Whalebone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

Outlets Nags Head
You can do some window-shopping at Outlets Nags Head during your stay in Nags Head. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
After visiting Nags Head Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.

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.

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 Tour in Outer Banks

Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Our pick of the best Whalebone Hotel Deals

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Very nice oceanfront room that has been updated and well kept. Front desk was extremely helpful and accommodating. I will promote this location to friends and family!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Very nice room, basic amenities, very clean
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Love it!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
Very nice stay
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Shutters on the Banks
Room was nice. Wish the weather was nicer but its February lol! We celebrated our 21st anniversary amd had a goid time in the hot tub n indoor pool! Will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Sea Ranch Resort
Friendly staff. Great balcony ocean view. Cozy room.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whalebone

Ocean Side Court
If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.

