Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

Forbes Candy & Gift Shop

6321 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 15.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-7293

For years, Forbes has supplied visitors with real Outer Banks saltwater taffy—15 different flavors of it! You’ll also find traditional favorites like fudge and homemade candies. We like the homemade chocolates in the shape of dolphins, sea shells and starfish. They also carry beach items like sunglasses, towels, games and beach bags.

Forbes Candy & Gift Shop

1700 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-2122

For years, Forbes has supplied visitors with real Outer Banks saltwater taffy—15 different flavors of it! You’ll also find traditional favorites like fudge and homemade candies. We like the homemade chocolates in the shape of dolphins, sea shells and starfish. They also carry beach items like sunglasses, towels, games and beach bags.

Foxy Flamingo Boutique

1214 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-FOXY

A mother/daughter-owned boutique, Foxy Flamingo is filled with fashionable beachwear, swimsuits, flip-flops and more. They keep pace with the latest seasonal trends and offer cool basics as well. Stop in and find lots of colorful dresses, beach cover-ups and fun tops for when you’re heading out for the evening.

Fragrance Outlet

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass MP 16
Nags Head
(252) 441-9028

Get cologne, perfume and bath products for men and women from all your favorite department store brands.

Frames at Large

1216 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-5120

Frames at Large offers custom framing with personal assistance in selecting color, design and style. They also sell framed seascape prints and other odd and ends. They are closed on Sunday.

Game Exchange

3809 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-3838

Game Exchange sells new and used video games, accessories and gaming systems. They have a try before you buy policy. Video game junkies will love the selection.

Gap Outlet

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 449-8402

Everybody knows that Gap offers plenty of contemporary pants, tops and coats at decent prices.

Glenn Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery

210 E. Driftwood Street
Nags Head
(252) 441-6584

The main gallery features work by printmaker and painter Glenn Eure. Subjects vary from boat watercolors to abstract collagraph prints and large three-dimensional canvases. Side galleries include revolving shows by emerging and mature artists and group exhibitions such as the annual self-portrait competition (see Recreation). The gallery also hosts poetry readings.

GNC General Nutrition Center

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 449-8083

Vitamins, herbs and health and beauty products fill this nutritional niche. The owner and staff are particularly knowledgeable and are happy to help you find the product that’s right for you. They also carry natural beauty products like the Burt’s Bees, Jason and Kiss My Face brands.

Gulf Stream Gifts

2512 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-0433

You can find a special souvenir at Gulf Stream for everyone on your list. They specialize in 14-karat gold and sterling silver jewelry with a nautical flair, and there’s a large selection of beachy collectibles and home décor.

Gymboree

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass MP 16
Nags Head
(252) 441-2733

Gymboree has fun kids clothing with stuff for boys, girls and newborns and everything from swimsuits to shoes. You’ll find good prices and a good selection.

Habitat Earth

3810 N. Croatan Highway, MP 4
Kitty Hawk
(252) 480-0015

From the aromatic incense to the very cool women’s and junior’s clothing, Habitat Earth is a hot stop for a full-bodied experience. They have Feng Shui and meditation tools, handmade musical instruments, dragon and fairy collectibles, tapestries and posters. Check out their eclectic array of T-shirts featuring everything from the Grateful Dead to Bob Marley to mystical designs.

Hair Artistry / Nail Technology

4104 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Surfside Plaza, MP 13
Nags Head
(252) 449-CUTS

Stop here for all your hair and nail services including perms, manicures and pedicures, highlights, color, cuts, styling and acrylic nails. Plus, they also do ear piercing.

Hair-i-canes Category 2

5230 Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-7889

Hair-i-canes offers hair services, waxing, facials, manicures, pedicures and massage. Treat yourself to some pampering—you deserve it! They specialize in bridal parties and can even bring the hair styling and beauty treatments to you.

Hairoics

1314 S. Croatan Highway, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-7983‎

Hairoics opened the doors of their new location in Kill Devil Hills this summer to the loud applause of the community. With a loyal following since 1990 they have many of the top-rated stylists, nail techs, estheticians and massage therapists on the beach and believe in taking care of the individual needs of their clients creatively. If you’re feeling the need for some pampering, book yourself a spa day with manicure, pedicure, facial, massage and cut and color or any combination of those services. Enjoy a day with your girlfriends or plan to have your wedding morning bridal party hair and makeup done here. They also have a great boutique filled with products for hair, bath and body.

