2026 Southern Shores Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

887 | The Salt House

The Salt House is a magnificent Oceanfront Estate that offers all the perks of modern living! Inviting and beautifully decorated with simple touches that embody the ambiance of coastal living. A 6 paneled window offers amazing ocean views from the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

267 | Timeless Treasures

6/9/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Enjoy your family vacation at this comfortable Nags Head home that is located on a quiet street w/Direct Beach Access. This is the 3rd house back from...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

Lee OCS-18

Boasting amazing ocean and sunrise views from the crow’s nest, your family is sure to love this adorable 3-bedroom oceanside home in South Nags Head!Located at Milepost 20.5 and just 150 feet from the beach access, this charming coastal retreat...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

Comfortably Numb COS-114

Just steps to the sand, enjoy a relaxing coastal getaway at Comfortably Numb, a semi-oceanfront condo community offering resort-style amenities and easy beach access just 150 yards away! Whether you’re here to unwind by the ocean or stay active...

  • Duck
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
8/15 - 8/22
$1,811  $1,911
$100 off
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

4620 - Flip Flop Inn

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!  Located in the quiet, wooded community of Southern Shores, this comfortable Outer Banks vacation home has been...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

Wild Horses

Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full BathroomsNothing can keep you away from WILD HORSES! From your deck you have a handsome view of the community, you can hear the sound of the waves and see the ocean on the horizon! Only 450' away from the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
8/28 - 9/4
$4,173  $4,567
$394 off
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Marabel-by-the-Sea

Located in Kitty Hawk/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsSavor a calming hideaway in this unique home! Bask in the sun while appreciating the seclusion of the fenced-in pool area or savor ocean vistas from the top level while soaking up the sun! Just a...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Ghost Crab Quest is an ecotourism company based on the Outer Banks. Amazed by the beauty of these fragile barrier islands, Ghost Crab Quest is committed to sharing and exploring its wonders day and night. While the star of the show is the mighty...

Embark on thrilling quests with OB-Xscape Rooms, where adventure becomes your NEW family tradition! Immerse yourself in heart-pounding challenges and become a master of escape before time runs out!