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
Everybody can find a swimsuit at this store. Surfside Casuals is one of the area’s most well-known names in swimwear, beach apparel and sportswear. The...read more
If you knew and loved Frisco's Indian Town Gallery, you'll be happy to know that it has been reincarnated as Swell Art Gallery. In a new location near the...read more
After accumulating a massive following on the internet and at local and regional art shows, Swell Ceramics opened a brick-and-mortar shop space in Nags Head...read more
When T.J. Maxx arrived on the Outer Banks in 2010, the grand opening was so passionately anticipated that a group of ladies waited out front drinking...read more
An array of fashion and a burst of color await you at Talbots. Specializing in name brands for misses and petite sizes, they also offer a variety of items...read more
Tar Heel Trading Company has been bringing the work of American artists and craftsmen to the Outer Banks since 1979. With two distinctive locations in Duck...read more
Tarheel Too is a free-standing market providing produce, honey, herbs and baked goods from spring to fall. Much of the produce is locally grown, as in...read more
The Stock-Aide brings a much-needed convenience store to the Manteo waterfront but with all the charm the historic district deserves. This is an old-...read more
Longtime Outer Banks artists Scott Geib and Anne Burroughs operate this vibrantly colorful gallery in Downtown Manteo. Scott specializes in...read more
The Bird Store is an art gallery specializing in regional and local wildlife art and carvings of pelicans, shorebirds, egrets, herons, ducks, fish and...read more
Sweet treats abound at The Blue Lagoon. They offer handmade chocolates, caramel apples, chocolate pretzels, gourmet gummies and homemade fudge to suit any...read more
The Blue Whale has been in business on Hatteras Island for more than 48 years. They sell just about all the convenience items you’ll need plus other fun...read more
