Seaside Art Gallery has steadily expanded from one room into an impressive 12 rooms, filled with selections representing an eclectic range of artists, eras and mediums --- even masters like...

A farmer's market with locally grown and locally caught produce, fish and dressings. 

A great stop for interesting art and jewelry.

One of the oldest authentic surf shops on the Outer Banks, Secret Spot has been surfer-owned at the same location since the early 1980s.  Store founder Steve Hess started board shaping in 1971, and his...

This is not just a nostalgic fun store. Sure, it’s got the candy and toys that were popular in the good ol’ days. But more so, this is where you can find the classics --- the toys and sweets that have lasted...

Shelley Chamberlin Photography services the Outer Banks with quality, fun, creative and professional photography.  Shelley Chamberlin has photographed hundreds of families; weddings, newborns, families, best...

An authentic Outer Banks treasure, this shell shop is one of the oldest family-owned stores in Nags Head, and it is without a doubt one of the most interesting.  Opened in 1954 by Woodrow Stetson, a Coast...

A full-service fabric shop with lots of quilting fabric choices.

A Mecca for jewelry and art with a working studio.

Think elegant. Imagine divine. Then hightail it to Sleeping In for your dreams to come true. This boutique located in downtown Manteo is filled with linens, accessories, gifts, clothing and more.

Opened in 1990, this store is still sometimes called an antique shop, but the owner said it is more accurately described as a quirky little shop that sells some antiques.  What it is mostly known for is its signage...

There’s a lot more than “fishy” things at this store, which is much bigger than it looks from the road.  With island music getting customers in the mood as soon as they step inside, the store...

Something Old Something New is a unique vintage store in Kill Devil Hills, where you can get creative with your own unique style. With vintage, gently-used offerings as well as new offerings, there’s a lot to...

Soundfeet Shoes Outlet is where you will find all the latest shoe styles. From Vans to Sanuk, to Birkenstock to Ugg, you will find anything that your heart desires. 

Koru Village is a four-acre campus with health for mind, body and spirit in mind. 

For some pampering and luxurious beauty treatments during your stay in the Outer Banks, look no further than Spa Vogue which offers excellent service for hair, nails, makeup, facials and body treatment such as scrubs...

From computer repair to home office supplies, Staples is the modern version of the old stationary store.  And it does in fact sell stationary, as well as photo paper, printer paper, notebooks and legal pads. Nearly...

A talented and resouceful artist whose work is available through local festivals, galleries and online. 

Fudge, ice cream and fun, creative activities!

You just might overlook this gourmet deli and beach shop if you’re cruising past the Exxon gas station at milepost 8 on the Beach Road. What might look like a typical convenience store complementing the gas pumps...

This modest deli and convenience store at Milepost 10 off the U.S. 158 Bypass is not just any Citgo gas station stop. As the sign in the window boasts, it’s the “Best Lunch Deli on the Beach,” and many...

A fun, creative stop for family and folks of all ages.

Style Divita is a full service salon on the Outer Banks that is sure to meet your hair and spa needs. Spacious and uniquely decorated, the salon offers a one of a kind beach experience that you will not forget. From...

Sugar Kingdom is a must-go-to place for your kids! We have ice cream!

This outlet store has an excellent selection of sunglasses for men and women made by favorite designers. Everything from edgy urban trends to classic pretty styles are available to try on, and although they’re not...

Everyone wants to remember their family vacation, wedding or special event on the Outer Banks and there is no better way to do that than with a photo. Sunportraits owner and photographer Todd Hale offers the best in...

Located in the heart of Avon and easy to recognize for its sunny yellow exterior, Sunrise Seafood Market is a favorite go-to for locals and visitors alike who are on the hunt for sumptuous fresh seafood selections. With...

Skip the pizza or the sandwiches and dive into a meal that’s filled with local flavor by paying a visit to Avon’s own Surf's Up Seafood Market. Close to the Hatteras Island Shopping Plaza and the Food Lion...

