Historic Downtown Manteo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Trey Beck
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Photo by T. R. Filbin
Tranquil House Inn

Tranquil House Inn

2 out of 5
405 Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Manteo, NC
Stay at this hotel in Manteo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Dare County Arts Council are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"Every staff member was nice and informative. This is a really neat place to stay in Manteo! It was easy to walk to everything down town from the hotel because it in the heart of the waterfront!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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Tranquil House Inn
Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks

3.5 out of 5
405 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,561 reviews)
"Shutters had everything we would want at a reasonable price. Great access to the beach, nice space in the room, the AC worked well, the bed was comfortable, plenty of parking. Things we would have liked in a room, but it fell short on - The bathroom sink area was very small, and right at the entrance ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

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Shutters on the Banks
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

3 out of 5
1701 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is AU$272 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$272
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Everything was fine. Nice clean room, friendly staff. Convenient places to eat. Reasonable rate"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
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THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina

THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina

Manteo
Stay at this houseboat in Manteo. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Dare County Arts Council are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (191 reviews)
Beautiful boat
"My wife and I had never been to the Outer Banks before this trip. Staying on a boat was a great way to enjoy the area. Their boat is very clean and well located to enjoy much of what the area has to offer. Katherine and Dan were great hosts, recommending places to go and things to do. We would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

THE STARRY BANNER! Classic yacht docked in historic downtown Manteo Marina
Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

3.5 out of 5
4724 N. Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sea Scape Golf Links and Monument ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (122 reviews)
"Perfect spot to stay if you want to visit all of the outer banks. It's right in the middle. 2 block walk to the beach. Close to the sand dunes. Close to all the Duck shops in the other direction. Close to the Wright Brothers memorial if you like history. Activities on sight and everywhere around. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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Barrier Island Station

Barrier Island Station

2.5 out of 5
1245 Duck Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Duck Boardwalk and Nor'Banks Sailing ...
7.6/10 Good! (294 reviews)
"Enjoyed the Outer Banks. Barrier Island was a nice place to stay. Our place was just renovated, up to date."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Barrier Island Station
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Popular places to visit

The Lost Colony

The Lost Colony

You can make plans for a show at The Lost Colony during your trip to Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

The Lost Colony
North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island

Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island during your trip to Manteo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island
Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Historic Downtown Manteo when you stop by Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
Elizabethan Gardens

Elizabethan Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Elizabethan Gardens, a lovely green space in Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Elizabethan Gardens

Pirate's Cove Marina

Explore the waterfront in Manteo with a trip to Pirate's Cove Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Pirate's Cove Marina

Festival Park

Explore the great outdoors at Festival Park, a lovely green space in Manteo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Festival Park

Activities

Manteo: Outer Banks Ghost Walking Tour

OBX Ghost Tours: The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
OBX Ghost Tours: The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks
Jumpmasters OBX Fun Park

Jumpmasters OBX Fun Park

AU$25
per adult
Jumpmasters OBX Fun Park
Manteo: Phantom Pirates & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows

AU$49
per adult
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost Tours

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
OBX Ghost Tours
Guests enjoying a thrilling tale in the chilly OBX night.

Pirate City Ghosts

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pirate City Ghosts
Land of Beginnings

Manteo Historic Walking Tour

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Manteo Historic Walking Tour
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