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Ranked #1 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "A great place to stroll and enjoy the..." 05/16/2013
- "Not bad, but prefer the Aquarium" 05/14/2013
Category: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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Ranked #2 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Most Famous Lighthouse in NC" 05/16/2013
- "a definite wow!" 05/14/2013
Category: Lighthouses; Historic Sites
The nation's tallest lighthouse was moved to a different location to preserve it.
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Ranked #3 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Impressive!" 05/13/2013
- "Great view and wonderful pictures" 05/11/2013
Category: State Parks; Geologic Formations; Parks
As most people familiar with Jockey's Ridge, it is famous for the being the largest sand dune on the east coast. The views from the top are spectacular, as you have a beautiful... more »
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Ranked #4 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Historical Stop." 05/15/2013
- "Great history lesson" 05/15/2013
Category: History Museums; Historic Sites
Park where visitors can see a replica of the Wright Brothers' plane and receive an entertaining history of flight.
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Ranked #5 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Great Lighthouse" 05/16/2013
- "Awesome view of Corolla" 05/16/2013
Category: Lighthouses
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Used today to light the dark stretches of the southern coastline, this lighthouse was built in 1875 and today can be climbed...
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Used today to light the dark stretches of the southern coastline, this lighthouse was built in 1875 and today can be climbed by the spiral staircase that reaches up 150 feet.
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Ranked #6 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Grab a donut and take in the view!" 05/16/2013
- "Great for an early morning walk" 05/12/2013
Category: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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Ranked #7 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "One of the best beaches in the world!" 04/22/2013
- "Best beaches on the OBX" 01/20/2013
Category: Beaches
Life guards are at the beach, and minding the beach. Water is warmer than at other OBX locations. The location is highly regarded, but the beach is not really crowded. The... more »
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Ranked #8 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Best beach!" 02/21/2013
- "Must do" 10/05/2012
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #9 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "beach at it's best" 05/14/2013
- "Check out the display on moving the li..." 04/22/2013
Category: National Parks; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Beaches
A national seashore preserve that has the most extensive stretch of undeveloped seashore along the Atlantic coast.
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Ranked #10 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Ride Along the Beach" 04/12/2013
- "My Favorite Highway!" 04/05/2013
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #11 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Worth a Visit" 05/11/2013
- "Peaceful" 04/15/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #12 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "I Never Knew" 05/10/2013
- "Lovely Outdoor Theater" 05/10/2013
Category: Theaters
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Bursting with action and excitement, The Lost Colony is epic story of America’s first English colony.Over thirty years before...
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Bursting with action and excitement, The Lost Colony is epic story of America’s first English colony.Over thirty years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, a group of 117 weary men, women and children waded ashore on Roanoke Island in July 1587 to establish the first permanent settlement of its kind in the Americas. Recruited by Sir Walter Raleigh, among these settlers was John White, his pregnant daughter, Eleanor Dare, her husband Ananias and the Indian chief Manteo who had become an English ally during a previous visit in Britain.They unloaded their belongings and supplies and repaired on old fort previously erected on the island. On August 18, 1587 Eleanor Dare gave birth to a daughter she named Virginia, thus earning the distinction of being the first English child born on American soil. Ten days later, John White departed for England promising to return with more supplies. It was the last time he would ever see his family.Three years later, John White returned to Roanoke Island on his granddaughter’s third birthday only to find the settlement deserted, plundered and surrounded by overgrown brush. On one of the palisades, he found the single word "CROATOAN" carved into the surface, and the letters "CRO" carved into a nearby tree. The 117 pioneers of Roanoke Island had vanished into the great wilderness and into folklore. Their collective fate to this day remains unknown and is considered to be America’s greatest cold case. Nestled along the shores of America’s most historic and mysterious island, over 100 professional actors, technicians and designers have gathered every summer since 1937 to honor the memory of the brave people who came here to build a new country. The production is as epic as their story. Written by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Paul Green, The Lost Colony is a cultural treasure and the best family entertainment on the Outer Banks!
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Ranked #13 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Whalehead is so much more than a histo..." 05/13/2013
- "Stroll around these grounds" 04/10/2013
Category: Specialty Museums; Historic Sites
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Take a step back in time when you visit the Whalehead Club! Originally built in the 1920s, this magnificent residence has...
