Avalon Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Russell Hewatt
Photo by Russell Hewatt
Photo by M.Feld.photography
Photo by M.Feld.photography

Popular places to visit

Avalon Fishing Pier

Avalon Fishing Pier

Explore the waterfront of Avalon Fishing Pier and enjoy activities such as fishing in Kill Devil Hills. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Avalon Fishing Pier
Wright Brothers National Memorial which includes a statue or sculpture

Wright Brothers National Memorial

A true testament to the origins of aviation history, this monument is also a visually impressive and inspiring feature of the North Carolina landscape.

Wright Brothers National Memorial

Glazin' Go-Nuts

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Glazin' Go-Nuts during your travels in Kill Devil Hills. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.

Glazin' Go-Nuts

Nags Head Woods Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Nags Head Woods Preserve, a lovely green space in Kill Devil Hills. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Nags Head Woods Preserve

Destination Fun

You can take time to visit Destination Fun during your travels to Kill Devil Hills. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Destination Fun

Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop

Take the family on an outing to Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop during your trip to Kill Devil Hills. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop

Activities

Manteo: Phantom Pirates & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows

NZ$41
per adult
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Outer Banks Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours

NZ$43
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson

Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson

NZ$254
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson
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Our pick of the best Avalon Beach Hotel Deals

Beautiful Ocean Front Studio with direct beach and access to a deck.

Beautiful Ocean Front Studio with direct beach and access to a deck.

Kill Devil Hills
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and patios. Popular attractions Avalon Fishing Pier and Glazin' Go-Nuts ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"The room was perfect for us. Everything was clean and tidy. The walk to the ocean was very easy just up a couple steps to the deck and out to the dunes. Beautiful views from the deck closest to the beach. We are definitely planning another long weekend stay. Although we didn’t meet with the host ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

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Beautiful Ocean Front Studio with direct beach and access to a deck.
Pierhouse Bed & Breakfast

Pierhouse Bed & Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
2048 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is NZ$304 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$304
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Avalon Fishing Pier and Glazin' Go-Nuts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (45 reviews)
"Very quiet and great location. Bed was extremely comfortable. Use of kitchen was nice. Able to make small lunch for beach. And the pool was great for chilling out"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Pierhouse Bed & Breakfast
Pet Friendly - 2 Minute Walk to Beach - Updated and Modernized Spotless Clean

Pet Friendly - 2 Minute Walk to Beach - Updated and Modernized Spotless Clean

Kill Devil Hills
Stay at this cottage in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Glazin' Go-Nuts and Avalon Fishing Pier are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Nice and peaceful
"2nd time staying here. Quiet neighborhood and short walk to the ocean. Very well stocked with everyday items. Easy check in and out. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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Pet Friendly - 2 Minute Walk to Beach - Updated and Modernized Spotless Clean
Beach Road Bed and Breakfast

Beach Road Bed and Breakfast

3 out of 5
2006 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is NZ$301 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$301
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Avalon Fishing Pier and Glazin' Go-Nuts are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
"It was very interesting. It’s a big house with different rooms. We all share the kitchen, living room, laundry room, pool and deck area. Overall it was pretty good. One thing that did irritated go get it brought our dog and all you can hear is another dog barking 85% of the time.!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Beach Road Bed and Breakfast
Mariner Inn and Suites

Mariner Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
1801 N Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is NZ$123 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$123
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (751 reviews)
"Liked that we were very close to the beach and restaurants. The breakfast was fine, had eggs, but pretty basic and repetitive. They arnt too good at refilling up syrup or certain other items. The room was okay but the bathroom had a lot of renovations that was not covered so it seemed off. Seemed ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Mariner Inn and Suites
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,739 reviews)
"Great place near the ocean! Friendly staff, clean and updated room, good AC and shower pressure. Comfy king bed. No in room safe. Breakfast was fine: make your own waffles and other quick fare. Nice gazebo on site to look at the ocean. Great pool, very clean but no baby pool. All in all, I’m glad ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Avalon Beach

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Colington Harbour

While Colington Harbour may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wright Brothers National Memorial and Avalon Fishing Pier.

Colington Harbour

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