The gift giving season reigns year round on the Outer Banks, and it’s a good thing too. The shops on the beach have diverse and distinct products that you’re unlikely to find anywhere else, making them perfect Outer Banks gifts for all of the important people in your life. Galleries allow you to find beautiful paintings, sculptures, pottery and blown glass created by local artists. You can check out bookstores which have arrays of books written by popular authors as well as locals. Try designing jewelry for an accessory that’s truly singular. For beach-y fun gifts, visit surf shops and kite stores to find colorful and custom made kites or flags. Scout out local markets for handmade soaps and candles. Boutiques sell chic clothes and jewelry with a coastal twist to them. Many shops also sell nautical décor that puts a little bit of the Outer Banks in a home or office. The possibilities of Outer Banks gifts are vast and often hold true to their beach roots. Read through the below listing to learn where would be best to get a gift for that upcoming birthday.
Outer Banks Shopping by Area
Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island
Outer Banks Shopping by Category
Holistic Pet Shop is a health food store for animals. Best known for their knowledge and helpfulness, this shop carries wholesome human-grade food for pets...read more
You already know what to expect when you go to The Home Depot, right? Hardware, fixtures and everything else the eager home do-it-yourselfer needs are all...read more
This home-decor chain stocks a variety of furnishings and accessories, bedding, kitchen ware, lighting, holiday decorations, gourmet food products, pet...read more
Identify Yourself specializes in promotional marketing. They create corporate apparel, tradeshow displays and promotional programs with your personalized...read more
The furniture and decorative accessories at Inspired by the Sea are hand-crafted, hand-painted works of art created by the owners. Everything is built by...read more
This shop offers a great selection of brands in apparel, accessories and gift ware, including Scout Bags, Mudpie, Fish Hippie, Columbia Sportswear, Calcutta...read more
Island Art Supply offers professional quality paintbrushes, paints, easels and canvas. They also carry art supplies for children. The custom framing...read more
If you're looking for gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself or loved ones, Island Artworks is the place to visit. Owner and metalsmith Kathleen O'Neal...read more
Island Bookstore is a full-service, independent bookstore with a comprehensive selection of fiction and nonfiction books to please every reader. This...read more
Want to try your hand at some DIY with island style? Whether you pick up a t-shirt in the store or bring in your own item from home, at Island Dye It...read more
Island Dyes has been on the Outer Banks for more than 20 years, and all you have to look for is their signature sign that sports the colors of the Rasta...read more
