Whalebone Travel Guide
Nags Head
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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 Whalebone

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Room was not that clean when we arrived, table and dresser top was dirty. Bathroom could use a little updating but other than that the location is perfect, bed was comfy.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Nice ocean view/cafe was great and staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Shutters on the Banks
Room was spotless
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Perfect as always
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
Very nice stay
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Sea Ranch Resort
Friendly staff. Great balcony ocean view. Cozy room.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whalebone

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.

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

