2026 Southern Shores Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

5601 - Gardiners Heron Cove

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: New dining room table (seats 8). TV is now streaming only, with Spectrum TV app installed on all...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Comfortably Numb COS-114

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 throughout your stay...

  • Duck
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

751 | The Slightly Salty

The Slightly Salty offers wonderful water views all around. A nature lovers dream & perfect for Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Boating, Fishing, Jet Skiers, & more! Beautifully appointed interior along w/ a Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
6/20 - 6/26
$4,395  $4,795
$400 off
6/27 - 7/3
$4,495  $4,995
$500 off
7/4 - 7/10
$4,495  $4,995
$500 off
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

WHATEVER

Overview Whatever you're searching for in a vacation retreat, you're sure to find in this beautifully designed and furnished 4,000 square foot home. Thoughtfully laid out with vacation comfort and entertainment in mind, the atmosphere...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
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...

Tan Lines PKT-45

Nestled in the heart of the charming Town of Duck, Tan Lines offers the perfect blend of convenience and coastal charm. Just a short stroll from the beach and within easy reach of Duck's vibrant shopping, dining, and family-friendly activities, this...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...

SAILS-2 SAILS-2

This fantastic oceanfront vacation home offers alluring ocean views and is complete with many amenities, including a 29'x13' private (heated) pool, hot tub, 4-hole putting green, game room with a pool table and a wet bar, a renovated kitchen with...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
5/23 - 5/30
$5,408  $7,158
$1,750 off
6/13 - 6/20
$9,395  $11,145
$1,750 off
6/20 - 6/27
$10,593  $14,093
$3,500 off
7/4 - 7/11
$14,602  $15,102
$500 off
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

Dream Come True II

OCEANFRONT Avon - Kinnakeet Shores - This is the ultimate prime oceanfront location in Avon! The ocean is your backyard in this five bedroom, four full bath home in Kinnakeet Shores! Conveniently located, you can walk to the grocery store, multiple...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 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!