At the Outer Banks, shopping isn’t just a grown up’s activity, there are plenty of stores here that children will appreciate too. Outer Banks kids’ stores include retail stores, boutiques, consignment stores, museum gift shops, surf companies and bookstores that will have merchandise to clothe and entertain your child. You and your kids can enjoy spending hours checking out cool boutiques that will allow them to stock up on some stylish clothes or hunting through consignment stores in search for those vintage finds. Since it’s the beach, why not visit one or two of the many surf shops in the area to get a new bathing suit, pair of sunglasses or even a surfboard. And who doesn’t love a good beach read? Many Outer Banks authors have published children’s books that can be found in local bookstores. Browse through the below listings of all the Outer Banks kids’ stores that both you and the children can enjoy during your family vacation.
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
Even the tiniest members of the family deserve eye-catching ensembles, and Carter’s is where they can be outfitted for every occasion. This babies’ and...read more
The younger set loves this shop that features everything sparkly and fun. Hair accessories, purses, jewelry, ear piercing, stuffed animals and trendy items...read more
Corolla Wild Horse Fund's museum, gift shop and offices are located in Historic Corolla Village. Visit them to discover the fascinating history and legacy...read more
For a feeling of an old-time country market, step into The Cotton Gin, an Outer Banks shopping tradition for more than 40 years. The original Cotton Gin has...read more
At Outer Banks Dare Challenge Thrift Store you’ll find a wide variety of items including clothing, books, furniture and housewares. Dare Challenge operates...read more
This is really two stores in one. Downstairs it’s a tackle shop with bait, tackle, rods and reels, gas, gear, waders, boots, snacks, rod and reel repair,...read more
Dollar General is a national discount store chain. You'll find grocery items, beauty and personal care products, pet supplies, home goods, office and school...read more
Donna Designs is known for its popular wearable art that is hand-painted one piece at a time in an Outer Banks studio. Each year designer Donna Haddon’s...read more
The independent bookstore on Roanoke Island is Downtown Books, which has been serving Manteo and the entire Outer Banks since 2012. Featuring an eclectic,...read more
A surf shop staple in Duck for almost two decades, DVO also has a location in Salvo on Hatteras Island. A trusted local outfitter, DVO rents bikes,...read more
Farmer’s Daughter provides a wide selection of fashionable clothing, jewelry, accessories, home decor and souvenirs at affordable prices. In business for...read more
Flying Smiles Kites is all about great kites. They sell kites of all kinds for all levels including single-, dual- and quad-lines. They can also do kite...read more
