Shopping—Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills & Kitty Hawk
Outer Banks shopping is an experience, not just something to do on a rainy day. You could easily spend an entire day shopping within each town of Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills and Kitty Hawk. Shop for a variety of treasures from handcrafted jewelry and surfboards to designer dresses, homemade dog biscuits, funky clothing and accessories and original Disney animation art. Take home a souvenir T-shirt, seashell, lighthouse or hermit crab. Stock up on beach towels, boogie boards and other beach supplies. Visit the Outlet Mall and its huge collection of shops. Meander from place to place along the Beach Road. There’s little you could want for in the line of shopping that’s not found in one of our shops!
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A Culinary Affair
- 5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
- Nags Head
A Culinary Affair is the Outer Banks’ new locally owned and operated Gourmet Kitchen Shoppe. Here you will find a vast array of kitchen gadgets, tools and accessories. They feature such brands as Kitchen Aide, Breville and other select small appliances, All-Clad, Vollrath, Dansk & Calphalon cookware, John Boos cutting boards, Mercer Cutlery and more. They are the Outer Banks’ only authorized dealer for The Big Green Egg. This outdoor cooker stands alone as the highest quality and most versatile barbecue and outdoor cooking product on the market. From appetizers to entrees and desserts, the Big Green Egg exceeds all expectations for culinary perfection. Whether grilling low and slow, baking, roasting or smoking, it is truly the ultimate cooking experience.
Amity
- 3701 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-2175
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Sister store to Islands by Amity in Duck, this store is a shopaholics dream. With its gorgeous crystal chandelier centerpiece, you feel like you are walking into a trendy Hollywood boutique. Savvy fashionistas will find anything they want, from $9 earrings to super-cute party dresses for weddings. Amity understands her clients well and finds those must-have pieces that are fun, funky, feminine and beachy with just enough of that urban edge to make you feel cool. She’s created a loyal following among locals as well as return visitors to the beach. Be sure to check out her new pre-loved section!
Birthday Suits
- 2000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10
- Kill Devil Hills
In business for more than 25 years on the Outer Banks, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear — in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for swimsuits for many years in local polls. For kids, there’s everything from swim diapers and toddler suits to board shorts and competition swimwear. Men will find surf trunks, board shorts and briefs from sizes 28 to XX large. For women, there are mix-and-match separates, bra-sized swimwear and long-torso, maternity and mastectomy suits, all in the coolest styles. Birthday Suits carries designer and California surf brands, sun-protective rash guards for kids and adults, clothing and beach-inspired accessories like sunglasses, flip-flops, hats, jewelry and purses. Love the OBX logo? You’ll find all kinds of OBX brand accessories and clothing here. There are also locations of Birthday Suits in Corolla, Duck and Hatteras. This KDH location is in a new building and it’s their flagship store—a must see!
Cavalier Surf Shop
- 4324 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 13.5
- Nags Head
One of the oldest surf shops on the Outer Banks, Cavalier is a family-run operation and is known for providing good customer service in sales and rentals. You can buy or rent hard or soft-top surfboards, bodyboards, skimboards and wetsuits. They have a full line of clothing for boys, men and women including beachwear, sportswear, swimwear and sandals. They also have a wide selection of sunglasses. Check out their cool Cavalier Surf Shop T-shirt designs. See Recreation for more information about the surfing lessons they offer.
Cotton Gin
- 5151 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14.5
- Nags Head
For a feeling of an old-time country market, step into The Cotton Gin, a coastal shopping tradition for more than 40 years. You’ll find resort fashions for men and women from fine designers like Tommy Bahama and Fresh Produce and other top designers of accessories like Vera Bradley, Pandora and Kameleon jewelry. They offer home fashions, books, collectibles, prints and waterfowl carvings and even fine wine made from their own estate-grown grapes at Sanctuary Vineyards. You can also visit their flagship store on the mainland in Jarvisburg, their new location in Duck and at Timbuck II in Corolla.
Farmer’s Daughter
- 6803 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16
- Nags Head
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 decor, 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, plus sun hats, caps, summer footwear, jewelry and beach supplies.
Gray’s Department Store
- 3860 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
- Kitty Hawk
Gray’s has been a trusted name in apparel for the whole family since 1948. This family owned and operated local business boasts the largest selection of Tommy Bahama clothing on the Outer Banks and also sells popular brands like Billabong, Olukai sandals, Fresh Produce Sportswear, Eliza B. sandals and belts, Champion, Gear For Sports, Quiksilver and Columbia. Gray’s also carries a great selection of gifts, jewelry and accessories, including Vera Bradley and Brighton. The store’s specialty is its huge selection of quality Outer Banks T-shirts and sweatshirts, including OBX designs. Hundreds of tees and sweatshirts are available at 30 percent off at all five Gray’s locations.
