Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

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, artwork and home decor items. In the adjoining Lamp Shop they have nautical lamps of all kinds, including beautiful stained-glass lamps. 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 outpost of the national Sears chain, this store displays name-brand appliances, home-entertainment systems, 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 the 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. The owner is a fine art and animation art accredited appraiser. Seaside also has a fine estate jewelry collection. Seaside hosts several exciting art shows annually, including the International Miniature Art Show and artist demonstration shows.

Secret Spot Surf Shop

2815 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 441-4030

Outfit yourself to surf, skate or sun. This shop is an old-time favorite offering custom-made Secret Spot surfboards as well as used boards, boogie boards and more. Check out the retro collection of surfboards on the ceiling. You also can rent a board or get a surf report, and lessons are available. The whole family can shop for summer apparel, including bathing suits, shoes, shorts and Secret Spot T-shirts. They specialize in stuff for babies and kids, so if you have little ones, this is your place. Other cool findings include the selection of summer dresses for women and girls, the collection of tropical gifts and surf art and their killer selection of sunglasses.

Shear Genius Salon

2510 S. Croatan Highway,The Bypass, MP 10
Nags Head
(252) 441-1119

Shear Genius Salon moved to a new location last year, just a bit up the road from their previous place. They have more than 31 years of service in the community and are dedicated to improving and enhancing your image by providing holistic products and programs that promote a healthy lifestyle. They offer the finest in hair, skin and body care treatments in balance with nature. You can find AVEDA, M’lis and Jane Iredale mineral skin care and makeup here.

Shipwreck

7746 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head/Manteo Causeway
Nags Head
(252) 441-5739

The Shipwreck is one of those old-time treasures of a shop that’s been around for decades. Out front you’ll see an old boat filled with driftwood, and inside there’s bin after bin of shells along with nautical gifts and shell jewelry. Come here for a friendly chat, too, with Outer Banks natives Joyce and Joanne.

Shooters at the Beach

2910 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 480-2395

Shooters photography studio offers a team of professional photographers trained in making beautiful family portraits on the beach and many other Outer Banks locations. You’re in good hands with the Shooters crew, whether they’re capturing your reunion, family vacation or wedding. New this year, Outer Banks Pictures gives you access to gorgeous fine art prints and canvases representing many of the Outer Banks’ finest photographic artists (see Recreation). Studio and commercial photography services are available.

Something Fishy

2506 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-9660

This fun, colorful shop features dozens of local and regional artists contributing “fishy” jewelry, gifts, custom beach-themed signs for family homes, and many handcrafted home accents. They have recently expanded to offer a larger selection of home decor items like rugs, pillows and kitchen linens, all in bright island colors and prints, as well as a new garden accent selection with statuary and fountains. They also have fishy wall decorations, tropical beachwear and straw hats.

Something Old, Something New

1903 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-3030

This super cool store sells a mix of new and vintage items. The vintage finds are true gems, and it’s worth a stop just to be around all the fun clothing, jewelry, accessories, shades, shoes and sometimes some art as they are all so artfully displayed. Plus, you don’t have to dig deep to find a great deal.

Sound Feet Shoes

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-8954

For more than 20 years Sound Feet has been the Outer Banks’ premier shoe store with comfort brands like Naot, Birkenstock, Uggs, MBT, Crocs, Merrell, Keen, Dansko, Sperry, Mephisto, Ecco and Toms. They carry a large selection of sandals from Reef, Rainbow, Teva, Sanuk, Chaco and Olukai. They also have the major brands of athletic and skate shoes. The whole family can find shoes here, and the staff is well-trained to help you get the perfect fit.

Sound Feet Shoes Outlet

3840 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
Kitty Hawk
(252) 441-0715

With so many brands to choose from, Sound Feet Shoes always finds itself with too many shoes, so all the extras get sent to this outlet. They have a great selection of name brand shoes at outlet prices here, and they also carry Carhartt and uniforms. Go in and let them fit your entire family.

Southern Soldier Antiques

2910 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 715-0144

Don’t let the name fool you, this antiques store is full of much more than war memorabilia! With everything from shipwreck coins, Civil War relics, authentic Baltic amber jewelry, stained glass, art, vintage clothing, collectible glassware, a wide selection of 18th- and 19th-century furniture, decor and so much more, you’ll feel like you’re in a museum where you can buy the displays. Created by a young family with a good eye for that special piece, this shop is a must see for the antiques buff and fun for the whole family.

Souvenir City

6900 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 16
Nags Head
(252) 441-7452

Plenty of fun beach stuff is found here, including hermit crabs, T-shirts, chimes, candles, beach towels, lighthouse memorabilia and fireworks.

