Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

Outer Banks Bear Factory

3941 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-1212

Kids will have a lot of fun at this store where they get to design their own stuffed animal. First, they pick out an animal, from alligators to white tigers, and of course bears. Then they get to stuff it, dress it and accessorize it. They give their new friend a check up and, last but not least, a name. Ta-da! An instant new friend. If you’re looking for an unusual birthday party or celebration idea, Outer Banks Bear Factory does parties. Their mobile unit can come to your house, church or festival.

Outer Banks Bicycle

203 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 8.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-3399

Outer Banks Bicycle has a variety of bicycles for rent and sale including Trek, Cannondale & Electra. They can equip the entire family for cycling. Locals trust this shop for their bike repairs, and everyone appreciates the good selection of biking accessories and clothing. They are open all year.

Outer Banks Boarding Co.

103 East Morning View Place and The Bypass, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-1939

If you’re looking for a board, the Outer Banks Boarding Co. is the place to go with literally 1000s of boards in stock in every size, shape and technology. Whether it’s to surf, skate, body, skim or snowboard, they’ve got it. They are also lucky enough to call world-class surfboard shaper Lynn Shell as their own, so if you’re in the market for a custom-made surfboard come talk to them. They also have a great surfboard demo policy so you can try out the latest in surfboard technology. In addition they offer all the clothing, gear, accessories and footwear you need to have a blast at the beach. Many local girls and guys swear that this is one of their first stops for the best new fashions each season. The staff is excellent at offering friendly, helpful advice and can get you sorted out if you want to rent a board or take lessons. See our Recreation section for info about that.

Outer Banks Computers & Music

4104 S. Virginia Dare Trail , Beach Road, MP 13
Nags Head
(252) 441-3002

Outer Banks Computers and Music sells new and used computers and offers computer services such as virus and Spyware removal. This is also a place to buy new and vintage instruments, and you can schedule guitar, mandolin, bass and violin lessons as well. They also repair instruments. If you are planning a wedding or other special event, talk to them about booking a DJ, solo artist or band. They also rent sound systems should you need one.

Outer Banks Epicurean

1484 Colington Road
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-0005

Outer Banks Epicurean is dedicated to the love of local food. It’s a place to pick up homemade dinner to go, always made from fresh, local food in keeping with the Slow Food movement. There are several heat-and-eat selections ready for pickup at noon each day, including a daily vegan option. The menu is posted on the website each day. It’s also the place to stock up on freshly baked cupcakes, lemon pound cake, cakes and salty chocolate brownies. Epicurean’s most unique offering is Outer Banks Sea Salt, which is harvested from the Atlantic Ocean right here and produced in small batches for you take home and highlight your favorite foods with local flair. Another specialty is Epicurean’s 10 Tastes packages, which include 10 tastes of locally produced food. You can also buy art here (food-related, of course) and take cooking classes and tours. Epicurean is located on Colington Road, about 2.5 miles off the Bypass.

Outer Banks Furniture

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-9200

Outer Banks Furniture is one of the largest showrooms on the beach catering to the rental market as well as to a local clientele. They offer a wide selection of furniture, rugs, window treatments, bedding and accessories. Free delivery is available on the Outer Banks as is free design consultation. Out of state shipping is also available.

Outer Banks Sports Locker

1706 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-3444

Outer Banks Sports Locker has sports apparel and fitness equipment, including footwear. They carry college and professional sports team clothing and athletic equipment, and they offer screen-printing, embroidery and trophies.

Parrot Bay Trading Company

808 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-1774

The selection at Parrot Bay is too huge to possibly list everything here. This is a great store for browsing. You’ll find coastal home décor items, garden accessories, gifts and Outer Banks souvenirs. Plus, they carry a terrifc selection of swimwear and custom T-shirts for men, women, juniors and kids. They also have jewelry, resort beach brand shoes and sandals, sunhats, caps and beach supplies.

Peanut Shop of Kitty Hawk

3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-5775

The Peanut Shop stocks gourmet peanuts of all kinds, from spicy to sweet. Check out their Wine Nuts in flavors like Margarita Mix and Chardonnay. Pick out a treat from their old-fashioned glass candy jars. Their selection of jellies, candles and gourmet sauces makes finding a great gift easy. Make it even easier by having them create a gift basket. You can customize the basket by selecting the goodies to go inside, and then they can take care of the shipping. You’ll also find great gifts for the home and kitchen, a year-round selection of beachy Christmas ornaments and greeting cards.

Perfect Image Hair Salon

5000 S. Croatan Highway, Outer Banks Mall, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-2700

Perfect Image is a full-service hair salon offering cuts, color and highlights, perms, styling and updo’s for special events.

