Shopping
Viewing 1 - 25 of 228 total listings on page 1 of shopping.
Next Page
Brew Thru—Kill Devil Hills
- 3101 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-9190
Brew Thru, the original drive-thru convenience stores, have become an Outer Banks tradition over the past 30 years. Their Kill Devil Hills location at milepost 5.5 offers ice-cold beer, wine, beverages, snacks, gas and much more! A vacation to the Outer Banks would not be complete without one of their legendary annual T-Shirts. Having sold more than 3 million shirts since 1977, the Brew Thru T-shirt is the #1 selling souvenir on the beach.
New in 2006, Brew Thru introduced its first walk-in location. The Brew Thru Outlet is located next to this Kill Devil Hills drive-thru and features all of their past vintage T-shirt designs dating back to 1977, more than 100 selections of micro and import beers, discount cartons of cigarettes, a wide variety of cigars and tons of Brew Thru memorabilia. The Brew Thru Outlet lets customers really shop and explore and is perfect for the beer and Brew Thru enthusiasts.
Brew Thru—Kitty Hawk
- 4728 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 2
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-3948
Brew Thru, the original drive-thru convenience store, has become an Outer Banks tradition over the past 30 years. They offer ice-cold beer, wine, beverages, snacks and much more! A vacation to the Outer Banks would not be complete without one of their legendary annual T-shirts. Having sold more than 3 million shirts since 1977, the Brew Thru T-Shirt is a collectible and is the #1 selling souvenir on the beach.
Brew Thru—Nags Head (2 locations)
- 3700 S. Virginia Dare Trail (Beach Road) and 2203 S. Croatan Highway (The Bypass), MP 10 & 13
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-5108 and (252) 480-2739
The original drive-through beverage store has been on the Outer Banks for more than 30 years and has become a tradition for visitors and locals alike. The Nags Head locations offer ice-cold beer, wine, soft drinks, snacks and much more. Almost bigger than their fun reputation are their world-famous T-shirts—they’ve sold so many (more than 3 million since 1977) that they now create annual editions that are considered collectibles. Check out Ebay if you think we’re kidding! Stop in and get your own! It’s the #1 selling souvenir on the beach.
Cavalier Surf Shop
- 4324 S. Virginia Dare Traill, The Beach Road, MP 13.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-7349
One of the oldest surf shops on the Outer Banks, Cavalier is a family-run operation and is known for providing good customer service in sales and rentals. You can buy or rent hard or soft-top surfboards, bodyboards, skimboards and wetsuits. They have a full line of clothing for boys, men and women including beachwear, sportswear, swimwear and sandals. They also have a wide selection of sunglasses. Check out their cool Cavalier Surf Shop T-shirt designs. See Recreation for more information about the surfing lessons they offer.
Cloud Nine
- 3022 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP11.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-2992
Colorful and creative, Cloud Nine is a happening stop these days for shoppers and artisans and has been for more than 20 years. Buy beads to create your own jewelry, or bring in a piece of beach glass or a found treasure and they’ll create it for you. The owner, Ginny, is a talented jewelry artist who shares her knowledge and provides lots of helpful info. Ask about their jewelry-making workshops. The shop is recently expanded to offer more beads, worktables and finished jewelry plus books and tools for the aspiring designer. Choose from a selection of gold and silver jewelry and other beaded delights, apparel, incense, body oils and around the world finds. They carry a great selection of local artwork, and Ginny can tell you a bit about each artists.
Cotton Gin
- 5151 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 449-2387
This shop is perfect for finding special touches for your home or cottage, gifts or that little something for yourself. Browse through nautical and beach home décor from furniture and lamps to decorative kitchen and garden items, or choose from a variety of gifts, jewelry and body products from Crabtree & Evelyn and Burt’s Bees. They have a huge collection of Yankee Candles and soy Beanpod candles. Shop for Outer Banks apparel or resort wear for the whole family including Tommy Bahama and Banana Bay items. Pick up some North Carolina wine from their very own vineyard.
Exotic Home
- 900 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 8.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-6728
Exotic Home is a furniture showroom with home furnishings and décor from contemporary to traditional. The selection includes imported hardwood furniture, upholstered and leather sofas and chairs, antiques, artwork and handcrafted wall decor, teak deck furniture and more. An entire home could be furnished and decorated with the selection you’ll find here. In fact, free professional whole home furnishings and decorating is a service they provide for homes on the Outer Banks and beyond!
