Your OBX rental is booked, and your bags are packed. Now comes the most fun part: deciding on the places to visit.
There is much to do on the Outer Banks, with some of the most iconic and popular places around. It is everyone’s favorite vacation destination for a reason.
So, if you are all set for a vacation on the Outer Banks, get ready to note down these ten incredible places you must visit.
Outer Banks Beaches
The first one is a no-brainer. The Outer Banks is known for its beautiful beaches.
So, it is the first place you need to hit after arrival. There are plenty of beaches that you can visit during your trip.
Make things easier by looking for OBX rentals near your favorite beach. With beaches like Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Duck, and many more, you will have plenty of fun things to do.
Outer Banks Lighthouses
The historic lighthouses are another popular tourist attraction on the Outer Banks.
The most popular ones are Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, and Ocracoke Lighthouse.
Tours of the interior of many of the lighthouses are available but it’s best to check in advance as hours can change seasonally. Whether you choose to take a full tour or simply admire the lighthouses from the outside, it’s always worth a visit!
Roanoke Island
This one is for mystery lovers. Roanoke Island is popularly known for the lost colony of Roanoke.
It also has something for the history buffs who want to experience live stage shows about the English settlements on the shores of Roanoke that disappeared without a trace in 1587.
You can visit the Lost Colony, a performing art theater providing a glimpse into the life of settlers and their sudden disappearance.
Jockey’s Ridge State Park
With the tallest living sand dune on the Atlantic coast and an amazing beach, Jockey’s Ridge State Park is a must on your list. It is a fun park with a lot to do, so pay a visit while on your trip to the Outer Banks.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
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Visit the place that forever changed the world. The place where the Wright Brothers took their first flight. The Wright Brothers National Memorial must be on your list of places to visit.
Jennette’s Pier
Located in Nags Head, Jennette’s Pier is a remarkable place you must visit. It is perfect for fishing. If you do not own fishing equipment, rentals are available at Rodanthe Pier.
North Carolina Aquariums
Experience marine life like never before at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Check out the most beautiful sea life and learn about them through many exhibits and educational research carried out by aquarium scientists. You can also observe the daily feeding of aquatic animals.
Outer Banks Golf Courses
For an exciting play on the waterfront, visit the golf courses on the Outer Banks. There are plenty of choices for you to have an incredible golfing experience, such as the Duck Wood Country Club course, the Carolina Club, or the Currituck Club.
Elizabethan Garden
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Transport yourself to the Elizabethan era in England by visiting the beautiful and enchanting Elizabethan Garden. With Renaissance statues, sunken knot gardens, gazebos, and native plants, the Elizabethan Garden has a lot to offer.
The Town Of Duck
Enjoy a bicycle ride or walk through the beautiful town of Duck. It is a wonderful town that is perfect for shopping and restaurants.
The most prominent part is the boardwalk, with its beautiful views of the sound, stunning sunsets, wide array of shops to visit and incredible nature to enjoy. The boardwalk truly is the star attraction in Duck!
Conclusion
Experience the Outer Banks to the fullest by visiting these ten beautiful places. There is something for everybody.
If it is your first vacation on the Outer Banks, there is a lot for you to experience, from beautiful beaches to fun-filled activities.