Since 1975, Surfside Casuals has been selling a vast selection of bathing suits and beach accessories for men, women, girls and boys. And if there’s one truism about the Outer Banks, it’s that no one stays...

Indian Town Gallery is a Mecca for art, gifts, crafts and creativity! 

This  recently opened chain discount store was welcomed by many Outer Bankers, who appreciate a good deal and quality merchandise. Located on the border of Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, its central Outer Banks...

This upscale outlet store, one of the newer additions to the Tanger Outet Mall,  focuses on the most popular and best selling items in the Talbot’s line, remade to be more affordable. Talbot’s made its...

Tarheel Too offers the best in local/regional and seasonal produce that is fresh, delicious and flavorful. Much of the produce at Tarheel Too comes from nearby North Carolina farms. This ensures you will have the best...

Located in south Hatteras, Teach's Lair is a full service marina which includes a large Ship’s Store and The Roost Bait and Tackle Shop.The store is stocked full with just about anything you’ll need during...

Their motto: “Jewelry, it’s cheaper than therapy” - sums up the lighthearted attitude of this friendly family-owned business.Besides being a fun spot to browse and shop, That Jewelry Store is a great...

An arty stop with unique works in the mix. 

The perfect rainy day destination, come inside and make piece of jewelry to memorialize your visit to the Outer Banks. Owner Amy Ford is very warm and down-to-earth; with a degree in Fine Arts she's a painter...

Within the walls of this old Nags Head-style cottage shop, decked outside with driftwood, you’ll find the best collection of wildlife art anywhere in the region. With its focus on birds and a specialty in decoys...

From delicious chocolates to inspired gifts and artworks, The Blue Lagoon has a little something for everyone. Representing the best of the Outer Banks, this vibrant gallery and gift shop has a world of coastal appeal...

A convenient stop for groceries and beach supplies.

A coffe shop where relaxation is the operative word! 

Located in the heart of Hatteras Island in Avon Village, and featuring a colorful array of goodies that will appeal to shoppers of all varieties, The Cosmic Octopus is a unique shop that offers an alternative selection...

An offshoot of Kellogg Supply Company, a building and home center operating on the Outer Banks since 1946, The Cottage Shop is filled with beach-y house wares and furnishings designed for Outer Banks living. The store...

Fragrant and delicious coffee  and goodies are found here!

When it comes to discovering an arsenal of unique treasures, antique fans and explorers will find everything they are looking for and then some with a visit to The Elegant Attic. Situated in a charming coastal home on...

A coastal shop filled with fishing and beach needs. 

Weddings, events, DIY studio, boutique and rentals and home grown flowers from The Flower Field. Bells & Whistles grow their own flowers on a half acre piece of land in Currituck from which they create beautiful...

The shop manager likes to describe this cool store as “the most fun place on the beach.” That might be pushing it, but it’s definitely one of those stores that make you smile and want to take something...

Smell it and you will definitely want to buy it. So of course, the exquisite aroma wafts outside, and by the time people come into the store, their resistance to this homemade fudge is pretty weak.  The free...

The Gift Garden has one of the largest selections of Tervis on the Outer Banks. We carry Yankee Candle and Country Candle products and candle gifts, as well as OBX t-shirts, souvenirs and...

Coffee and creativity in one venue!

The GYM adds a kick to your workout with unique fitness programs such as kickboxing and martial arts training as well as beach fitness boot camps and paddle board fitness. 

No shopping trip with the kids is complete without a trip to a toy store, and The Kid’s Store in the Waterfront Shops in Duck is the perfect spot to find everything for children. From toys, books, puzzles and...

A classy gift shop with something for everyone.

A little shop with lots of heart, The Music Store has been serving musicians and students in the Outer Banks area for over a quarter century.  Current owner Betsey Paulsen and her husband Mike, who once played with...