Kena Activewear
- 3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5, Buccaneer’s Walk
- Kitty Hawk
If you are an active woman who’s into yoga, running, cycling or just being comfortable in really good looking clothes, this is the shop for you! You’ll find activewear and performance tops, bottoms, fitness dresses, running skirts, bags and more here, all in fun colors and the newest high-tech and natural fabrics. Kena carries well-loved brands like Skirt Sports, Sherpani and Lucy as well as Tasc, Nuu Muu, Carve Designs, Horny Toad and Sweaty Bands, which are great if you need a little extra inspiration for getting your body moving.
Kitty Hawk Kites and Whalebone Water Sports
- 3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
- Nags Head
Kitty Hawk Kites offers equipment for all your adventure needs, including hang gliding, kiteboarding and kayaking. They have souvenirs, including Wright Brothers merchandise, pirate gear and Outer Banks paraphernalia. There is also a great selection of toys, clothing, special gifts and all types of kites. Ask about hang-gliding lessons, which are held across the street at Jockey’s Ridge State Park. See Recreation for more information.
Miss Lizzie’s
- 3720 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
- Kitty Hawk
From jeans to dressy wear, Miss Lizzie’s has you covered. You’ll find many names you’ll recognize in jeans, tops, pants and dressy outfits including French Dressing, Alberto Makali, BKG, Andrea Lieu, Foxcroft and Lauren Vidal. Miss Lizzie’s has an array of accessories including shoes, handbags and scarves plus gifts. “Fashion for the fun of it” is their motto.
Nags Head Hammocks
- 1801 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
Nags Head Hammocks have been handcrafted in coastal North Carolina since 1974. The Kill Devil Hills location features incredibly lush landscaping to show off these great hammocks. You’ll find hammocks, swings, barstools, chairs and stands plus accessories like bolsters, pillows and foot rests. These products are made with sturdy, weather-resistant materials, and they last a long, long time, even in the harsh Outer Banks conditions. Stop by the store to see the hammocks being crafted on-site. Shipping is available.
Ocean Atlantic Rentals
- 2001 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
Ocean Atlantic Rentals is the ultimate vacation rental store. They rent many of the necessities like baby cribs, high chairs, strollers, grills, linens, rollaway beds, tables and chairs, wheelchairs, life jackets, etc. Plus they rent the fun stuff such as surfboards, boogie boards, umbrellas and beach chairs, beach carts, coolers, bicycles, Ocean Kayaks and sports equipment. They also have a vast selection of wedding supplies such as tents, dance floors and tableware. Delivery and pick-up are available.
Parrot Bay Trading Company
- 808 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
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 terrific selection of swimwear and custom T-shirts for men, women, juniors and kids. They also have jewelry, shoes and sandals, sun hats, caps and beach supplies.
Pirates & Pixies Toy Store
- 7332 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Whalebone Junction and The Beach Road, MP 17
- Nags Head
- 252) 441- TOYS (8697)
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A great new addition to the Outer Banks, this fun toy store is dedicated to finding creative, fun and high-quality toys that you won’t find anywhere else. Their play room gives kids some hands-on time with a train set, doll house and kitchen while also giving parents time to shop or chat. The store is packed with cool stuff and has everything from art supplies to stuffed animals, games, jump ropes, puzzles and all the coolest fun and educational toys kids actually want, including the Klutz series. You can also find craft supplies and other items from Alex, Learning Resources, Thomas Chugginton, Calico Critters, Breyer and the popular Melissa & Doug line. Pirates & Pixies has a Jelly Belly jelly bean wall, but watch out for Clarence, their resident dragon — he’s a little protective of the stash!
Shooters at the Beach
- 3723 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
- Kitty Hawk
Shooters photography studio offers a team of professional photographers trained in making beautiful family portraits on the beach and at 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.
Shore-Fit Sunwear
- 100 E. Helga Street, The Bypass, MP 5.5
- Kill Devil Hills
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.
The Cottage Shop
- 5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
- Nags Head
The Cottage Shop will show you the “Fine Art of Fun Living.” This store features unique gifts, decorative accessories and home décor for your home, birthdays, weddings, holidays or just for fun. Check out their lines of ladies accessories, including shoes by Lindsay Phillips, handmade jewelry, beach cover ups and more. They offer a complete line of open-stock Fiestaware in 14 colors, bedding, bath, housewares and accent furniture to complement any home. Their Cottage Packages are designed to help homeowners outfit their beach homes or year-round residences. The packages include kitchen, bed, bath, decorative accessories and outdoor and recreational items.
The Flip Flops Shop
- 7100 S. Croatan Highway, Suite 82, The Bypass, MP 16
- Nags Head
The ultimate summer shop, The Flip Flops Shop sells flip flops and sunglasses. You’ll find all the favorite brands of flip flops, including Sanuk, Reef, Rainbow, Cobian and Olukai. There are styles for men, women, teens, kids and babies.
