We all know the national pastime isn’t really baseball, right? It’s Shopping, with a capital S.
And the sport of Outer Banks Shopping is helping redefine that pastime. It’s the thrill of the hunt. It’s bringing the bounty home. It’s indulgence … and it’s just plain fun. Outer Banks shopping is right up there with the best of areas. In fact, we even laugh that Duck is the Outer Banks’ own local Rodeo Drive (see Duck Shopping). These Outer Banks clothing stores feature bathing suits, casual sportswear, formal dresses and suits, all the current surf shop styles, high style, easy style. If you lose your suitcase, no worries, you’re set. And, while some areas have a reputation as a shopper’s mecca, all the towns here have plenty to please even the most discriminating of shoppers. Corolla Shopping can help you navigate that area’s upscale offerings. Roanoke Island Shopping is characterized by wandering around the waterfront town of Manteo, moseying in and out of shops and galleries – a perfect way to spend the day. The same is true with Ocracoke Shopping. On this island, many of the houses along quiet streets have been repurposed into retail. It’s a charming way to experience Outer Banks shopping!
Variety Characterizes Outer Banks Shops
As with dining options in the Outer Banks, Outer Banks shopping is surprisingly varied. You’ll enjoy high-end art galleries featuring the watercolors, oils and other medias of local and national artists. On the opposite end, if you want the kitschiest of souvenirs, that’s here too. Want to prepare a fresh seafood dinner at home tonight? Choose a locally owned seafood market in Hatteras Shops to purchase fresh Outer Banks seafood and marinades, and then stop at a specialty wine shop for a bottle to make the evening complete. Set your sights on Nags Head Shopping’s selection (including the places in Kill Devil Hills and Kitty Hawk) of antiques, fishing tackle, books, watersports equipment, home décor items, hammocks, handmade jewelry, gifts with an historic theme, nautically inspired selections – whew! You can spend days exploring these shops and always feel like you’re seeing something new.
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
It's Royalty is a full-service hair salon and a spa that specializes in bridal services. If you need wedding services, call Linda. It's Royalty offers full...read more
Style can be an elusive quality – difficult to pinpoint, but when you see it, you know. Walking into Izabelle’s Closet, you instantly know that you’re...read more
Get great J.Crew style at a great price. Find everything from accessories to dresses and sports jackets. This location has clothes for men and women and...read more
The place to be in Nags Head during the summer season, Jennette’s Pier offers anglers a wide variety of fish to target while sightseers can watch...read more
Designing in platinum, gold and Argentium sterling silver, Gail Kowalski is a local artist whose work with natural fancy-color diamonds and other gemstones...read more
With jewelry inspired by sea and sky, Jewels by the Sea is the perfect place to find a precious Hatteras Island souvenir. You’ll find 14-karat gold jewelry...read more
Jimmy's Garage repairs cars and trucks on Ocracoke Island. The garage has a reputation of being fair, honest and friendly.read more
Nags Head is home to the tallest natural sand dune on the East Coast. Jockey’s Ridge, currently a series of five dunes, is a natural wonder that’s...read more
John Silver is a Roanoke Island-based painter known for his bold, colorful, soulful oil paintings and watercolors. Much of his subject matter is Outer Banks...read more
Jubilee Music Store sells guitars, mandolins, violins, banjos, ukuleles, woodwind instruments, brass instruments and more. Stop in to browse the large...read more
KDH Cooperative Gallery is a fun stop for the whole family. They have a sparkly winged horse in front of the gallery that provides a great photo opportunity...read more
Keller Fishing Supply sells commercial fishing products and supplies, but you don't have to be a commercial fisherman to shop there. Recreational fishermen...read more
