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
While on your Outer Banks vacation, don't miss out on the shopping at Scarborough Lane Shoppes in the Village of Duck. Scarborough Lane Shoppes offer...read more
Need a sweet treat after a climb up Jockey's Ridge? Head to Jockey's Ridge Crossing (just across the street from the giant dune) to satisfy your sweet tooth...read more
Located at MP 65.5, Scotch Bonnet sells sweets and souvenirs. By far the biggest draw is their fudge, which is made fresh in house and is so good it was...read more
Sea Bags Maine has 50 stores from Bar Harbor, Maine, to Key West, Florida and from the Great Lakes to California. Two of those stores are on the Outer Banks...read more
This shop features locally handmade items that fit within a family-friendly budget. Items you'll find include beeswax candles and balms, driftwood and shell...read more
At Sea Isle Gifts you’ll find all sorts of beach-oriented gifts, souvenirs, jewelry, shells, artwork and home decor items. In the adjoining Lamp Shop they...read more
Carefully selected American handcrafts are the focus at SeaDragon Gallery along with a few handmade Fair Trade Federation items. The owner says she chooses...read more
Hair salon services are offered for men, women and children at this locals' favorite salon. Walk-ins are welcome.read more
Specializing in the fine art of reuse, Seagreen Gallery occupies a beloved Outer Banks landmark (the original Gray's department store, c. 1946) that has...read more
Art lovers and collectors must stop in Seaside and wander through the 13 rooms of incredible fine art and other treasures. The Smith family opened the...read more
While visiting Corolla, stop by Seaside Farm Market located at the corner of the TimBuck II shopping center. The market has a complete selection of local...read more
In a stunningly beautiful robin’s-egg blue building on N.C. 12 just before the ferry docks, you’ll find SeaWorthy Gallery. Painter and owner Carole Nunnally...read more
