Historic Downtown Manteo Travel Guide
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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.

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.

Elizabethan Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Elizabethan Gardens, a lovely green space in Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Dare County Arts Council
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Dare County Arts Council during your travels in Manteo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches 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.
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 Driving Tour

Cape Hatteras National Seashore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Manteo

Tranquil House Inn
Lovely hotel have stayed there several times and highly recommend it
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Mariner Inn and Suites
Always great
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
The whole facility is outstanding!, from the check in staff and the property is excellent and well designed. The suite has great lay out and the other couple we were traveling with had an adjoining suit which made are ability to enjoy each other’s company. And the water pressure and temperature of ...
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills
Parking was safe, extremely short walk to a gorgeous beach ⛱️, even better they allowed us to bring our 2 year old boxer. Great stay all around
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
Great experience across the board!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Super clean room. Staff was very welcoming and helpful with dinner recommendations.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025




