Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Oregon Inlet

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Oregon Inlet

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Jockey's Ridge State Park
4.8 (3468 ratings)4.5 (2034 ratings)
Home of the East Coast's tallest dune, this Outer Banks park offers hang gliding, hiking & more.
300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
State parkNature & ParksParkGeologic Formations
Mentioned by Shorline OBX Vacation Rentals
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"Jockey’s Ridge State Park covers 426-acres of Nags Head and features the tallest active sand dune system in the eastern United States. This is a fantastic Nags Head, NC, activities that your whole family will enjoy."
Mentioned by nagsheadguide.com
Shopping in Nags Head, NC: Photography
"Frames at Large offers custom framing with personal assistance in selecting color, design and style. They also sell framed seascape prints and other odds and ends. They are closed on Sundays.read more"
Jennette's Pier
Jennette's Pier
4.7 (3405 ratings)4.5 (1348 ratings)
Fishers can rent equipment & supplies at this eco-friendly pier offering fishing lessons.
7223 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
PierSights & LandmarksAquariumPiers & Boardwalks
First Flight Adventure Park
First Flight Adventure Park
4.8 (181 ratings)
Amusement facility with aerial obstacles courses of varying difficulty levels, each with a zip line.
6716 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Park
Dowdy Park
Dowdy Park
4.8 (621 ratings)5 (7 ratings)
Popular park offering playing fields, multi-use sports courts & a unique playscape for children.
3005 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"Dowdy Park, encompassing five acres, offers a myriad of recreational possibilities for its visitors of all ages. It is well-loved by families for its ADA-accessible playground."
Nags Head Fishing Pier
Nags Head Fishing Pier
4.4 (1270 ratings)4 (265 ratings)
3335 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Fishing pierSights & LandmarksBar & grillSeafood restaurantPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by tripbuzz.com
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"Piers & Boardwalks3335 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC MoreLess Info. Nags Head Fishing Pier is a fishing pier and seafood restaurant. The pier is suitable for walking, sightseeing, and of course, fishing."
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
4.6 (3974 ratings)4.5 (1338 ratings)
Live animal encounters, feedings, a 285,000-gallon shark tank, interactive exhibits, films & more.
374 Airport Rd, Manteo, NC 27954, USA
AquariumNature & Parks
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
4.7 (109 ratings)5 (361 ratings)
Former station & outbuildings now a museum focusing on the history & equipment of maritime rescue.
23645 NC-12, Rodanthe, NC 27968, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical placePoints of Interest & Landmarks
Dare County Recreation Department
Dare County Recreation Department
4.7 (104 ratings)
602 Mustian St, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
Park
Nags Head Town Park
Nags Head Town Park
4.5 (83 ratings)
Scenic park providing nature trails, a playground, grassy fields for games & picnic tables.
415 Health Center Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Park
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
4.6 (407 ratings)4 (9 ratings)
Veteran lunch place offering hot & cold sandwiches, plus a bar with trivia nights & live music.
305 Queen Elizabeth Street, Manteo, NC 27954, USA
Sandwich shopSights & LandmarksDeliTakeout RestaurantRestaurantHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Pirate’s Cove Realty
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"Sandwiches, burgers, and wraps are the highlights on the menu at Poor Richard’s Sandwich Shop. The is one of our favorite restaurants in Manteo, North Carolina, to grab lunch. It sits in the heart of town, so you can easily walk to it if you’re staying in one of our historic cottages."
Mentioned by roanokeisland.net
Manteo, NC, Restaurants: Vegetarian & Vegan
"Poor Richard's is the local meet-and-greet neighborhood sandwich shop by day and bar by night. It has two doors, one leading from the Manteo boardwalk and another off Queen Elizabeth Avenue. You can eat inside at a booth or table or sit outside on the patio right next to the water."

