Nags Head Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Jennette\'s Pier featuring a beach
Bodie Island Lighthouse showing a lighthouse
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center showing boating, fishing and a lake or waterhole
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center showing a sunset and a bay or harbour
Jockey\'s Ridge State Park featuring tranquil scenes and desert views

Where to stay in Nags Head

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South Nags Head

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

South Nags Head
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Ocean Side Court

While Ocean Side Court isn't home to many top sights, Jennette's Pier and Outlets Nags Head are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ocean Side Court
Mia's Boutique Hotel

Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
7115 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
The price is NZ$158 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$158
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (584 reviews)
"The room was perfect. Right by the beach and plenty of places in walking distance."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Mia's Boutique Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3 out of 5
4701 S Virginia Dare Trl, Nags Head, NC
The price is NZ$264 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$264
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Clean room and bathroom. Fairly spacious. Noisy housekeeping staff and loud breakfast staff."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Seahorse Inn and Cottages

Seahorse Inn and Cottages

2.5 out of 5
7218 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC
Stay at this motel in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (928 reviews)
"It's a very convenient location for us. The room is always clean. We've stayed here for years and will definitely be returning."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!

Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!

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Book a stay at this beach condo in Nags Head. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"The balcony and the view from the condo were wonderful. We spent countless hours on the balcony reading, watching the waves and simply enjoying the weather, which was beautiful! The condo was very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much and would stay there again."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!
Professionally Designed Oasis, Budget & Pup Friendly, Walk-in Shower, Pools!

Professionally Designed Oasis, Budget & Pup Friendly, Walk-in Shower, Pools!

Nags Head
Book a stay at this beach condo in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Whalebone Junction are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
"we had a great time for a week! Check-in was a breeze, everything was as described and we lucked out on good weather the whole time. This property is in a great location right on the beach and it iwas so great to be able to walk our dog on the beach. A great central location on the Outer Banks to ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Professionally Designed Oasis, Budget & Pup Friendly, Walk-in Shower, Pools!
Waterfront Home With Hot Tub, Private Dock & Pool

Waterfront Home With Hot Tub, Private Dock & Pool

Nags Head
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Nags Head. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Jennette's Pier and Outer Banks ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Amazing property, lots of amenities, very clean!!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Waterfront Home With Hot Tub, Private Dock & Pool
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Popular places to visit

Jennette\'s Pier featuring a beach

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.

Jennette's Pier
Nags Head Fishing Pier

Nags Head Fishing Pier

Explore the waterfront of Nags Head Fishing Pier and enjoy activities such as fishing in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in the area.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
Bodie Island Lighthouse showing a lighthouse

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.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Jockey\'s Ridge State Park showing tranquil scenes

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.

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center which includes fishing, signage and a bay or harbour

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.

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
Outlets 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.

Outlets Nags Head

Activities

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks

NZ$29
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
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
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