2026 Wanchese Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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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...

Down by the Sea

Escape to the stunning shores of Kill Devil Hills and indulge in the coastal charm of 'Down by the Sea'. This exquisite oceanside retreat boasts 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and an array of amenities designed to elevate your vacation...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

NHBI05 Pettibone Suite at Nags Head Beac...

Welcome to Pettibone Suite at Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations! New for 2026: Enjoy access to the exclusive Village Beach Club included with your stay! This historic hotel property is perfectly situated just off the beach road at milepost 10.5...

  • Nags Head
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

WHY KNOT

Overview A thoughtful floor plan with multiple gathering areas, comfortable furnishings, and popular amenities combine to create an idyllic oceanside vacation retreat in this 8-bedroom Corolla home. Why Knot features expansive...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
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...

Captain's Quarters

NEW TO BRINDLEY BEACH FOR 2026!Located in Duck / 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomModern design meets an unbeatable location in this classy Duck hideaway. Featuring a chic, refreshed interior and a layout constructed for comfort, this...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

488 | Paschal - Laurie Cottage

Fabulous Ocean Views, Exceptional Décor, Hardwood Floors, Elevator, Private Heated Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally, Expansive Decks, Direct Private Beach Access w/Dune Deck are just the part of what makes this home so special. This well-appointed...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

148 | Just For The Sun Of It

Premium mattresses were installed, all new for each bed for 2026!This outstanding oceanfront home is filled with amenities designed to help your entire family enjoy a truly memorable Outer Banks vacation. Beautifully furnished and stylishly...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
7/5 - 7/11
$13,995  $14,495
$500 off
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

Caribbean Wave

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Rodanthe – Caribbean Way - Watch the waves in luxury at CARIBBEAN WAVE. This eight-bedroom, 5,200 sq. ft., estate is only steps from the ocean and outfitted with all the amenities you need to make your vacation memorable. With...

  • Rodanthe
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish cleaning facility and an official North Carolina Citation weigh station.

Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest dolphin boat­, with a canopied top, cushioned seats and restroom. Sunset Dolphin Cruises runs daily. Departs from the Wanchese Docks on Roanoke Island. Get ready to see some of the most beautiful wildlife you have ever seen!

Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must be purchased 30 minutes or further in advance of your cruise departure time either online, by phone or onsite. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your cruise.