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Take a step back in time when you visit the Whalehead Club! Originally built in the 1920s, this magnificent residence has been restored to its original grandeur and is open for tours year round. Located inside Currituck Heritage Park, the museum is situated on 39 acres of pristine waterfront property, and is located in the heart of Historic Corolla.
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Ranked #14 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Always Great" 05/16/2013
- "great place for the family" 05/16/2013
Category: Aquariums
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Ranked #15 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "beautiful" 04/09/2013
- "Outer Banks as it was" 04/07/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Beaches
Pea Island isn't as close to many of the places listed on this site as the mileage notes indicate although they are within 30-45 minutes so refer to a map when planning. Pea... more »
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Ranked #16 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Fun on a Cloudy Day" 05/07/2013
- "Great Fun!" 05/01/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centers
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Ranked #17 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Wonderful place to spend the morning" 04/26/2013
- "Fun trip back in time" 04/08/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Experience life as it was before the Civil War. Join interpreters dressed in period attire as they carry out the daily...
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Experience life as it was before the Civil War. Join interpreters dressed in period attire as they carry out the daily activities of a Roanoke Island farm in the 1850s. Hands-on activities and demonstrations: Woodworking, cooking, blacksmithing, children's games and ox-drawn wagon rides are just a few activities offered. Activities vary daily.
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Ranked #18 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Fun for the whole family" 05/10/2013
- "You can spend a day with the kids, pac..." 05/07/2013
Category: Historic Sites; History Museums
History comes alive with a replica of Elizabeth II's era and costumed-sixteenth-century characters.
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Ranked #19 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Very fun ride in the beach" 04/06/2013
- "not crowded, hard sand" 01/23/2013
Category: Beaches
Location of the only lighthouse in the state of North Carolina that is still located where it was erected.
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Ranked #20 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Educational - Wonderful Work" 05/16/2013
- "support the horses" 05/01/2013
Category: Museums
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Located in the restored 1901 Old Corolla Schoolhouse, the Wild Horse Museum features interactive exhibits, photos and...
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Located in the restored 1901 Old Corolla Schoolhouse, the Wild Horse Museum features interactive exhibits, photos and information on the Wild Mustangs of Corolla, NC. Learn about the history of wild horses that have roamed the Outer Banks for over 500 years, and still call these beaches home. Outside on the grounds, kids activities include horse painting, and once a week pet a live horse that comes to visit. Open year round Mon - Fri 10:00-4:00.
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Ranked #21 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Terrific resort course" 04/24/2013
- "A Great Place to see sunset" 04/05/2013
Category: Golf Courses
Golf facility located in the Outer Banks region.
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Ranked #22 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Very good" 05/01/2013
- "Excellent customer service!!" 04/26/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centers
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Ranked #23 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Can climb for first time ever!" 05/16/2013
- "Open for the first time to climb" 05/16/2013
Category: Lighthouses
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An interesting and still important lighthouse that can be visited but not climbed. (NOTE: The lighthouse is currently under...
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An interesting and still important lighthouse that can be visited but not climbed. (NOTE: The lighthouse is currently under construction, and is expected to re-open in summer 2013, with the ability to be climbed for the first time)
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Ranked #24 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Must stop before visiting OBX" 05/16/2013
- "All the information you need" 04/08/2013
Category: Beaches; Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Your information center for sightseeing, attractions, accommodations and dining.
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Ranked #25 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Wonderful Trees" 05/16/2013
- "Relaxing respite" 05/14/2013
Category: Gardens
A reproduction of a garden of the time of Elizabeth I located on Roanoke Island.
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Ranked #26 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Drive-in bears" 03/10/2013
- "A bear lovers dream" 01/26/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
An off-beat wildlife refuge that is interesting for children.
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Ranked #27 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "A memorable place to visit" 05/15/2013
- "Nice act of the US" 05/13/2013
Category: Cemeteries; Historic Sites
The remains of four British soldiers whose ship was sunk off the coast during World War II are buried here.
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Ranked #28 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "awesome place to escape" 05/16/2013
- "Tranquil" 04/25/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Forests
Located in the Outer Banks, this preserve is one of only a few maritime forests left in its natural state.
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Ranked #29 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "We have come a long way in flight sinc..." 05/08/2013
- "Must see in the obx!" 05/07/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
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Ranked #30 of 80 attractions in Outer Banks
- "Never pass up a Lighthouse!" 05/14/2013
- "Love light houses" 05/13/2013
Category: Lighthouses
The oldest lighthouse still in operation in North Carolina.
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