2026 Wanchese Kid Friendly Activities Guide

Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Events
(More Events)
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

Corolla Coastin

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.If your family mantra is "the family that plays together, stays together," "Corolla Coastin" is for you! This home's outside is as grand as the inside...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 22
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...

Robin's Nest

OCEANFRONT Avon- Oceanview Drive - Make yourself comfortable in ROBIN'S NEST. Along with the sizable oceanfront pool with poolside tiki bar with 43" flat screen TV, access to a cabana half bath and two outdoor showers, this home offers bountiful...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

Friday Harbor

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomFriday Harbor is a great place for fun and relaxation!  Savor your own private pool and hot tub with extraordinary sound vistas at sunset from all levels. Take advantage of all...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
5/5 - 5/12
$1,262  $1,375
$113 off
5/21 - 5/28
$1,990  $2,231
$241 off
7/23 - 7/30
$5,518  $6,382
$864 off
7/28 - 8/4
$5,518  $6,382
$864 off
8/23 - 8/30
$5,029  $5,806
$777 off
8/28 - 9/4
$3,840  $4,407
$567 off
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

Harper HC-05

Enjoy the sounds of the ocean on the large covered front porch at this semi-oceanfront cottage. Many areas on the main level feature juniper walls, while a sky light and large windows facing the ocean give the living area a bright and airy feeling...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Keepsake

Start your vacation lounging by your Gorgeous PRIVATE POOL (17x34)  or soaking in the hot tub. The pool has a built-in 7'x 10' kiddie pool. Revel in a day of sunning on the wide Whalehead Beaches. Come back to your beautifully furnished home, kick...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
5/24 - 5/31
$2,270  $2,512
$242 off
5/31 - 6/7
$2,508  $2,908
$400 off
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

CAPTAINS LOOKOUT

Stunning views and luxurious oceanfront living await you at this magnificent home located in beautiful Southern Shores. You will find entertainment for the whole family, from the beach just steps away and private pool to the game and media rooms...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

God's Promise

OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Summerplace Dr. — There’s only one way to describe the 4,500 sq. ft. GOD’S PROMISE. It’s simply heavenly. Ideal for one extended or multiple families, this six-bedroom/six- and two-half-bath home offers the promise...

  • Hatteras
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 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 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.

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!

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.