Halloran & Company

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-3132

In business for 14 years, Halloran & Company is a trusted source and one-stop shop for fine jewelry, fine gifts and jewelry repairs in Nags Head. Owner Kathy Halloran stocks her cases with one-of-a-kind pieces from designers the world over. Choose from 14-karat gold, gemstones, sterling silver, nautical jewelry and estate pieces. She also carries Citizen watches for men and women. If you’re looking for an especially nice gift for a wedding, graduation or christening, you’ll find many selections here, including children’s jewelry.

Hanes Brands

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-9136

Stockings, lingerie and sleepwear are offered in this “undercover” paradise. Name brands such as Playtex, Champion, Wonderbra and Bali are available here.

Harris Teeter

5400 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-2220

Harris Teeter is filled to the brim with great produce, including a decent organic and local section, a big wine selection, fresh meats and fish and a helpful staff. They label their gluten-free and vegetarian items and understand the varying needs of their customers. Their flowers are beautiful and affordable. It’s a good place to stop to load up on grocery items on your way to your beach home. They also have locations in Corolla and Nags Head.

Harris Teeter

2012 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-9191

Harris Teeter is filled to the brim with great produce, including a decent organic and local section, a big wine selection, fresh meats and fish and a helpful staff. They label their gluten-free and vegetarian items and understand the varying needs of their customers. Their flowers are beautiful and affordable. It’s a good place to stop to load up on grocery items on your way to your beach home. They also have locations in Corolla and Kitty Hawk.

Health-A-Rama

3712 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-9919

Health-A-Rama is a health food grocery store that is stocked with gluten-free products, vitamins, herbs, beauty products, organic groceries and local honey. Browse their selection of health and wellness books. They offer helpful, friendly service and welcome special orders for individuals and local restaurants.

Heat Gourmet Emporium

2910 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11
Nags Head
(252) 441-9610

Whether you like it very hot to not hot, they have an amazing selection of spices, BBQ sauces, hot sauces, jellies, jams, snacks and even suckers to suit every taste bud. Got a chili pepper collector in the family? Check out the chili pepper soaps. Many of the brands and flavors they offer are totally exclusive to the beach so you won’t find them anywhere else while you are here. They have some all natural and organic fruit snacks and they have a selection of t-shirts, fishing lures, jewelry, painted trash cans, mailboxes and glassware in beach themes that all make fun gifts. They are also the creator of and sell R&B’s Skeeter Beater. It’s an all natural, safe, non-toxic insect repellent that takes care of the mosquitoes, no-see-ums, and those biting flies that can nag at you on the beach when the wind switches sometimes. There are formulas for your pets too!

Hemingway Gallery & Custom Framing

3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-1676

Owned by artist Lee M. Hein, formerly of Nostalgia Gallery, Hemingway Gallery is filled with local art in a variety of media that includes paintings and photography. Whether looking for something small and original or a large conversation piece, you’ll find it here. Lee is a local who, after studying art at East Carolina University, moved to the beach to live the artistic lifestyle. In addition to creating the gallery, she is available for commissions and loves doing murals as well as pet portraits. In fact the gallery itself is pet friendly, so don’t leave your beloved pooch in the car! There is also beautiful custom framing available if you’re looking to preserve or display art of your own.

High Cotton BBQ

5230 N. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-2275

After a meal at High Cotton BBQ, step into their retail shop to pick up some of their own homemade barbeque sauces, fresh roasted peanuts and fun T-shirts. They also carry Southern-style goodies like Moon Pies. Want to send a taste of Southern charm to that poor person who couldn’t come on vacation with you? They make and ship gift baskets.

Home Depot

5300 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-4115

You already know what to expect when you go to The Home Depot, right? Hardware, fixtures and everything else the eager do-it-yourselfer needs are all right here under one gigantic roof. They even have professionals who can do the job for you. This location offers friendly service and helpful clinics on home improvements.

Hotline Pink

4140 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 3.5
Kitty Hawk
252) 261-8164

Hotline is the local women’s shelter and crisis intervention/prevention center, and the Thrift Shop is one of the ways it raises money. The Kitty Hawk location (there are seven throughout the region) is easy to find with its bright pink building. If you love hunting through thrift stores, you’ll go crazy for this one. You’ll find clothes, furniture, books, records, house wares and a lot more.