2026 Wanchese Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Currituck Maritime Museum

Take a day trip or an afternoon off the beach to explore the heart of Historic Corolla Park, and you’ll find one of the Outer Banks’ newest and most noteworthy attractions, the Currituck Maritime Museum.

WINDSWEPT

Settle in for a game in the downstairs rec room, then take the elevator up to a wall of ocean picture windows: Windswept is a Carolina Designs oceanfront home in Duck with two rec rooms, a media den, and seven of its eight bedrooms holding...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Dream Catcher

With 8 Bedrooms, a Private Pool and Direct Access to the Beach, this beautiful oceanfront home is the perfect escape for you and your family group to enjoy an idyllic Outer Banks vacation in Nags Head. Enjoy spectacular ocean views from the...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Currituck Beach Lighthouse

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse, located in the heart of Corolla, borders the historic Whalehead in Historic Corolla and still functions as a guide for passing mariners. At 162' feet tall, the lighthouse's First Order Fresnel light, (the largest size...

It's a Ruff Life 359

Hidden in plain sight on a quiet side street in Kill Devil Hills at milepost 7.5, It's a Ruff Life features five bedrooms and is pet-friendly with a private 24'x12' pool. This home boasts a long list of amenities, and is conveniently located to both...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

Osprey

OCEANVIEW Salvo – Wimble Shores Dr. – Your stay at OSPREY will top any vacation you’ve experienced, so don’t delay and book now! This bungalow is more than meets the eye. Lean back in the bubbly hot tub and let your worries steam away, or...

  • Salvo
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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...

Freedom

Located in Kitty Hawk / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full BathroomsSavor unobstructed ocean vistas from the decks and hot tub! Packed with upgrades and extras, your family will appreciate making vacation memories in the Outer Banks home. Outside: Outside you...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

SEA ANGELS

Welcome to "Sea Angels," your perfect Outer Banks vacation rental just steps away from the beautiful Atlantic Ocean in Southern Shores, NC. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom beach cottage is the ideal spot for a relaxing getaway with family or...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/18 - 9/25
$1,898  $2,158
$260 off
10/16 - 10/23
$1,991  $2,267
$276 off
10/23 - 10/30
$1,991  $2,267
$276 off
10/30 - 11/6
$2,030  $2,116
$86 off
11/6 - 11/13
$1,895  $2,116
$221 off
11/13 - 11/20
$1,895  $2,116
$221 off
11/27 - 12/4
$2,085  $2,116
$31 off
12/4 - 12/11
$2,024  $2,116
$92 off
12/11 - 12/18
$2,024  $2,116
$92 off
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

BEACHTIME

Charming cottage just 215 yards from a private beach on a quiet and secluded cul-de-sac. Very private lot with beautiful live oaks. Enjoy the outdoors with a large swimming pool, hot tub, basketball, screened porch, and lots of great decks and the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
9/18 - 9/25
$1,804  $2,147
$343 off
9/25 - 10/2
$1,804  $2,147
$343 off
10/2 - 10/9
$1,804  $2,147
$343 off
10/16 - 10/23
$1,651  $1,879
$228 off
10/23 - 10/30
$1,662  $1,879
$217 off
10/30 - 11/6
$1,662  $1,729
$67 off
11/6 - 11/13
$1,511  $1,729
$218 off
11/13 - 11/20
$1,553  $1,729
$176 off
11/27 - 12/4
$1,697  $1,729
$32 off
12/4 - 12/11
$1,656  $1,729
$73 off
12/11 - 12/18
$1,656  $1,729
$73 off
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters offers a relaxed and authentic way to explore the area’s rich maritime heritage, scenic sound waters, and abundant wildlife. Specializing in private dolphin and wildlife tours, Old Man Charters goes far beyond a standard sightseeing cruise. While...

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 34-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!