Historic Downtown Manteo Travel Guide
Manteo
Visit Historic Downtown Manteo
Popular places to visit
Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Manteo when you stop by Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.
Pirate's Cove Marina
Explore the waterfront in Manteo with a trip to Pirate's Cove Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.
The Lost Colony
You can make plans for a show at The Lost Colony during your trip to Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.
North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island
Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island during your trip to Manteo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is just one of the places to see in Manteo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Festival Park
Explore the great outdoors at Festival Park, a lovely green space in Manteo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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
Cape Hatteras National Seashore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Manteo
Tranquil House Inn
"Adorable inn right on the water. Staff was super friendly! It’s an older building so there’s some reasonable “character” here and there but overall you can see it’s a well cared for. Its location is wonderful and we would definitely stay again!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Mariner Inn and Suites
"This is a great oceanfront property with clean rooms, a nice pool, safe parking lot, easy access to the beach, wonderful breakfast and very friendly staff."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Shutters on the Banks
"Great place to stay for a few nights on the beach."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Mia's Boutique Hotel
"I would definitely go back to Mia’s for a solo stay. The front desk was so helpful and easy to chat with. The room was perfect for just me! Maybe some tissues and a full length mirror would make the stay even better?!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills
"My recommendation is to avoid this property until they can implement significant changes. The room seemed to have not been rented in a long time so not sure if it had not been cleaned/checked in a long time or they just did the bare minimum when they cleaned it for turn over to next reservation. ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sea Ranch Resort
"Enjoyed the friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast at the restaurant was delicious."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
