Nags Head Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Jennette\'s Pier featuring a beach
Bodie Island Lighthouse showing a lighthouse
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center showing boating, fishing and a lake or waterhole
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center showing a sunset and a bay or harbour
Jockey\'s Ridge State Park featuring tranquil scenes and desert views

Where to stay in Nags Head

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South Nags Head

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

South Nags Head
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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.

Ocean Side Court
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
The price is AU$281 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$281
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (435 reviews)
"This place is excellent. Front desk is on top of their game. Nicely done vintage remodel, brand new paint. Great location in nagshead. Not hard/unsafe to pull in and out. Plenty of amenities. Spacious, affordable, cooled, clean and not damp rooms. Right around the corner from crucial obx points of ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

2.5 out of 5
7218 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
Stay at this motel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (874 reviews)
"Small parking area. Indoor stairwell was in desperate need of cleaning. Rooms are good, exactly what you pay for. 2 beds, a small"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Seahorse Inn and Cottages
Surf Side Hotel

Surf Side Hotel

2.5 out of 5
6701 Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
The price is AU$397 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$397
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"This p"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Surf Side Hotel
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Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Nags Head
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Whalebone Junction ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"The cottage was perfect for our family. The rare first floor house was great with no stairs to climb. The fenced area was perfect for our little dogs to go outside and be free to do their needs. The cottage has several updates like new appliances, good flooring for the beach, and nice furniture. ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly
Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly

Nags Head
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Whalebone ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Great vacation
"Great location , very clean everything you need for a comfortable stay!"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly
Cozy Semi Oceanfront Cottage with a Hop, skip and a jump to the beach

Cozy Semi Oceanfront Cottage with a Hop, skip and a jump to the beach

Nags Head
Stay at this vacation home in Nags Head. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Outlets ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Cozy Semi Oceanfront Cottage with a Hop, skip and a jump to the beach
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Popular places to visit

Jennette\'s Pier featuring a beach

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.

Jennette's Pier
Nags Head Fishing Pier

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.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
Bodie Island Lighthouse showing a lighthouse

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.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Jockey\'s Ridge State Park showing tranquil scenes

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.

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center which includes fishing, signage and a bay or harbour

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.

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
Outlets 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.

Outlets Nags Head

Activities

Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson

Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson

AU$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson
Outer Banks Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours

AU$38
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks

AU$26
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
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