2026 Nags Head Educational Activities Guide

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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...

316 | The Wave

"The Wave", formerly known as "Beach Life", is under new ownership and has new decor enhancements and updates throughout, all designed to enhance your vacation experience. 12/29/25: New photos have been posted. "The Wave" is situated on the...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

SUNNY DAZE

Many renovations in 2024 including new LVP flooring on Level 1, updated bedrooms and baths, and new decor touches throughout. New LVP and carpet on L2 and L3 in 2023. Sunny Daze is a fabulous seven bedroom oceanside home with an open floor plan and...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
3/21 - 3/28
$2,708  $2,985
$277 off
3/28 - 4/4
$2,859  $3,135
$276 off
4/18 - 4/25
$2,693  $3,135
$442 off
4/25 - 5/2
$2,619  $3,135
$516 off
5/2 - 5/9
$3,205  $3,867
$662 off
5/9 - 5/16
$3,370  $3,867
$497 off
5/16 - 5/23
$3,370  $3,867
$497 off
5/23 - 5/30
$3,960  $4,545
$585 off
5/30 - 6/6
$5,158  $5,798
$640 off
6/6 - 6/13
$5,623  $6,385
$762 off
8/22 - 8/29
$4,983  $5,211
$228 off
8/29 - 9/5
$4,494  $4,697
$203 off
9/5 - 9/12
$4,275  $4,327
$52 off
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

Breakers

Note: NH110-Sandy Ridge is located directly next to this property, making it a great option for larger groups looking for their own space. Washer and dryer and beach walkway are shared with unit NH110.Breakers is an oceanfront classic, tucked...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit organization,  conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and...

Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman.  Give us a call at (877) 359-8447

Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...