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Sunrise on the beach. Fresh local seafood. An afternoon on the water.
Build your full coastal itinerary — dining, lodging, and unforgettable OBX experiences.
Outer Banks, North Carolina
The coast that stays with you, long after you leave.
Discover restaurants, lodging, wild horse tours, fishing charters, and family activities across Corolla, Duck, Kitty Hawk, Nags Head, Manteo, Hatteras, and Ocracoke.
- 🐴 Wild horse tours
- 🎣 Fishing charters
- 🏰 Lighthouse stops
- 🏖️ Family beach days
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Everything you need for an Outer Banks getaway.
Restaurants
Seafood favorites, waterfront dining, breakfast cafés, and special occasion spots.
Shopping
Surf shops, local boutiques, gift stores, markets, and beach essentials.
Lodging
Vacation homes, inns, hotels, and oceanfront stays for couples and families.
Fishing & Tours
Offshore, inshore, wild horse tours, boat trips, and guided coastal adventures.
Events
Seasonal festivals, live music, community markets, and family-friendly happenings.
Things to Do
Lighthouses, beach access, water sports, boardwalks, and local attractions.
Explore the towns
Choose the part of the Banks that fits your trip.
- Corolla
- Duck
- Nags Head
- Ocracoke
Avon
Avon is a laid-back Outer Banks village on Hatteras Island, North Carolina, known for wide Atlantic beaches, soundside sunsets, watersports, fishing, and easy access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore. It’s a popular base for visitors seeking a quieter coastal getaway with local shops, seafood, and a strong surf-and-kiteboarding culture.
Buxton
Families and Couples
Colington Island
Colington Island
Explore local places, coastal scenery, and trip ideas in Colington Island.
Corolla
Corolla
Explore local places, coastal scenery, and trip ideas in Corolla.
Featured listings
Trusted local picks across the Outer Banks.
"Take Two Tours" Seawind Catamaran Sailboat
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1587 Restaurant & Lounge
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1718 Brewing Ocracoke
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17th Street Surf Shop
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Experiences
The moments that define a trip to the Banks.
Wild Horse Tours
Join a guide on the northern beaches of Corolla to watch the famous Spanish Mustangs roam freely — one of the most memorable OBX moments for any visitor.
Fishing Charters
From Hatteras offshore trips to soundside inshore fishing, OBX has some of the East Coast's most productive waters and most knowledgeable guides.
Lighthouse Visits
Climb Cape Hatteras, Currituck Beach, or Bodie Island lighthouses for sweeping coastal panoramas and a tangible piece of Outer Banks history.
Upcoming events
What's on across the Banks this season.
Upcoming events will appear here as they are published.
Traveler stories
What visitors say about the Banks.
We've been coming to OBX for twelve years. This guide helped us finally discover places we'd somehow missed the whole time — especially in Hatteras and Ocracoke.
The wild horse tour recommendation was the highlight of our family trip. The kids still talk about it six months later.
We used the guide to plan a romantic anniversary weekend in Duck. Every single recommendation was spot-on — especially the restaurant we wouldn't have found on our own.
Local guides
Planning resources from people who know the Banks.
Where to See the Corolla Wild Horses
A practical guide to the best tour operators, what to expect, and how to give the horses respectful distance.
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The Best Seafood Restaurants on OBX
From casual dockside tables to polished evening dining, here are the spots worth reserving ahead.
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First Timer's Guide to Ocracoke Island
Ferries, timing, what to skip, and why Ocracoke is worth the extra effort to reach.
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