Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Wanchese

We've collected top 10 mentioned things to do in Wanchese from other articles such as nagsheadguide.com, Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do, Pirate’s Cove Realty, including activities with kids, adult only attractions, cheap and free events

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Wanchese

Jockey's Ridge State Park
Jockey's Ridge State Park
4.8 (3468 ratings)4.5 (2034 ratings)
Home of the East Coast's tallest dune, this Outer Banks park offers hang gliding, hiking & more.
300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
State parkNature & ParksParkGeologic Formations
Mentioned by nagsheadguide.com
Things To Do in Nags Head: Museums
"Nags Head is home to the tallest natural sand dune on the East Coast. Jockey’s Ridge, currently a series of five dunes, is a natural wonder that’s continually changing in shape and height. With the highest dune varying from 62 to 80 feet tall, this system of sand is a haven for adventure."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC (for 2021)
"Jockey’s Ridge State Park, established in 1975, spans roughly 427 acres. It is famous for having the tallest active dune system in the eastern region of the country."
Jennette's Pier
Jennette's Pier
4.7 (3405 ratings)4.5 (1348 ratings)
Fishers can rent equipment & supplies at this eco-friendly pier offering fishing lessons.
7223 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
PierSights & LandmarksAquariumPiers & Boardwalks
Mentioned by Shorline OBX Vacation Rentals
16 of the Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC | Shoreline OBX
"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!"
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC (for 2021)
"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."
Dowdy Park
Dowdy Park
4.8 (621 ratings)5 (7 ratings)
Popular park offering playing fields, multi-use sports courts & a unique playscape for children.
3005 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by nagsheadguide.com
All 10+ Attractions - Nags Head Attractions
"The 5-acre Dowdy Park is a popular place for relaxation, play and entertainment. The park includes an amphitheater, green space, restrooms, a fitness trail, basketball and pickleball courts, a bocce area and an unusual playscape/playground for kids, and it's the site of local events, festivals and live music. You'll find it on the Bypass in Nags Head, next to Nags Head Elementary School on the...read more"
Mentioned by First Flight Rentals Blog
Nags Head Things To Do
"Take a play break for the small ones at this wonderful park. Watch your kids run up and down the hills as they jump from swing to swing. The Foam shaped mountains or a great workout and wave to get all of your children’s energy out before bed or naptime."
Nags Head Fishing Pier
Nags Head Fishing Pier
4.4 (1270 ratings)4 (265 ratings)
3335 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Fishing pierSights & LandmarksBar & grillSeafood restaurantPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
4.6 (407 ratings)4 (9 ratings)
Veteran lunch place offering hot & cold sandwiches, plus a bar with trivia nights & live music.
305 Queen Elizabeth Street, Manteo, NC 27954, USA
Sandwich shopSights & LandmarksDeliTakeout RestaurantRestaurantHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Pirate’s Cove Realty
What Are the Best Restaurants Near Manteo, North Carolina
"Sandwiches, burgers, and wraps are the highlights on the menu at Poor Richard’s Sandwich Shop. The is one of our favorite restaurants in Manteo, North Carolina, to grab lunch. It sits in the heart of town, so you can easily walk to it if you’re staying in one of our historic cottages."
Mentioned by roanokeisland.net
Manteo, NC, Restaurants: Vegetarian & Vegan
"Poor Richard's is the local meet-and-greet neighborhood sandwich shop by day and bar by night. It has two doors, one leading from the Manteo boardwalk and another off Queen Elizabeth Avenue. You can eat inside at a booth or table or sit outside on the patio right next to the water."
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Bodie Island Lighthouse
4.7 (3095 ratings)4.5 (1860 ratings)
Tall, historic, still-operating 1848 lighthouse featuring tours, scenic views & more.
8210 Bodie Island Lighthouse, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
LighthouseSights & Landmarks
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
4.7 (109 ratings)5 (361 ratings)
Former station & outbuildings now a museum focusing on the history & equipment of maritime rescue.
23645 NC-12, Rodanthe, NC 27968, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical placePoints of Interest & Landmarks
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
4.6 (3974 ratings)4.5 (1338 ratings)
Live animal encounters, feedings, a 285,000-gallon shark tank, interactive exhibits, films & more.
374 Airport Rd, Manteo, NC 27954, USA
AquariumNature & Parks