Pet Gallery

1208 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-1799

Pet Gallery is a full-service pet store offering hermit crabs, salt and freshwater fish, corals, premium dog and cat foods and feeders. They also have small animals like rabbits, hamsters and reptiles. Kids love this store!

Planet Pleasing Goods

2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-4ECO

The love child of local mom Ivy Ingram, Planet Pleasing Goods brings together the things you need in the best way possible. Whether it’s baby gifts and toys, jewelry, clothing or home décor, she’s found an option that’s green from the ground up, as local as possible, fair trade-made, organic, natural, sustainable, recycled/recyclable and/or repurposed. They are located in the MP 6 Plaza on the Bypass in in Kill Devil Hills. Stop by!

Polo Ralph Lauren

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-0661

Polo offers men’s, women’s and children’s casual and sporty clothing and homewares such as towels, sheets, comforters, pillows and flatware.

Professional Opticians

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-6353

Professional Opticians tends to all your eyewear needs offering designer frames and name brand sunglasses like Ray Ban, Costa Del Mar and Maui Jim.

Puzzles, Pranks and Games

3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-4323

The name of this shop says it all. You’ll find puzzles, pranks and games here for kids of all ages. They have chess sets, backgammon, mah-jongg, playing cards and puzzles from 12 to 24,000 pieces. You can also get replacement pieces for games—somebody’s thinking! They offer shipping, free gift wrapping and gift certificates. Come in and play one of their demo games.

Rack Room Shoes

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-9288

Here you’ll find name brand athletic, casual and dress shoes for the entire family.

Radio Shack

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-2581

You know this popular chain that sells standard Radio Shack stock including tape recorders, CD gear and cell phone accessories. But they also have iPod accessories, satellite radio equipment and other cool stuff. The staff is particularly helpful here.

Red’s Carolina Outfitters

3836 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-6681

Red’s offers hunting supplies and sporting apparel such as camo, boots and other heavy duty clothing.

Rock-A-Bye Baby

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-2297

Here’s a great place to do some one stop shopping for all your baby and child needs. They have new and like new clothing, toys, furniture and accessories plus, bathing suits, sunglasses, a huge selection of Melissa and Doug toys, great pictures, smocked clothing, sun tents and more. Baby equipment rentals are also available.

Sally Huss Gallery — Inspirations

300 E. Driftwood Street
Nags Head
(252) 441-8098, (877) 717-8098

There’s a reason why they call themselves “the happiest store on the beach!” You’ll find yourself smiling as you view the large selection of bags, wall art, jewelry and other items displaying the bright, colorful work of California artist Sally Huss. Everyday objects such as piggy banks, mirrors, clocks, wine racks and corkscrews have a fun, artistic flair added to them. The shop also has whimsical pottery made by local artists, stained- and fused-glass items, garden decorations and area rugs. Be sure to check out the collegiate section and their unique childrens’ items.

Salty Paws Biscuits

3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 13
Nags Head
(252) 480-2284

Salty Paws specializes in all-natural, fresh-baked pet treats. A large array of pet toys, decorative collars, pet safety items and gifts for the pet lover is offered. And they even have pet sitter contacts! Dogs are welcome in the store to shop along with you.

Scoops Ice Cream

3941 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-4485

Sweet tooth acting up? Or do you need something more substantial? Turn in here to fill your hunger spot and devour deli sandwiches, snacks and homemade ice cream, or take home an ice cream cake.

Sea Isle Gifts and The Lamp Shop

1216 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-7206

At Sea Isle Gifts you’ll find all sorts of beach-oriented gifts, souvenirs, jewelry, shells and home décor items. In the adjoining Lamp Shop they have nautical lamps of all kinds, including beautiful stained-glass lamps and light fixtures. They also have shell lamps with a glass lamp base that you can purchase already filled with loose shells, or you can use your own shell collection.

Sears

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-2064

A modest-sized shop, this Sears store displays name brand appliances, home entertainment and garden and lawn care equipment.

Seaside Art Gallery

2716 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 441-5418

Art lovers and collectors must stop in Seaside and wander through 13 rooms of incredible fine art and other treasures. The Smith family opened the gallery in 1961 and still operates Seaside today in its original location. The gallery showcases 2,000 original works by local and world-renowned artists, including original work from masters such as Picasso and Rembrandt as well as coastal paintings, fine art prints, sculpture, pottery, porcelains, Mexican silver jewelry, Hummel figurines and animation art by Disney and Warner Brothers. A fine art and animation art accredited appraiser is on staff. They also have a large fine estate jewelry collection. Seaside hosts several exciting art shows annually including the International Miniature Art Show and artist demonstration shows.