Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Duck Island

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Duck Island

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 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"
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC (for 2021)
"Jockey’s Ridge State Park, established in 1975, spans roughly 427 acres. It is famous for having the tallest active dune system in the eastern region of the country."
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
Mentioned by tripbuzz.com
66 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Nags Head, NC
"Piers & Boardwalks7223 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC MoreLess Info. Spend the day on Jennette's Pier to enjoy its wide, public beaches, pier aquariums, and fishing. You'll find catches like mahi mahi, bluefish, king mackerel, puffers, trout, pompano, flounder and other species, with bait, license and rod rentals availabe."
Mentioned by Visit Outer Banks | OBX Vacation Guide
25 Things to Do in Nags Head, NC
"At 1,000-foot long, Jennette's offers anglers the opportunity to land various... website plan your visit"
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC (for 2021)
"Jennette’s Pier, founded in 1939, runs for about 1,000 feet long. It is one of the most popular attractions in Nags Head and a plethora of attractions and facilities."
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 First Flight Rentals Blog
Nags Head Things To Do
"Take a play break for the small ones at this wonderful park. Watch your kids run up and down the hills as they jump from swing to swing. The Foam shaped mountains or a great workout and wave to get all of your children’s energy out before bed or naptime."
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
66 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Nags Head, NC
"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."
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
What Are the Best Restaurants Near Manteo, North Carolina
"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
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"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."
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Bodie Island Lighthouse
4.7 (3095 ratings)4.5 (1860 ratings)
Tall, historic, still-operating 1848 lighthouse featuring tours, scenic views & more.
8210 Bodie Island Lighthouse, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
LighthouseSights & Landmarks
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
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

Cheap Places to Eat in Duck Island

Slice Pizzeria
Slice Pizzeria
4.6 (970 ratings)
Thin-crust & deep-dish pizzas, plus pastas & other casual Italian fare, with in- & outdoor seating.
710 South Croatan Highway MP 8.5, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
Where to eat Italian food in Nags Head: The Best Restaurants and Bars
"710 S Croatan Hwy Mp 8.5, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948-8918Italian, PizzaLunch, DinnerTakeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Delivery, Parking Available, Accepts Credit Cards[email protected]+1 252-449-2816http://www.slicepizzeriaobx.com"
Mentioned by Shorline OBX Vacation Rentals
Here Are the Best Nags Head Restaurants | Shoreline OBX
"You’re getting a piece of the Nags Head area’s best pie when you order from Slice Pizzeria. Order by the slice, or jump into a 16” Chicago Style or Baked Ziti pizza. Their menu also includes other Italian staples like Chicken Parmigiana and Sausage & Peppers."
Pizzazz
Pizzazz
4 (238 ratings)
2515 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Pizza restaurant
Lucky 12 Tavern
Lucky 12 Tavern
4.5 (1214 ratings)
Retro-slick spot with a huge beer selection & a pub-food menu, plus pool, TVs & late-night hours.
3308 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Seafood restaurantBarBar & grillHamburger restaurantPizza restaurantRestaurantSports bar
Mentioned by OBX Stuff
Bars in Nags Head NC Nightlife Guide
"Lucky 12 Tavern was founded in 2006 growing with visitors and locals alike. We provide fun dining featuring seafood, local produce, hand-patted burgers, Philly cheesesteaks, New York-style pizza salads, wings that are beautiful, boardwalk fries and a kids menu. Lucky 12 includes 20 beers on draft including North Carolina craft beers and special releases from the can or jar combined with another 90 beers if you are a beer connoisseur."
Mentioned by Southern Living
The Best of Nags Head, North Carolina
"When a place sells its signature drinks in a souvenir cup, you know it's a good time. In addition to floater-topped piña coladas and cocktails made with locally made rums from Outer Banks Distillery, Lucky 12 also offers 20 beers on tap, and 90 more in bottles or cans. Oh, and they serve pizza until 2 A.M., too."

Top Best Restaurants in Duck Island

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
4.5 (2210 ratings)
Open during warm seasons, this restaurant offers a view of the sound & a menu of seafood & steak.
6916 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Bar & grillRestaurantSeafood restaurantSteak house
Tale of the Whale
Tale of the Whale
4.6 (1339 ratings)
Upscale dinner-only steak & seafood spot overlooking Roanoke Sound, with live lounge music.
7575 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Seafood restaurantRestaurant
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
4.5 (1154 ratings)
Bar chain serving creative burgers & a lengthy list of beers in a casual, funky space.
800 S Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
Hamburger restaurantLive music venueRestaurant
Mentioned by Beach Realty & Construction
OBX After Dark: Top 25 Evening Activities
"They make their burgers with 100% wagyu beef, and they offer a crazy huge selection of beers. You're bound to find something you like!. Check them out: https://www.jackbrownsjoint.com"

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Duck Island

Mahi Mahi's Island Grill
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill
4.7 (61 ratings)
2217 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Bar
Mentioned by nagsheadguide.com
All 35+ Nags Head Breakfast Spots
"Mahi Mahi’s Island Grill features American cuisine with a dash of Latin flavor and a strong emphasis on seafood. Owners Andrew and Leslie Mikhail have proudly partnered with Peruvian-born Chef Alfredo Landazuri to establish this new Outer Banks restaurant where customers can expect an affordable menu, quality ingredients and friendly service. After working in and opening different restaurants along the Outer Banks and winning first-place awards...read moreMahi Mahi’s Island Grill features American cuisine with a dash of Latin flavor and a strong...read more"
Lucky 12 Tavern
Lucky 12 Tavern
4.5 (1214 ratings)
Retro-slick spot with a huge beer selection & a pub-food menu, plus pool, TVs & late-night hours.
3308 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Seafood restaurantBarBar & grillHamburger restaurantPizza restaurantRestaurantSports bar
Mentioned by OBX Stuff
Bars in Nags Head NC Nightlife Guide
"Lucky 12 Tavern was founded in 2006 growing with visitors and locals alike. We provide fun dining featuring seafood, local produce, hand-patted burgers, Philly cheesesteaks, New York-style pizza salads, wings that are beautiful, boardwalk fries and a kids menu. Lucky 12 includes 20 beers on draft including North Carolina craft beers and special releases from the can or jar combined with another 90 beers if you are a beer connoisseur."
Mentioned by Southern Living
The Best of Nags Head, North Carolina
"When a place sells its signature drinks in a souvenir cup, you know it's a good time. In addition to floater-topped piña coladas and cocktails made with locally made rums from Outer Banks Distillery, Lucky 12 also offers 20 beers on tap, and 90 more in bottles or cans. Oh, and they serve pizza until 2 A.M., too."
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."

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