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Wanchese Area

Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site
4.7 (109 ratings)5 (361 ratings)
Former station & outbuildings now a museum focusing on the history & equipment of maritime rescue.
23645 NC-12, Rodanthe, NC 27968, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical placePoints of Interest & Landmarks
Jennette's Pier
Jennette's Pier
4.7 (3405 ratings)4.5 (1348 ratings)
Fishers can rent equipment & supplies at this eco-friendly pier offering fishing lessons.
7223 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
PierSights & LandmarksAquariumPiers & Boardwalks
Mentioned by Shorline OBX Vacation Rentals
16 of the Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC | Shoreline OBX
"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!"
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC (for 2021)
"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."
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop
4.6 (407 ratings)4 (9 ratings)
Veteran lunch place offering hot & cold sandwiches, plus a bar with trivia nights & live music.
305 Queen Elizabeth Street, Manteo, NC 27954, USA
Sandwich shopSights & LandmarksDeliTakeout RestaurantRestaurantHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by Pirate’s Cove Realty
What Are the Best Restaurants Near Manteo, North Carolina
"Sandwiches, burgers, and wraps are the highlights on the menu at Poor Richard’s Sandwich Shop. The is one of our favorite restaurants in Manteo, North Carolina, to grab lunch. It sits in the heart of town, so you can easily walk to it if you’re staying in one of our historic cottages."
Mentioned by roanokeisland.net
Manteo, NC, Restaurants: Vegetarian & Vegan
"Poor Richard's is the local meet-and-greet neighborhood sandwich shop by day and bar by night. It has two doors, one leading from the Manteo boardwalk and another off Queen Elizabeth Avenue. You can eat inside at a booth or table or sit outside on the patio right next to the water."

Best Family Restaurants in Wanchese

Bob's Grill OBX
Bob's Grill OBX
4.5 (1434 ratings)
Surfboards hang from the ceiling at this playful American eatery serving breakfast & lunch.
1219 S Croatan Hwy #8709, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
RestaurantGrillBreakfast restaurantFamily restaurantLunch restaurantSeafood restaurant
Miller's Seafood & Steak House
Miller's Seafood & Steak House
4.5 (1782 ratings)
Family-run spot serving seafood, steaks & breakfasts in a casual, aquatic-themed setting with a bar.
1520 S Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
Family restaurantBreakfast restaurantSeafood restaurantSteak houseSushi restaurant
Applebee's
Applebee's
2.6 (14 ratings)
Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.
5002 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBar & grillFamily restaurant

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Wanchese

Five Guys
Five Guys
4.5 (1326 ratings)
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
1203 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948, USA
Hamburger restaurantAmerican restaurantFast food restaurantHot dog restaurantHot dog standRestaurant
Pamlico Jacks
Pamlico Jacks
4.1 (622 ratings)
Seafood, cocktails, diverse wines & a kids' menu in a low-key, nautical backdrop with water views.
6708 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantBarBar & grillFamily restaurantRestaurantSteak houseWedding venue
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Jockey's Ridge State Park
4.8 (3468 ratings)4.5 (2034 ratings)
Home of the East Coast's tallest dune, this Outer Banks park offers hang gliding, hiking & more.
300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
State parkNature & ParksParkGeologic Formations
Mentioned by nagsheadguide.com
Things To Do in Nags Head: Museums
"Nags Head is home to the tallest natural sand dune on the East Coast. Jockey’s Ridge, currently a series of five dunes, is a natural wonder that’s continually changing in shape and height. With the highest dune varying from 62 to 80 feet tall, this system of sand is a haven for adventure."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
17 Best Things to Do in Nags Head, NC (for 2021)
"Jockey’s Ridge State Park, established in 1975, spans roughly 427 acres. It is famous for having the tallest active dune system in the eastern region of the country."

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