Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

Carawan Seafood

5424 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-2120

Carawan Seafood is family owned and operated and has been supplying fresh seafood to Outer Banks locals and visitors for more than 25 years. They specialize in local seafood, like North Carolina shrimp, fresh crabmeat and many varieties of locally caught fish. They also have lobster and king, snow and Dungeness crab. You’ll find a big selection of wine and beer. Skip the grocery stores if they’re packed with people and pick up everything you need here: marinades, organic veggies, herbs and fresh breads. You’ll even find already-prepared soups, pies and cakes. Check out the gift shop for nautical and Southwestern gifts and locally made jewelry. Carawan Seafood is open year round.

Central Garden Center & Nursery

6285 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1/4,
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-7195

Central Garden Center is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving the beach for more than 40 years. They offer plants for all seasons and are very knowledgeable about those that are best suited to the harsh beach environment. You’ll also find beach grasses, some tropical plants and mulch. Pick out a piece of driftwood from their collection to bring a little of the beach to your garden back home. They also have concrete statuary, and they offer landscaping services.

Chalet Gift Shop

6406 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 15.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-6402

Wow! Shop the Chalet for lovely gifts, collectibles, souvenirs and jewelry including 14-karat gold and sterling silver creations. Offerings include home accessories and beach items. The staff here is especially nice.

CHKD Thrift Store

3838 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-5437

This thrift store benefits the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters. Shop for women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, toys, furnishings, dishes and more, all at bargain prices. You never know what you’ll find.

Christmas Mouse

2401 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-8111

The Christmas Mouse has been serving the Outer Banks with Christmas delights since 1987. Choose from holiday collectibles such as Clothtique Santas, Byer’s Carolers and Annalee felt ornaments. On display are dozens of themed trees to inspire you and more than 6,500 ornaments from which to select. There is an entire room dedicated to nautical and Outer Banks-themed ornaments and souvenirs.

Cigarette City

3723 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 480-1600

At Cigarette City you’ll find tobacco products, cigars and beer.

Claire’s Accessories

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-1701

The younger set loves this hair adornment shop that also features purses, jewelry and ear piercing.

Coach

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 449-8192

Coach features designer men’s and ladies’ leather accessories including handbags, briefcases and travel goods.

Coastal Edge

1600 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-5560

Coastal Edge is a popular surf shop on the scene in Kill Devil Hills and stocks surf and skate-style clothing, accessories and shoes for girls and guys. They also sell equipment for surfing, skateboarding, skimboarding and bodyboarding. See Recreation.

Cold Stone Creamery

1716 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 261-2496

At Cold Stone Creamery you choose a flavor of ice cream and then choose from a variety of mix-ins, like nuts, fruit and candy. Then stand back and watch as your personal creation is mixed right before your eyes on a frozen granite stone. It’s fun and delicious! They also serve up shakes, smoothies and ice cream cakes.

Compass Rose

102 W. Airstrip Road, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-9449

Compass Rose is a huge shop filled with interesting and exotic imports. The owner travels abroad to personally select the imported goods. Explore their extensive pottery garden of beautiful ceramic pieces. They offer direct import pricing, which means you receive up to 70 percent off of retail pricing on pottery and fine ceramics every day. You’ll also find kitchenware, gifts, handmade paper, exotic clothing and accessories, kites, wind chimes, fountains and more. Look for the bright pink building.

Cyber Dog USA—Holistic Pet Shop

3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-0331

The Cyber Dog is a holistic pet shop — as in a health food store for animals. Best known for their knowledge and helpfulness, this shop carries wholesome human-grade food for pets. They research all the brands and choose only the best, most cutting edge options. As with humans, many pets suffer from illnesses and allergies that are food related, and the staff here can give you advice about how to sort these problems out. In addition they provide a helpful service: Barking Parking. You can “park” your dog here by the hour. This service is especially helpful when visitors arrive on the Outer Banks and have to wait a bit before they can check in to their hotel or rental home. While you shop or enjoy a meal out, your dog is safe and happy in a climate-controlled, friendly environment (may we take a chance here to advise you to never leave your pet in a closed, or even partially closed, vehicle; the sun can turn that environment into an oven in minutes). They also have a nice selection of pet accessories and gifts and offer seminars and workshops in addition to obedience classes.