TW’s Bait and Tackle
- 2230 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10.5
- Nags Head
TW’s Bait and Tackle in Nags Head has 7,500 square feet of goodies for anglers, hunters and sports enthusiasts alike. Check out their massive replicas of the N.C. State record blue marlin and world record yellowfin tuna that adorn the storefront. Inside, you’ll find an impressive selection of inshore, offshore, surf, fly and freshwater tackle including such manufacturers as Daiwa, Shimano, G. Loomis, Okuma, SeaStriker, Black Bart Lures, Berkley Gulp and Yeti coolers. TW’s has a full selection of fresh, frozen and live baits, plus they carry some of the newest products the fishing industry has to offer. They also include fun and functional clothing for the whole family, stocking brands such as Columbia, Calcutta, Guy Harvey, Pelagic, Salt Life and Costa Del Mar. Get your “Fish On” with their awesome selection of gifts, fish mounts, Tervis and Signature Tumblers, custom T-shirts, sweats, hats and decals. TW’s is one stop shopping for those who love to fish or just look like they do.
Yellowhouse Art Gallery
- 2902 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 11
- Nags Head
An Outer Banks icon for more than 40 years, this wonderful old cottage features a collection that fills eight rooms. Find local art prints and original paintings, local photography, antique maps and prints, Outer Banks maps (modern and antique), original antique engravings, original Civil War prints, botanicals and nature prints. Custom framing is available in the Annex.
17th Street Surf Shop
- 1007 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-1797
17th Street Surf Shop began in 1970 and ever since then has had everything you need for surf, skate and style. You can outfit the whole family here with their selection of sportswear, swimwear and shoes. If you need equipment for surfing, skating, skim boarding and body boarding, you’ll find it here.
A Penny Saved Consignment Shop
- 3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, Seagate North Shopping Center, MP 5.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-8024
Shop here for gently used men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, household accessories, DVDs and a large selection of jewelry. They have a giant collection of books, too, as well as antiques, kitchen items and furniture. The inventory changes often, so there is always some new treasure to be found. They’ve been in business for nearly 20 years and are open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ABC Liquors
- 2104 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-5121
In North Carolina, all liquor and spirits other than beer and wine are sold at package stores by the name of ABC Stores. The Nags Head ABC Store is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. They are closed on Sundays. Beer and wine are sold at grocery and convenience stores.
ABC Liquors
- 5440 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-2477
In North Carolina, all liquor and spirits other than beer and wine are sold at package stores by the name of ABC Stores. Beer and wine are sold at grocery and convenience stores. This store is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. It’s closed on Sundays.
Ace Hardware
- 2718 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11
- Nags Head
- (252) 441-5644
Ace Hardware sells everything for the home, garden and yard. Most people know Ace as a traditional hardware store, a place to find tools, paint, hardware and lawn and garden supplies. But you may not know that they also sell deck furniture, cleaning supplies, kitchen items, bathroom accessories, beach goods, pet supplies, holiday decorations, fishing tackle, grills, gifts, home accessories, art supplies, Carhartt clothing and much more. Check it out.
Ace Hardware
- 4132 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 3.5
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-4211
Ace Hardware sells everything for the home, garden and yard. Most people know Ace as a traditional hardware store, a place to find tools, paint, hardware and lawn and garden supplies. But you may not know that they also sell deck furniture, cleaning supplies, kitchen items, bathroom accessories, beach goods, pet supplies, holiday decorations, fishing tackle, grills, gifts, home accessories, art supplies, Carhartt clothing and much more. Check it out.
Aeropostale
- 7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, Tanger Outlet Center, MP 16
- Nags Head
- (252) 449-9380
Teens and young adults flock to this outlet. It’s filled with stylish clothes for that set.
Ambrose Furniture
- 5125 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass MP 1.5,
- Kitty Hawk
- (252) 261-4836
Family owned, Ambrose Furniture has been a part of the Outer Banks area for nearly 70 years. A partner in the design and decorating of your beach home, they offer services that include space planning, paint and wallpaper selection, fabrics, window treatments and, of course, furniture from top manufacturers. Whether you need a lamp, furnishings for your office or to outfit your entire home, they can help you with the important decisions. Ambrose offers delivery and placement services and also has locations on the mainland in Coinjock and Elizabeth City.
Armstrong’s Seafood
- 3022 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11.5
- Nags Head
- (252) 449-TUNA
Armstrong’s offers fresh local seafood at a convenient location in the Pirate’s Quay Shoppes. You’ll also find shrimp, clams, crab and lobster here, along with the spices, beer and wine you’ll need to fix a great seafood dinner at home. Don’t want to cook? Feed two to four with steamer buckets filled with snow crab, shrimp, clams, lobster, potatoes and corn on the cob. Top it all off with Kermit’s Key Lime pie, by the slice or the whole heavenly pie. Headed home? They’ll pack up your seafood so well, it will still be fresh when you get there.
Atlantic Dance Studio and Boutique
- 1718 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-9009
Atlantic Dance offers dance instruction in ballet, jazz and tap for preschool-age children through adults. They also have a boutique filled with dance apparel and accessories and specialize in fitting customers with the perfect dance shoes.
