Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

Shore-Fit Sunwear

100 E. Helga Street, The Bypass, MP 5.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-4560

Shore-Fit is a women’s swimwear boutique offering fashionable swimwear in sizes 8 to 32. They have been featured in both Redbook and Weight Watchers magazines and specialize in fitting every shape by carrying bra-sized, long torso, post-mastectomy and maternity swimwear. The store is bright and colorful and carries beach cover-ups, straw hats and bags and sandals complementing the swimwear selections.

Silly Goose

3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 255-0015

Full of home décor and groovy gifts, Silly Goose has an eclectic collection of tabletop items, wall art, candles, picture frames, inspirational items and more. Helen, the owner, creates wonderful little groupings to help you navigate your way around all her offerings. She is known for her gift and comfort baskets and can help you create one with items from her store plus wine or other goodies that you bring in to her. She offers free custom gift wrapping. This is a great stop when you are looking for that perfect housewarming or girlfriend gift.

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 décor 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 mostly new and some 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, El Naturalista, Birkenstock, Uggs, MBT, Crocs, Merrell, Keen, Dansko, Sperry, Mephisto, Ecco and Earth. 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, décor 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

6902 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 the Radio Shack, this is a great CD store that offers a wide variety of musical styles. They’ll do special orders.

Stop ‘N Shop

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 Sanuk or Rainbow or sunglasses from Anarchy, Angel, Smith, Hot Buttered and more. Plus they have the usual T-shirts, accessories, hats and souvenirs.

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 grab a steamer bucket with a variety of steamed seafood. They even serve fried seafood. In fact, 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.

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. If you travel to Hatteras Island, visit one of their four stores there.

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.

T-Tops Racing

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

Racing fans, this is the place for you. They have NASCAR, racing, NFL and college sports collectibles and clothing. You can also select from tons of T-shirts, Outer Banks souvenirs, gifts and OBX apparel.

T.J. Maxx

2210 South Croatan Highway
Nags Head
(252) 441-9596

New to the Outer Banks, T.J. Maxx arrived in April and 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.

Tarheel Too

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

Tarheel Too provides 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

Bike Barn has been serving the Outer Banks for more than 25 years and they are the place to go to get the whole family on wheels. They are a great place to go for a rental, and you can get tandems, road bikes and multi-speed 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, duck, 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 French Door

2921 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 441-4042

Whether searching for the perfect gift or something fun for yourself, just walking through the door of this alluring boutique is sure to make your heart sing. They carry the lastest clothing fashions, jewelry, gifts and home accents and strive to find unusual products with an artistic flair. They feature Trollbeads, Michel Golan, Pick Up Sticks, XCVI, Yummie Tummie, T-Party, Trapp and Paddywax candles and a wide selection of other designer or trendy products hand-picked by the owner and offered at affordable prices.

The Fudgery

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

Your mouth will water as you watch handcrafted fudge being prepared on thick marble slabs. It’s tempting — bet you can’t resist!

The Glass Bead

3701 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5,
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-3600

With a huge selection of beads of every size, shape and color, this bead store is any jewelry-makers dream. It would be so easy to get lost in here for hours. If you don’t know what you’re doing but want to learn, they have formal lessons every Saturday and feature a variety of workshops all year, but their helpful staff will show you how to do something anytime you need help as well. They have a good selection of beading supplies like tools, findings and finishings as well as how-to and inspiration books. A nice big working table makes it a fun place to hang out and finish a project as well.

The Music Store

2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-8376

This music store is run by musicians and has been since 1987, so the service is helpful and informed. They have everything from new and used guitars to drum sets and amps. They also sell and rent band instruments. The Music Store carries all the best instrument manufacturers, and they can order items they don’t already have in stock. Stop here for music accessories like guitar strings, picks and drumsticks.

The Pink Pirate

7332 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 715-1414, (877) 353-PINK (7465)

Do you know a girlie girl…or are you one yourself? Then, this is your shop! Not your typical beach store, it’s filled with all things polka dotted and zebra striped. You’ll have lots of fun with all the cool tote bags and luggage (these bags really stand out at airport baggage claims!). They also have custom T-shirts, sunglasses and personalized jewelry and gifts. You won’t find hermit crabs to adopt, but pop in and you are sure to find some fun gifts and souvenirs to remember your vacation.

The Pit Surf Shop-Bar & Grill

1209 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-3128

The Pit Surf Shop is one of the friendliest shops around. They take special care when catering to beginning surfers, helping countless first timers tune into the board most suited to their age, physical condition, knowledge and experience. With a huge stock of boards ideal for learning to ride (whether you’re looking to rent or ready to buy), numerous experienced surf instructors and a full surf school on site, The Pit staff is ready to help you get started today. Veteran surf travelers and locals alike also turn to The Pit for high performance shapes, gear and accessories that are fine-tuned for local barrels or exotic surf travel destinations. But this surf shop is not just for surfers; it is also home to the shop-within-the-shop SkimCity, the largest retailer of skimboards, skim clothing, skim accessories and skim DVDs in the world. Skaters love the wide selection of street, park and longboard skateboards. Of course The Pit will also keep you looking cool, out of the water or in, by continually filling the shop with the hottest brands of surf culture and beyond, plus all of the accessories you are looking for like sunglasses, hats, wallets, purses and surf DVDs. They can even outfit your pad with beach-inspired home decor like candles and carved wall hangings that will remind you of the ocean. In a final twist that makes this shop like no other, The Pit also has a killer restaurant on site serving surf-inspired pizza, burgers and wraps that also hosts bands and DJs at night! See Restaurants.