The barrier islands of the Outer Banks seen from the air, ocean on one side and sound on the other

Where to go

Destinations

From the four-wheel-drive-only sand tracks of Carova to the ferry-only village of Ocracoke, a hundred miles of barrier island with a different character every few miles.

  • The boardwalk through the dunes to Avon Pier, its blue pier house under an arched Welcome to America's Pier sign

    Avon

    Explore Avon, one of the must-visit places in the Outer Banks. Discover top activities, attractions, & must-see sights. Plan your next OBX vacation now!

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  • Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, its black spiral stripes rising above the rooftops into a bright blue sky

    Buxton

    Visit Buxton, a hidden gem in the Outer Banks. Discover top attractions, activities, & must-see sights. Plan your next OBX vacation now!

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  • Wild horses walking single file along the tideline of an empty beach

    Carova

    Carova is the best places to visit in Outer Banks for wild life wild horses roam in Carova. To see remote areas visit our website

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  • A long yellow mansion with a steep slate roof and brick chimneys across water and lawn, live oaks alongside in evening light

    Corolla

    Explore top tourist attractions in Corolla, Outer Banks. Discover lovely attractions, must-see locations, and great activities. Plan your OBX getaway right away!

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  • Grey-shingled shops and restaurants along a soundfront boardwalk, wind-chopped blue water in the foreground

    Duck

    Discover the best things to do in Duck, NC. VisitOBX.com offers a comprehensive guide to all the top attractions, activities & events in this beautiful coastal town.

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  • A wave bursting over the rusted iron remains of a wreck in the surf as the sun rises in a pink sky

    Hatteras

    Plan your ultimate vacation at Outer Banks with VisitOBX.com. Explore the top attractions & activities in Hatteras, NC and make memories to last a lifetime.

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  • A long wooden fishing pier running out over calm water in warm golden evening light

    Kill Devil Hills

    Explore best things to do in Kill Devil Hills, NC with VisitOBX. Our comprehensive guide showcases all the top attractions, events & activities in this charming town.

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  • The white clapboard Kitty Hawk Pier house with red barn doors, standing on pilings over a calm sea at sunset

    Kitty Hawk

    Discover the top OBX activities in Kitty Hawk at Outer Banks. Visit VisitOBX for a comprehensive guide to all the best things to do.

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  • Pleasure boats tied up beneath waterfront condominiums, their reflections still on the harbour water

    Manteo & Roanoke Island

    Discover the best outer banks locations. Manteo and Roanoke Island offer a wealth of attractions, activities, and events. Learn more at VisitOBX.

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  • A roadside sign welcoming drivers to the town of Nags Head, South Nags Head District, a pickup truck passing behind

    Nags Head

    Get a comprehensive OBX Visitors Guide with VisitOBX. Discover the beauty of Nags Head, NC and find the best activities & attractions in this charming coastal town.

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  • The white tower of Ocracoke Lighthouse rising past live oaks beside its red-roofed keeper's house

    Ocracoke

    Explore Ocracoke's top Outer Banks Attractions with VisitOBX. Let us guide your next adventure in this charming coastal town.

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  • A long yellow mansion with a steep slate roof and brick chimneys across water and lawn, live oaks alongside in evening light

    Outer Banks

    The Outer Banks, there is nothing else quite like it anyplace in this world. Stretching for 130 miles from its northern border with Virginia to the the remote island of Ocracoke, it is as much a…

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  • Cape Lookout Lighthouse and its keeper's house from the air, black-and-white diamonds above maritime forest, white sand and turquoise water

    Southern Shores

    Plan your dream vacation to Outer Banks in Southern Shores. Discover stunning beaches, beautiful homes, and endless outdoor adventures. Check it out NOW!

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  • A narrow boardwalk crossing golden marsh grass to a wide, flat sound under a streaked evening sky

    Tri-Villages

    Visit Outer Banks and explore the Tri-Villages. Enjoy beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures, and breathtaking views. Check it out NOW!

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  • A man in a life vest paddling a blue inflatable kayak across flat open water

    North Carolina

    4 Reasons Why You Must Visit Duck at North Carolina in Outer Banks.