Kitty Hawk, NC

Travel Guide

Kitty Hawk Pier at sunrise, North Carolina
Kitty Hawk Pier at sunrise, North Carolina
kitty hawk pier, outer banks, north carolina
Atlantic sunrise.
One of the northernmost towns along the coast in North Carolina, Duck is an idyllic town on the shores of the Currituck Sound. This shot was taken from the town's boardwalk while looking West over the sounds. It is advisable to visit the location in Winter as that is off season - so you can spend more time taking in the beauty of the North Carolina coastline and also sunsets are usually much more picturesque around the time owing to the cooler temperatures and lower amount of atmospheric haze. Plenty of things around Duck to see. Further north, there is the Currituck Lighthouse where you can climb the steps to the top of the lighthouse. North of Corolla, there is an area where you can drive along the coast on the sand - 4X4s a must. Here you can spot some Spanish Mustangs, horses out in the wild. If you're lucky, you can spot them running along the beach in the surf. I'd recommend taking a tour through the Corolla Wild Horse Fund - the money from the tours is used to help the wild horses in every which way possible and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for stopping by and for the support. #colorful #goldenhour #weekend #waterlust #bestof5

Where to stay in Kitty Hawk

Jockey's Ridge State Park, North Carolina

Carolina Dunes

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Carolina Dunes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Sanderling Spa and Nor'Banks Sailing.

Carolina Dunes
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Sea Scape

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Sea Scape, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Scape Golf Links and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve.

Sea Scape
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Tuckahoe

While Tuckahoe might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Sanderling Spa and Duck Woods Country Club.

Tuckahoe
Nags Head Pier Panorama at Sunrise

Wild Duck Dunes

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wild Duck Dunes and surrounding area, you can visit The Sanderling Spa and Nor'Banks Sailing.

Wild Duck Dunes
Outer Banks, North Carolina beach panorama. Sky, ocean, beach, and vacation rentals. Horizontal.

Caffeys Quarters

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Caffeys Quarters and surrounding area, you can visit The Sanderling Spa and Nor'Banks Sailing.

Caffeys Quarters
Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk

4 out of 5
1 Cypress Knee Trail Kitty Hawk NC
The price is ₩99,233 per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
₩99,233
₩160,244 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Just make sure you know some rooms are second floor.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk

Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk

3 out of 5
5353 N. Virginia DareTrail Kitty Hawk NC
The price is ₩132,679 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩132,679
₩149,597 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The staff was extra-friendly and helpful because we had a small dog with us.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk
The Sanderling

The Sanderling

4 out of 5
1461 Duck Rd Duck NC
The price is ₩314,695 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
₩314,695
₩451,435 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
Good service

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Sanderling
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Ocean Pines Resort

Ocean Pines Resort

3.5 out of 5
1445 Duck Road Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Nor'Banks Sailing and The Sanderling ...
8/10 Very Good! (135 reviews)
Staff was very nice...room was clean....only thing that was negatitive ....there was a smell in living area carpet or furniture.....other than that very nice

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Ocean Pines Resort
Barrier Island Station

Barrier Island Station

2.5 out of 5
1245 Duck Rd Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Duck Boardwalk and Nor'Banks Sailing ...
7.6/10 Good! (306 reviews)
Kitchen was not really a kitchen just a fridge sink and a hotplate and a few pans but we didn't use any of that anyway

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Barrier Island Station
Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

3.5 out of 5
4724 N. Croatan Hwy Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this golf condo in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sea Scape Golf Links and Monument ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
Clean room and easy check-in/check-out

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
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Popular places to visit

One of the northernmost towns along the coast in North Carolina, Duck is an idyllic town on the shores of the Currituck Sound. This shot was taken from the town's boardwalk while looking West over the sounds. It is advisable to visit the location in Winter as that is off season - so you can spend more time taking in the beauty of the North Carolina coastline and also sunsets are usually much more picturesque around the time owing to the cooler temperatures and lower amount of atmospheric haze. Plenty of things around Duck to see. Further north, there is the Currituck Lighthouse where you can climb the steps to the top of the lighthouse. North of Corolla, there is an area where you can drive along the coast on the sand - 4X4s a must. Here you can spot some Spanish Mustangs, horses out in the wild. If you're lucky, you can spot them running along the beach in the surf. I'd recommend taking a tour through the Corolla Wild Horse Fund - the money from the tours is used to help the wild horses in every which way possible and the staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for stopping by and for the support. #colorful #goldenhour #weekend #waterlust #bestof5

Duck Boardwalk

After visiting Duck Boardwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Duck. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Duck Boardwalk
Golf green at mediterranean club in Andalusia

Sea Scape Golf Links

Enjoy a round of golf in Kitty Hawk at Sea Scape Golf Links. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Sea Scape Golf Links
The rising sun visible through pier supports and is reflected in waves by the Nags Head fishing pier on the outer banks of North Carolina

Kitty Hawk Pier

After visiting Kitty Hawk Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kitty Hawk. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Kitty Hawk Pier
Kids play with telescopes and other stuff at observatory park in planetarium.

Children at Play Museum

Enjoy a trip to Children at Play Museum and popular activities like fishing in Kitty Hawk. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Children at Play Museum
Raleigh North Carolina USA September 20 2017 Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral

Holy Redeemer Catholic Church

After visiting Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kitty Hawk. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Holy Redeemer Catholic Church

The Sanderling Spa

You can take time to visit The Sanderling Spa during your travels to Duck. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Sanderling Spa

Reviews of Kitty Hawk

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
94
5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
42
4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
9
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Yes,make sure if u stay at Diamond Resort that u go there personally and ck things b4 hand so u wont b paying for something that u wont b getting,i got nothing for my money

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lots to see here in the surrounding area. Will be coming back to see the many things I had to miss out on this time around!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Gorgeous Town

4/5 - Good

Liz

Beautiful little town, limited to nonexistent sidewalks so be careful trying it to walk to a nearby restaurant/store/beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Really nice place.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

nice quiet area not much to do

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