Front Porch Café
- 2707 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 480-6616
The Front Porch Cafe is a traditional community coffeehouse with deliciously fresh roasted coffee. The aroma will greet you when you step inside, and you can even watch as the coffee is roasted here. The Front Porch serves an array of specialty coffee drinks, teas and chai. Fresh pastries and cakes are baked on site, like croissants, muffins, cinnamon buns and turnovers. A wide variety of whole bean coffees are for sale. The interior of this coffee shop is unique, with artwork from coffee-producing countries across the globe and a hand-painted mural by local artist Elizabeth Kays. This is a great place to hang out, open year round with free wireless Internet access, extended summer evening hours and a community bulletin board with local news and events. The Front Porch has two other locations, one in Kill Devil Hills at MP 6 and their new store in Manteo.
Front Porch Cafe
- 2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 449-6616
Front Porch Café is an uncommon shopping experience. All the retail items originate from the same countries as their coffees. Most items are fair trade or fair wage goods, so you can feel good about your purchases. In addition to the fresh roasted coffees, they offer teas, both loose and bagged, as well as tea sets and tea accessories. See Restaurants for more about the espresso bar and baked goods here.
Garden of Beadin’
- 2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 449-5055
Garden of Beadin’ is a great bead shop with an extensive selection of beads, semi-precious stones and beading supplies. They have a dazzling selection of hand-blow glass pendants, many from local and North Carolina artisans. During the summer daily beading classes are offered. Call ahead for a schedule. This is a fun stop to make and can help brighten a rainy day at the beach.
Glazin’ Go Nuts Paint Your Own Pottery
- 2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-2134
This is an activity that’s fun for the whole family. First, you choose your own ceramic piece to paint, then you’re let loose with a variety of paints, stencils and books for inspiration. The friendly, helpful staff is on hand for any questions. This is a great project for a rainy day, and once the piece is fired, you’ll be proud of your own creativity!
Gold-N-Gifts
- 3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 449-2900
Gold-N-Gifts carries gold, platinum and sterling silver jewelry. They specialize in one-of-a-kind pieces, designer lines, estate and nautical jewelry and other gifts. Watch batteries and jewelry repairs are performed on-premises.
Gray’s Department Store
- 3860 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-1776
Gray’s has been a trusted name in apparel for the whole family since 1948. This family owned and operated local chain boasts the largest selection of Tommy Bahama clothing on the Outer Banks and also sells popular brands like Fresh Produce Sportswear, Billabong, Columbia, Woolrich and Eliza B ribbon sandals and belts. Gray’s also carries a great selection of gifts, jewelry and accessories, including Vera Bradley. The store specialty is its enormous selection of quality Outer Banks T-shirts and sweatshirts, including OBX designs.
Hallmark Gold Crown
- 5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-7015
Gifts, cards, wrap, stationery and photo albums are the “hallmark” of this venue. Need a wedding or baby gift? Look no further. You’ll also find Yankee Candles, Sandicast dogs, Heartwood Creek, Precious Moments and Enesco Collectibles. They also carry the highly sought after collectible Willow Tree angels. There’s a great selection of gifts and jewelry that can be engraved for special occasions. Hallmark also has balloons and a large selection of plush animals.
Jewelry by Gail
- 207 Driftwood Street
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-5387
Designing in platinum and gold, Gail Kowalski is a local artist whose work with natural, fancy-colored diamonds and other precious gems and metals has won her national recognition. She creates one of a kind high-quality jewelry and also features handpicked reasonably priced selections from the world over. To see a work of astonishing beauty, stop in for a look at her amethyst chandelier.
Kitty Hawk Kites and Whalebone Water Sports
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-2210
Kitty Hawk Kites offers equipment for all adventure needs, including hang gliding, kiteboarding and kayaking gear. They have souvenirs, including Wright Brothers merchandise, pirate gear and Outer Banks paraphernalia. There is also a great selection of fun toys, special gifts and all types of kites. Check out the on-site climbing wall and ask about hang gliding lessons, which are held across the street at Jockey’s Ridge. See Recreation.
Kitty Hawk Sports
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-6800
Kitty Hawk Sports has a great selection of outdoor and surf brand clothing as well as summer fashions and swimwear for the whole family. There are T-shirts galore, lots of OBX paraphernalia and Nags Head Casino products. They have tons of watersports equipment for sale like kayaks, surfboards, body boards, skim boards, fins and wetsuits. See Recreation for more information about the watersports opportunities.
