South Nags Head Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Nags Head
Popular places to visit
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.
Jennette's Pier
Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.
Nags Head Fishing Pier
Explore the waterfront of Nags Head Fishing Pier and enjoy activities such as fishing in Nags Head. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Admire the tallest sand dunes on the Atlantic coast, explore the maritime forest and see the shallow Roanoke Sound body of water in this unique state park.
Activities
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Our pick of the best South Nags Head Hotel Deals
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
no problems with room
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Clean rooms, access to the beach
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Last minute special/Ocean Front/ Pool, Pool Table/pet friendly
The management people were excellent: professional, friendly, very responsive and reliable. The best experience I have ever had with management/service people.
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Last Minute special/ping pong table/oceanfront/pool/elevator/old nags head style
Beautiful home, all the comforts needed to make a great vacation. Enjoyed the pool as an added bonus.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
LastMinuteSpecial/OceanFront/Pool/HotTub/XBOXoneS/ping pong table/newlyremodeled
We booked this house last-minute due to some major issues at another property we had rented. The host was excellent - she was very helpful and understanding of our situation. The house was perfect! It is so well-stocked and exactly as the description states. We loved being right on the beach and ...
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Last Minute Special/ Elevator/Pool/Theater/Game Rm/Pool table/ping pong table
We had a great time, everything was clean and the kitchen was well stocked with pots/pans/etc. Perfect location and worked well to accommodate our large family
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Nags Head
Whalebone
If you're spending some time in Whalebone, Jennette's Pier and Outlets Nags Head are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Side Court
While Ocean Side Court isn't home to many top sights, Jennette's Pier and Outlets Nags Head are some notable places to visit nearby.
