South Nags Head Travel Guide
Nags Head
Visit South Nags Head
Popular places to visit
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.
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?
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 seaside or seek out the fishing spots.
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.
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 South Nags Head
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
"Staff was nice. Place was ok. Very dated and just an older beach hotel. My wife ran out of hot water during her shower one night. Called front desk and they stated that to many were taken showers at once. To give it time. 🙄. But it’s on the beach. One good thing. But charge to much for being dated ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
"We had a wonderful time during our stay here! They were extremely accommodating and it was awesome to be able to walk right out to the beach from our hotel. Everything had been recently updated and was well-maintained. They do allow pets and there was a small fee ($10 per night) that we had to pay ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Nags Head
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, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Whalebone Junction are top sights worth seeing.
