Nags Head Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nags Head
Where to stay in Nags Head
South Nags Head
While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.
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.
Whalebone
If you're spending some time in Whalebone, Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction are top sights worth seeing.
Mia's Boutique Hotel
"The hotel is newly updated. The room was large and the kitchen equipment was great. This room was oceanfront and we had a beachside porch which was great."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
"Our trip was AMAZING ! this was our first experience in nags head and this team was fantastic, the breakfast ladies were amazing, so friendly and welcoming, the food was delicious and always fresh, they made the experience even better ! The young man working nights was an angel, our grand daughter ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Colonial Inn Motel
"The parking lot is definitely tight and requires you to turn around in a tight space. I don’t recommend bringing big cars. Most of the rooms overlook parking lots on both sides so we had to keep the shades closed most of the time. That being said it was super clean. They provide a great number of ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
A Place at the Beach
"They could and a bar and grill on site for social gatherings. And a free breakfast"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
"Loved the amenities here. Check in folks were lovely. Clean unit and spacious. Air conditioning broke but we were able to switch rooms. Shower faucet blew out of the wall and hit a family members leg. 2 fire alarms during stay with one at 4am. Virtually no plates, glasses etc in kitchen but otherwise ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
"Kasa has always provided clear communication and clean spaces for my stays in NC and SC Many thanks and look forward to staying there again"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
beach near Old Nags Head Cove
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Old Nags Head Cove during your trip to South Nags Head?
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
