Nags Head, NC
Travel Guide





Visit Nags Head
Where to stay in Nags Head

South Nags Head
If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Side Court
If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Whalebone
While visiting Whalebone, you might make a stop by sights like Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction.

Mia's Boutique Hotel
"Mia’s Boutique is amazing! The room was clean and updated. The staff was so helpful and the location is perfect. Very short walk to the beach!"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
"The stairs and deck going over the sand dune are a mess. The handicap ramp has at least six inches of sand on the turns and the stairs down to the beach are almost totally covered with sand. The deck at the top has two orange cones because there is a hole in the deck. It is Memorial Day weekend and ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Colonial Inn Motel
"Very nice room freshly painted and pretty. Across the street from great restaurant."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

A Place at the Beach
"The pool was closed due to health dept problems; we found out from a resident there. The property gave no warning prior it would be closed and no explanation. They offered no discount for this. We arrived after 5 and us reached out prior to coming to see what the procedure was if you arrived late. ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
"Loved the amenities here. Check in folks were lovely. Clean unit and spacious. Air conditioning broke but we were able to switch rooms. Shower faucet blew out of the wall and hit a family members leg. 2 fire alarms during stay with one at 4am. Virtually no plates, glasses etc in kitchen but otherwise ..."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
"Aside from the relatively complicated self checkin process, the apartment was excellent. It was clean and spacious, and the location was not far from uptown. We appreciated the covered parking, the washer and dryer, and the proximity to parks and shopping. The only improvement we could suggest would ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Popular places to visit

Jennette's Pier
Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.

Nags Head Fishing Pier
After visiting Nags Head Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Admire the tallest sand dunes on the Atlantic coast, explore the maritime forest and see the shallow Roanoke Sound body of water in this unique state park.

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.

Bodie Island Lighthouse
Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.

beach near Old Nags Head Cove
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Old Nags Head Cove during your trip to South Nags Head?

