Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Tyrrell County

"Jockey’s Ridge State Park covers 426-acres of Nags Head and features the tallest active sand dune system in the eastern United States. This is a fantastic Nags Head, NC, activities that your whole family will enjoy."

"Piers & Boardwalks7223 South Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC MoreLess Info. Spend the day on Jennette's Pier to enjoy its wide, public beaches, pier aquariums, and fishing. You'll find catches like mahi mahi, bluefish, king mackerel, puffers, trout, pompano, flounder and other species, with bait, license and rod rentals availabe."

"If you don’t have a particular Outer Banks fishing pier in mind, Jennette’s Pier is the perfect place to start. This family-friendly pier offers excellent fishing and many other activities for everyone to enjoy!"

"Jennette’s Pier, founded in 1939, runs for about 1,000 feet long. It is one of the most popular attractions in Nags Head and a plethora of attractions and facilities."

"Snow Bird has been serving burgers and ice cream on the Beach Road in Nags Head since 1958. Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, fish tacos, a Greek gyro, boats and baskets are available for take-out or to eat at their outdoor picnic tables. Soft-serve ice cream, hand-scooped ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, snow cones and slushees are popular on hot summer days."

"Spend a day in the beautiful outdoors at mutiny Bay adventure golf. With 18 holes of fun, this pirate adventure golf is perfect for all ages. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the golf course that overlooks the beautiful soundside and ocean breeze."

"A beach road favorite in Nags Head for more than 20 years, FatBoyz serves delicious sweets and treats. Hand-dipped and soft-serve ice cream are prepared in dozens of ways – cups, cones, shakes, sundaes, splits, floats, flurries and more. Stacie's Ice Cream Cakes are a local legend, and you can order your own by calling ahead."

"You know the familiar golden-arched brand with a reputation for long providing the nation with hamburgers, chicken nuggets, french fries and other fast-food classics. McDonald's has a few locations on the Outer Banks, so you're never too far from a Big Mac when the craving strikes. Their convenient placement along the highway also makes stopping by easy and takes no time out of reaching your...read more"

"Dunes Restaurant has been a breakfast and dinner favorite among Outer Banks locals and visitors for nearly four decades (39 seasons in 2021 to be exact). Breakfast here is a certifiable Nags Head tradition. Their hearty meals and platters are a huge draw, and their breakfast menu is one of the biggest on the beach, with choices like shrimp and grits, creamed chipped beef, N.C....read moreDunes Restaurant has been a breakfast and dinner favorite among Outer Banks locals and visitors...read more"

"For over 30 years, the Dunes Restaurant has been an iconic centerpiece for Nag’s Head. The seafaring tradition- dine at Dunes, fish for a day, – still rings true. The breakfast menu includes a little piece of everything, including fresh fruit, ham and biscuits, a Belgian Waffle, buttermilk pancakes, and a whole assortment of omelets."

"Outer Banks Brewing Station has an ever-changing list of award-winning house-made beers that serve as the cornerstone of their innovative style. Multiple year winners of the Taste of the Beach People's Choice Award, their outstanding chefs have created an Outer Banks–inspired fusion menu using regionally available products from local fish and produce to North Carolina meats. Pastry chef Tina Mackenzie bakes the house bread and...read moreOuter Banks Brewing Station has an ever-changing list of award-winning house-made beers that serve as...read more"

"Seemingly everyone knows about the wind turbine that stands 93 feet tall and gives the OBBS its claim to fame as “America’s first wind-powered brew pub.” So Will Holman doesn’t talk much about that on his tours. Instead, he shares how owners Eric Reece and Aubrey Davis got their idea for starting a brew pub while drinking (of course!) in Thailand with the Peace Corps. Then there’s the unique building that houses the Brewing Station."

"If you want to grab a locally made craft beer and some tasty grub, then you will love the Outer Banks Brewing Station. This restaurant in Kill Devil Hills also serves as an entertainment hub, where walls of TVs and live music provide a great atmosphere for watching a big game or taking in some live music."

"It does not matter what time you visit the Nags Head Pier House Restaurant, we will serve you exactly as the sun climbs until the trendy hours at midnight. Play along the shore with your partner and children. This oceanfront restaurant is likely to create room for you once you require nourishment after a fun game."

"It's not fancy, and most items are fried, but the quality of the fried fish, shrimp, clams, hush puppies, and french fries were all excellent."

"This is a well-loved local gallery, and the owners are known for their generosity to the Outer Banks arts community. 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."

"Specializing in the fine art of reuse, Seagreen Gallery occupies a beloved Outer Banks landmark (the original Gray's department store, c. 1946) that has been given a new life. It's filled to its rustic rafters with whimsical, original and creative items, such as signs made from assembled license plate letters (they do custom), Mason jar lamps, maps, mirrors and birdhouses made from tumbled vintage glass...read more"

"Seagreen Gallery, built in the old Gray’s Department store on the Beach Road in Nags Head, has been adding artistic flare and excitement to gallery row. Open Monday- Sunday from 10:00am to 6:00pm."