SSR Music

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-0048

Located within Radio Shack, this is a great CD store that offers a wide variety of musical styles. They also carry vinyl records and they’ll do special orders.

Stop ‘N Shop Convenience & Deli

100 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 8.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-6105

Stop ‘N Shop is a convenience store and deli with a decidedly gourmet spin. In the deli you’ll find excellent sandwiches prepared to order with Boars Head meats. Every day they have several specials. The deli is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can choose from a great selection of wine and beer, including kegs. They also have convenience items and snacks as well as a full line of gourmet sauces and foods. Check out their huge hot sauce collection. They also have beach supplies and are the place to go for flip-flops from Reef, Sanuk or Rainbow. They have a large selection of sunglasses, including Anarchy, Angel, Smith, Maui Jim, Costa del Mar, Oakley, Arnette, Ray Ban and Hobie. Plus they have the usual T-shirts, accessories, hats and souvenirs. They also do gift baskets to order.

Sugar Shack

7340 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head/Manteo Causeway
Nags Head
(252) 441-3888

Sugar Shack is located right next to Sugar Creek Soundfront Seafood Restaurant. This is the place to pick up the freshest seafood around. Choose from steamed seafood like shrimp, lobster and king crab legs, or pick up a steamer bucket with a variety of steamed seafood. You can also eat here — the fresh fish sandwiches and boats (including Shack chips and slaw) they make here are some of the best we’ve ever eaten anywhere! Everything is cooked to order. You can dine inside or out, and either way you’ll have a fantastic view of the sound. They also stock beer. The Sugar Shack is a great way to feed a crowd at home, and they deliver within a 6-mile radius.

Sunglass Hut

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-0167

Eye protection is a must for beach vacationers. Get it here, from expensive name brands to inexpensive fashion statements.

Surfside Casuals

4104 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Bypass, MP 13
Nags Head
(252) 441-7449

Everybody can find a swimsuit at this store. Surfside Casuals is one of the area’s longest-standing shops offering swimwear, beach apparel and sportswear. They offer some of the hottest brand names in surf- and beach-inspired clothing for women, men and children. The swimsuit section has hundreds of suits, including separates, for every shape and age. You can also visit one of their other stores in Duck, Corolla, Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Rodanthe.

T-Shirt Whirl

3408 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 11.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-5579

This resort shop is just a jammin’ with T-shirts, so it’s a good place to restock your T-shirt selection.

T-Tops Racing

1808 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-8867

Sports fans, this is the place for you. They have NFL, Major League Baseball and college sports collectibles and clothing. John Deere lovers will find a large selection of hats, clothing, toys and special-interest items. You can also select from tons of T-shirts, Outer Banks souvenirs, gifts and OBX apparel.

T.J. Maxx

2210 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10
Nags Head
(252) 441-9596

When T.J. Maxx arrived on the Outer Banks in 2010, the grand opening was so passionately anticipated that a group of ladies waited out front drinking mimosa in celebration. As their website proclaims, this is where fashionistas become Maxxinistas, so stop in for good buys on fun fashions for men, women, children and the home, plus toys and so much more!

Tarheel Too

3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
Kill Devil Hills
No phone

Tarheel Too is a free-standing produce market providing farm-fresh produce, herbs and baked goods from spring to fall. Enjoy the fruits of nearby Currituck County farms like juicy strawberries and big, plump blackberries. The goods here are fresher and less expensive than at the standard grocery store produce aisle.

The Bike Barn

1312 Wrightsville Avenue, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-3786

The Bike Barn has been serving the Outer Banks for more than 25 years. This is a great place to go for a rental, and you can get tandems, road bikes and multispeed bikes to use while you’re visiting. For sale, they offer Diamondback, Jamis, Hampton Cruiser, Earth Cruiser and Trailmate bicycles and tricycles with models for children and adults. You can also find biking accessories such as shorts, gloves, clothing, helmets, baskets, car racks and saddlebags plus all the gear you need like tires, tubes and pedals. They are a full-service repair shop and have a full line of tools for purchase. To find the Bike Barn, turn off The Bypass and they are right behind Taco Bell.

The Bird Store

807 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 8.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-2951

The Bird Store is a gallery that specializes in regional and local wildlife art carvings of shorebirds, egrets, herons, ducks, fish and songbirds. There are antique and new carvings, antique collectible fishing gear, original paintings and prints. In business on the Outer Banks for more than 20 years, they highlight the work of third, fourth and fifth generation local carvers.

The Fudgery

3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-0163

Your mouth will water as you watch hand-crafted fudge being prepared on thick marble slabs. It’s tempting — bet you can’t resist! — and there are so many flavors to choose from we know you’ll have a hard time making up your mind. This shop is right across from Jockey’s Ridge State Park.