Nags Head Hammocks
- 1801 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-6115, (800) 344-6433
Nags Head hammocks have been handcrafted in coastal North Carolina since 1974. The Kill Devil Hills location features incredibly lush landscaping to show off these great hammocks. You’ll find hammocks, swings, barstools, chairs and stands plus accessories like bolsters, pillows and foot rests. These products are made with sturdy, weather-resistant materials, and they last a long, long time, even in the harsh Outer Banks conditions. Stop by the store to see the hammocks being crafted on-site. Shipping is available.
Ocean Atlantic Rentals
- 2001 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-7823
Ocean Atlantic Rentals is the ultimate vacation rental store. They rent many of the necessities, like baby gear, strollers, grills, linens, TVs and DVD players, rollaway beds, tables and chairs, wheel chairs, life jackets, etc. Plus they rent the fun stuff, such as surfboards, boogie boards, beach gear, utility carts, coolers, bikes, kayaks, rods and reels and sports equipment. They also have wedding supplies, such as chairs and tents. Delivery and pick-up are available.
Shay Leslie Boutique
- 1314 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 261-3151
Shay Leslie is the place to shop when you like to dress with style, class and a little funk. They have beautifully made clothing for women in choices appropriate for day, desk, dinner and party. You’ll also find exquisite accessories like handbags and jewelry. They take pride in providing personal customer service. Shopping here is just plain fun.
The Cottage Shop
- 5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-2522
The Cottage Shop is the Outer Banks’ “home outfitters for seaside living.” The store features the latest in gifts for special occasions, weddings and holidays, decorative accessories, housewares and accent furniture to complement any home. The Cottage Shop also offers all-inclusive Cottage Packages designed to help homeowners outfit their beach homes or year-round residences. The packages encompass kitchen, bed, bath, decorative accessories, outdoor and recreational items. Kellogg Design Center, a sister company that’s located next door, can help you create a totally new kitchen or bath with all your lighting, flooring and cabinet needs.
TW’s Bait and Tackle
- 3022 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-4807
TW’s is now at home in a brand-new facility; it’s three times as large as the old store and packed with even more quality fishing gear and accessories. At TW’s they can fix you up with a custom fishing rod. You’ll find T-shirts, sweats and hats, all emblazoned with the best fishing designs around. They also carry clothing for children and ladies. There’s a good selection of sunglasses for the whole family, in quality brands like Costa Del Mar and Maui Jim. They also carry Helly Hansen and Columbia raingear as well as hunting clothing and accessories. Check out their selection of fishy gifts and home décor items. You can pick up all the fishing extras, like rod racks, and essentials or a fishing license, with one stop at TW’s. See Recreation for more information.
TW’s Bait and Tackle
- 3864 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-7848
TW’s is a full-service bait and tackle shop, but it’s also a great place to find sportswear for the whole family. They stock Columbia clothing for men and women, Aftco sportswear and Leatherman belts and sandals. There are tons of hats and tees to choose from for the perfect gift for your favorite angler. Check out the fishy home décor items and whimsical gifts. See Kitty Hawk Recreation.
Yellowhouse Art Gallery
- 2902 S Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 11
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-6928
Featured in the nine rooms of this wonderful old cottage is a great collection of local art prints and original paintings, local photography, antique maps and prints, original antique engravings and Civil War prints, botanicals and nature prints and Outer Banks maps (modern and antique). Custom framing is available in the Annex. They are celebrating 40 years in 2009!
158 Surf & Skate
- 3701 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 255-1581
A bit of a change from the traditional surf/skate shop, this new shop has more of a boutique feel with clean aesthetics and a simple, modern, minimalist style. Their concept was to bring together the best part of street wear and the best part of surf and skate retail to create a unique experience here on the Outer Banks, and they have succeeded. They research and offer emerging brands you won’t often find on the Outer Banks or even eastern Carolina, so if you like cutting edge style, this is your place. You’ll also find a huge skate, body board and surfboard selection, and they offer two-week turnaround on custom surfboards and 24-hour surfboard ding repair. They also offer full rental and lesson services in skate and surf. And right next door is the only indoor skatepark on the OBX, with a 20-foot wide and 4-foot tall halfpipe with a 10-foot vert wall. Active in the community, they sponsor skate contests year round.


























