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.
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.
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.
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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
Our pick of the best Whalebone Hotel Deals
Mia's Boutique Hotel
Everything was very good. Room was a nice design, very comfortable. Very good value including pet friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sea Foam Motel
It was nice ocean front..wish the patio was more private..not enough chairs for each room outside..view was amazing..rooms are dated..beds were very comfortable that was a plus..the staff was very nice and very helpful..we did not have hot water the first night..but they fixes it as soon as i Emailed ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
It's across the street from "Jeannette's Pier" and a beautiful beach. Also next to a great restaurant next door, named, "Sam & Omies" a great breakfast! They had a good group of quite guests. We slept like babies with the fresh breeze in our cabin😁
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Stay in the Old Beach Style Flat Top House! Quick walk to the ocean!
Location was perfect only 50 yards to the beach among alot of other public access locations. Close to many great restaurants. This flat top house was clean and super cute! We really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Semi oceanfront location with a 3 min walk to the ocean and Gift Card
Great location for exploring the Outer Banks. Convenient access to the beach. Clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Shutters on the Banks
Place was clear and even as busy as they were had plenty of space
Reviewed on 19 Apr 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.
