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Welcome to the Outer Banks

The Outer Banks of North Carolina offers a welcome relief from crowded cities and overrun vacation spots. In fact, you won’t find any cities on the Outer Banks, just 100+ miles of wide-open shoreline, charming seaside villages, and a mix of towns brimming with personality and fascinating connections to our nation’s history. Although we’re just a drive away, these barrier islands feel remote. Choose an oceanside vacation rental home, and just pop in the keycode for your rental and start vacationing on your own stretch of beach. Or, go for a different home experience at one of the romantic B&Bs of Roanoke Island and enjoy the walkable waterfront downtown of Manteo. This is where our country started (only makes sense to start a vacation here, too). You’ll find a variety of Outer Banks hotels, motels, cottage courts, campgrounds suitable for whatever experience you choose. See for yourself why Forbes and Dr. Beach ranked the Outer Banks as a top spot to get away to! 

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Raw OBX

OBX unlocks people’s passions such as surfing, fishing, birdwatching & kiteboarding.

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Beach & Sound Accesses

Find a full list of conveniently located beach and sound accesses.

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Gather Together For Thanksgiving on the Outer Banks

Year after year, the Outer Banks has been a destination for families and large...

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Best Outer Banks Coffee Shops

Coffee and the beach is a match made in heaven. For the java enthusiast, the Outer...

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Eating Healthy in OBX: Low-Sugar, Gluten-Free, Vegan, and More

So you’re on vacation, and you want to enjoy the delicious food the Outer...

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Events

Nov 22

Holly Days Bazaar and Arts Festival

All Saints Episcopal Church
Nov 22

WinterLights

Elizabethan Gardens
Nov 23

Misfits and Rejects Market

Outer Banks Brewing Station
Nov 24

Soundside Holiday Market

The Soundside Event Site