Daniel’s Homeport

3830 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-8200

Daniel’s Homeport stocks indoor and outdoor home furnishings, window treatments, housewares, bedding, bath, accessories and more.

Dare Jewelers

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-1112

The helpful, caring staff here presents lovely jewelry including engagement rings and wedding bands, gemstones, diamonds and quality gold and silver creations. They have beautiful sea life and nautical jewelry. Check out the locally made stained-glass sun catchers and panels by Nick-E, who also does custom orders.

Davis Everything to Wear

1208 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-2604

Davis specializes in formalwear like wedding gowns and tuxedo rentals. They also do custom embroidery work with no required minimums.

Diamonds ‘n Dunes

3708 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-0001

Since 1992, Diamonds ‘n Dunes has been serving locals and visitors with their cosmopolitan style and Southern hospitality. This jewelry store is a treasure to discover, bringing together the beauty of the sea with classic, innovative and exciting jewelry. Their unique selection also includes exclusive designs of OBX jewelry that would be a great reminder of your beach vacation. With a large collection of Pandora as well as an array of precious jewels, bridal diamonds, gold and silver, they are sure to have a piece that suits every style or budget. The store is known for carrying popular and cutting edge lines and designers—names like the Lestage Convertible Collection, Parlé, Elma-Gil, Denny Wong, Elle Jewelry and Teufel for the aficionados out there. One particular line that really got our attention was by Galatea. The designer has created an amazing color-changing gem that’s truly beautiful. Ask Ken, one of the owners, to explain the process to you…it’s fascinating. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff can certainly help you find that just right memento or gift. Plus you’ll get to enjoy the 25-foot mural of mermaids and mermen holding shell garlands, the baby grand piano and the bridal salon located on the mezzanine level.

Discount T-shirt Outlet

4104 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Bypass, MP 13
Nags Head
(252) 441-3155

Stop here to refresh your T-shirt collection. There are thousands to choose from!

Dollar Tree

5120 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-2523

The Dollar Tree is packed with bargains on a wide variety of merchandise; expect to find deals on toiletries, wrapping paper, greeting cards, toys, snacks, decorating items and kitchen supplies.

Dollar Tree

1730 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-6782

The Dollar Tree is packed with bargains on a wide variety of merchandise; expect to find deals on toiletries, wrapping paper, greeting cards, toys, snacks and kitchen supplies.

Dress Barn & Dress Barn Woman

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-1568

Sporty, casual and dressy clothing and accessories are offered for women of all sizes.

Eddie Bauer

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-2880

Eddie Bauer offers high-quality sportswear including classic outerwear, denim and khakis.

Electric Beach Tanning Salon

2910 S. Croatan Highway, Central Square, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 441-2318

Electric beach has several beds of various intensity levels and a highly knowledgeable owner on the science of the perfect tan. They sell all the best skin products to help you soften your skin and deepen and maintain your color. There’s also a little shop with jeans, bags and jewelry. Stop in or call for an appointment and Tonda will get you set up!

Elite Nails

5000 S. Croatan Highway, Outer Banks Mall, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-3227

Stop at Elite Nails to pamper yourself with a manicure or pedicure.

Farmer’s Daughter

6803 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16
Nags Head
(252) 441-3977

Farmer’s Daughter is so chock-full of goods you probably won’t be able to see everything in one visit, nor can we describe it all here. But if you’re a shopper, you’ll love wandering through this store, discovering crafts, home and garden accents, nautical and coastal décor, hand-painted glassware, chimes, candles, jewelry, flags, shell art, Outer Banks Christmas decorations, toys, custom T-shirts and sweatshirts and jackets. They also have a great selection of swimwear for the entire family, sun hats, caps, summer footwear, jewelry and beach supplies.

Fashion Bug

1730 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-9855

Fashion Bug is a national chain with fun and affordable clothing for women, juniors, plus and maternity sizes. They also have lingerie, shoes and accessories.