Whalebone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
Stand Up Paddleboard Adventure on the Outer Banks
Our pick of the best Whalebone Hotel Deals
Mia's Boutique Hotel
"Great location with a great view. The room is updated nicely and the beds are comfortable. Bathroom and shower are a good size. The balcony is spacious with comfortable seating. Loved the ocean view. The front desk staff were available, helpful, and friendly. Also liked that the pet fee is built ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Seahorse Inn and Cottages
"We got a flat tire on the way to the OBX and we’re running late. I received a call from an unknown number and when I answered, the person just said “when are you getting here?” without any introduction at all. I actually thought it was in reference to a pizza that we had ordered for pick up on the ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Tar Heel Motel
"Room was very clean location location the bad part was never nobody in the desk"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Sea Foam Motel
"Floor has soft rotten spots. Floor was filthy. Advertises pool but was closed (in June). Floor was not level. Bathroom so small no room for towels or even a towel rack. Window/floor leaked when it rained pooling water inside. Curtains old and thin letting all the sun through before dawn. The ac was ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Semi-Oceanfront Nags Head in-between two beach accesses. Quick walk to the ocean
"This was the perfect stay. The condo was very clean and decorated to perfection. The location was perfecrion, with everything in walking distance. It is a bonus to be right off the lot of The Dunes restaurant, which is a must stop for either breakfast or dinner..or both! This was our second time ..."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Shutters on the Banks
"Muy recomendado este hotel, sus habitaciones con buen olor, bien pintadas, super limpias, muy buen desayuno y muy agradables sus empleados, gracias por sus servicios!!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Whalebone
South Nags Head
While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.
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.
