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
This vintage, family-owned grocery store offers fresh meats, a great selection of fine wines and a variety of groceries....read more
Calvio’s is a nail salon offering expert manicures and pedicures, including acrylics and gels. The husband-and-wife owners are friendly and professional and...read more
Wonderful treats await you at this store. Satisfy your sweet tooth with classic candies, taffy and chocolate or gourmet nuts and salty snacks. Candy and...read more
A new venture from the founders of the popular lifestyle brand Hattiebuilt, Cape Cork & Bottle is Hatteras Island’s first bottle shop and beer and wine...read more
If one thing represents all of Hatteras Island, it has to be the famous black-and-white, spiral-striped Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The lighthouse has...read more
Carawan Seafood is family-owned and operated and has been supplying fresh seafood to Outer Banks locals and visitors for more than 30 years. They specialize...read more
In Duck’s Scarborough Lane Shops you'll find Cariloha Outer Banks, where you’re invited to experience the extraordinary plushness of fabrics made from...read more
Carolina Charm's main location is in Point Harbor on the Currituck mainland, where they grow lavender and flowers and operate a gift shop in a historic home...read more
Carolina Moon is a one-of-a-kind, eclectic gallery that is open for its 36th year on the Outer Banks. The owner specializes in unusual handmade earrings,...read more
E-bikes are not only a fun way to explore the Outer Banks, but also a convenient and inexpensive way to get around without getting caught up in summer...read more
Carquest is an auto parts store that offers everything you need for cars, trucks and motorcycles. If you're not sure what you need, ask the friendly staff...read more
