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Shopping - Nags Head

Shop Nags Head for a variety of treasures from handcrafted jewelry and surfboards to designer dresses 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 antique mall at Central Square or shop outlet heaven at Tanger Outlet Mall. Specialty stores feature everything from Christmas wares and antique decoys to baby, boating, birding and angling essentials. You can find a variety of gifts in multi-room shops or nestled in restaurant, gallery or recreation hot spots. From fresh seafood catches at the market to oceans of swimsuit selections, Nags Head offers quality goods and services to enhance your daily, weekly or lifetime stay.

Remember that locals call Croatan Highway—aka U.S. Highway 158—The Bypass, and they refer to Virginia Dare Trail—aka N.C. Highway 12—as the Beach Road. Those simple names are just easier to remember!

Outer Banks Boarding Co.

103 East Morning View Place and The Bypass, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-1939

If you’re looking for a board, the Outer Banks Boarding Co. is the place to go with literally 1000s of boards in stock in every size, shape and technology. Whether it’s to surf, skate, body, skim or snowboard, they’ve got it. They are also lucky enough to call world-class surfboard shaper Lynn Shell as their own, so if you’re in the market for a custom-made surfboard come talk to them. They also have a great surfboard demo policy so you can try out the latest in surfboard technology. In addition they offer all the clothing, gear, accessories and footwear you need to have a blast at the beach. Many local girls and guys swear that this is one of their first stops for the best new fashions each season. The staff is excellent at offering friendly, helpful advice and can get you sorted out if you want to rent a board or take lessons. See our Recreation section for info about that.

Outer Banks Computers & Music

4104 S. Virginia Dare Trail , Beach Road, MP 13
Nags Head
(252) 441-3002

Outer Banks Computers and Music sells new and used computers and offers computer services such as virus and Spyware removal. This is also a place to buy new and vintage instruments, and you can schedule guitar, mandolin, bass and violin lessons as well. They also repair instruments. If you are planning a wedding or other special event, talk to them about booking a DJ, solo artist or band. They also rent sound systems should you need one.

Outer Banks Furniture

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-9200

Outer Banks Furniture is one of the largest showrooms on the beach catering to the rental market as well as to a local clientele. They offer a wide selection of furniture, rugs, window treatments, bedding and accessories. Free delivery is available on the Outer Banks as is free design consultation. Out of state shipping is also available.

Perfect Image Hair Salon

5000 S. Croatan Highway, Outer Banks Mall, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-2700

Perfect Image is a full-service hair salon offering cuts, color and highlights, perms, styling and updo’s for special events.

Polo Ralph Lauren

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-0661

Polo offers men’s, women’s and children’s casual and sporty clothing and homewares such as towels, sheets, comforters, pillows and flatware.

Professional Opticians

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-6353

Professional Opticians tends to all your eyewear needs offering designer frames and name brand sunglasses like Ray Ban, Costa Del Mar and Maui Jim.

Rack Room Shoes

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-9288

Here you’ll find name brand athletic, casual and dress shoes for the entire family.

Radio Shack

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-2581

You know this popular chain that sells standard Radio Shack stock including tape recorders, CD gear and cell phone accessories. But they also have iPod accessories, satellite radio equipment and other cool stuff. The staff is particularly helpful here.

Rock-A-Bye Baby

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 480-2297

Here’s a great place to do some one stop shopping for all your baby and child needs. They have new and like new clothing, toys, furniture and accessories plus, bathing suits, sunglasses, a huge selection of Melissa and Doug toys, great pictures, smocked clothing, sun tents and more. Baby equipment rentals are also available.

Sally Huss Gallery — Inspirations

300 E. Driftwood Street
Nags Head
(252) 441-8098, (877) 717-8098

There’s a reason why they call themselves “the happiest store on the beach!” You’ll find yourself smiling as you view the large selection of bags, wall art, jewelry and other items displaying the bright, colorful work of California artist Sally Huss. Everyday objects such as piggy banks, mirrors, clocks, wine racks and corkscrews have a fun, artistic flair added to them. The shop also has whimsical pottery made by local artists, stained- and fused-glass items, garden decorations and area rugs. Be sure to check out the collegiate section and their unique childrens’ items.

Scoops Ice Cream

3941 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-4485

Sweet tooth acting up? Or do you need something more substantial? Turn in here to fill your hunger spot and devour deli sandwiches, snacks and homemade ice cream, or take home an ice cream cake.

Sears

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-2064

A modest-sized shop, this Sears store displays name brand appliances, home entertainment 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 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. A fine art and animation art accredited appraiser is on staff. They also have a large fine estate jewelry collection. Seaside hosts several exciting art shows annually including the International Miniature Art Show and artist demonstration shows.

Shear Genius Salon

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

Shear Genius Salon moved to a new location this year, just a bit up the road from their previous place. They have more than 30 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 Jane Iredale mineral skin care 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

Photography services are offered here and include beautiful beach and location portraits, commercial photography and wedding services.

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.

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.

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.

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.