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The Dunes Restaurant
The Dunes Restaurant
4.5 (2084 ratings)
Longtime restaurant offering Southern eats, seafood, a breakfast buffet & bar in classic surrounds.
7013 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Southern restaurant (US)BarBreakfast restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by VacationIdea
25 Best Restaurants in Nags Head, NC
"The Dunes Restaurant is a family-owned, Southern-style eatery situated along South Croatan Highway in Nags Head, North Carolina. Since 1982 The Dunes has been providing Outer Banks visitors and locals with delightful cuisine and warm Southern hospitality. The restaurant proudly supports North Carolina fisherman, farmers, and purveyors by using locally sourced and sustainable products whenever possible."
Mentioned by OBX Stuff
Best Breakfast Restaurants in Nags Head NC
"In the mood for a good ole fashion southern breakfast, look no further than The Dunes Restaurant in Nags Head. This place has everything, including sausage, ham, bacon, pancakes, omelets, grits and more. You won’t leave hungry after ordering from their large menu… large portions are the norm here!"
Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill
Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill
4.6 (1765 ratings)
Splashy & festive eatery with Pacific Rim flavors & renowned mahi mahi tacos, plus tropical drinks
1701 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
RestaurantBarCaribbean restaurantNew American restaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by VacationIdea
25 Best Restaurants in Nags Head, NC
"Mama Kwan’s Tiki Bar & Grill is a festive and splashy eatery that serves Pacific Rim-inspired cuisine including their famous Mahi Mahi Tacos. Patrons will find this award-winning restaurant and bar located between the South Croatan Highway and shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Mama Kwan’s has been serving sensational dishes to locals and visitors of the Outer Banks for the last 16 years."
Mentioned by resortrealty.com
Kid Approved OBX Restaurants
"A local treasure, Mama Kwan’s features an island vibe with Asian and locally inspired cuisine. Mama Kwan’s features dishes like their famous fish tacos (trust us, get them blackened) and their Hawaiian pork plate. The also offer classics like cheese burgers and chicken tenders for the pickier eaters in your group."
Mentioned by nagsheadguide.com
Restaurants in Kill Devil Hills: Chinese, Sushi & Thai
"Mama Kwan's serves delicious, local Outer Banks seafood with flavors from the Pacific Rim. The chef whips up specials every day, and there are lots of tempting dishes on the menu. Try the fish tacos or pepper-seared tuna dinner – sushi-grade tuna served rare with wasabi, soy sauce, rice and cucumber salad."
Fish Heads Bar & Grill
Fish Heads Bar & Grill
4.6 (1766 ratings)
Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier featuring a large deck, seafood eats, beer & live music.
8901 S Old Oregon Inlet Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
RestaurantBar
Mentioned by Southern Living
The Best of Nags Head, North Carolina
"When it comes to Outer Banks nightlife, it's hard to beat this salty spot on the end of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, which offers live music, a long list of brews, and karaoke on Fridays. And if you're not a night owl, swing by between 4 and 6 for 15-cent steamed shrimp."

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Oregon Inlet

Jersey Mike's Subs
Jersey Mike's Subs
4.5 (256 ratings)
New Jersey-based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
2424 S Croatan Hwy Unit C, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Sandwich shopCatererDeliFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Subway
Subway
4 (74 ratings)
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
2515 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Sandwich shopCatererFast food restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Five Guys
Five Guys
4.5 (1326 ratings)
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
1203 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
Hamburger restaurantAmerican restaurantFast food restaurantHot dog restaurantHot dog standRestaurant

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Oregon Inlet

New York Pizza Pub
New York Pizza Pub
4.2 (781 ratings)
New York-style spot for pizzas, casual Italian food & craft beers in low-key, family-friendly digs.
2217 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Italian restaurantBarBar & grillFamily restaurantNight clubPizza restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
Where to eat Italian food in Nags Head: The Best Restaurants and Bars
"1712 N Croatan Hwy Dare Centre MP 6 ¾, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-9259Italian, Pizza, Pub, Wine BarLunch, Dinner, DrinksTakeout, Seating, Delivery, Reservations, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service[email protected]+1 252-261-3113http://www.MaxsOBX.com. We are a Local family owned Authentic New York Style Stone Oven Pizza and Italian Restaurant. All our food is carefully prepared from scratch using only the freshest, all natural ingredients that are sourced both locally and imported."
The Dunes Restaurant
The Dunes Restaurant
4.5 (2084 ratings)
Longtime restaurant offering Southern eats, seafood, a breakfast buffet & bar in classic surrounds.
7013 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Southern restaurant (US)BarBreakfast restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by VacationIdea
25 Best Restaurants in Nags Head, NC
"The Dunes Restaurant is a family-owned, Southern-style eatery situated along South Croatan Highway in Nags Head, North Carolina. Since 1982 The Dunes has been providing Outer Banks visitors and locals with delightful cuisine and warm Southern hospitality. The restaurant proudly supports North Carolina fisherman, farmers, and purveyors by using locally sourced and sustainable products whenever possible."
Mentioned by OBX Stuff
Best Breakfast Restaurants in Nags Head NC
"In the mood for a good ole fashion southern breakfast, look no further than The Dunes Restaurant in Nags Head. This place has everything, including sausage, ham, bacon, pancakes, omelets, grits and more. You won’t leave hungry after ordering from their large menu… large portions are the norm here!"
Pamlico Jacks
Pamlico Jacks
4.1 (622 ratings)
Seafood, cocktails, diverse wines & a kids' menu in a low-key, nautical backdrop with water views.
6708 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantBarBar & grillFamily restaurantRestaurantSteak houseWedding venue

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