16 Best Outer Banks Cities and Towns to Visit Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

16 Best Outer Banks Cities and Towns to Visit Visual Story

There are several incredible towns in the Outer Banks, North Carolina, to visit, with stunning...

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Northern Beaches

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Corolla, Northern Beaches

Corolla, found in Currituck County, is a modern and upscale Northern Beach town. From ocean-front...

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Southern Shores, Northern Beaches

Southern Shores is a secluded residential town found between Kitty Hawk and Duck. This quiet...

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Kitty Hawk, Northern Beaches

Kitty Hawk is another breathtaking Outer Banks vacation spot. This vibrant seaside town offers something...

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Kill Devil Hills, Northern Beaches

Most say that this town got its unique name after barrels of Kill Devil rum...

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Nags Head, Northern Beaches

This Outer Banks town is another trendy tourist destination packed with amazing beaches, attractions, and...

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Duck, Northern Beaches

Are you looking for a coastal town that's off the beaten path? Then Duck might...

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Roanoke Island

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Wanchese, Roanoke Island

This lesser-known Outer Banks town is a must-visit for those looking for a peaceful and...

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Manteo, Roanoke Island

This colonial-style OBX town sits on Roanoke Island in Dare county. Manteo is one of...

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Hatteras Island

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Hatteras, Hatteras Island

Hatteras Village is the southernmost town on Hatteras Island. It's best known as a fishing...

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Waves, Hatteras Island

Waves and Rodanthe were previously one town called Chicamacomico before separating in 1939. Today, Waves...

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Salvo, Hatteras Island

Salvo is the third of Hatteras Island's Tri-Villages and the southernmost. This Outer Banks town...

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Avon, Hatteras Island

This town on Hatteras Island is known as the center of the island. Avon features...

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Buxton, Hatteras Island

Buxton is another of the great cities in the Outer Banks, North Carolina, found on...

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Frisco, Hatteras Island

Frisco is one of the most relaxed and remote parts of Hatteras Island. It's an...

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Rodanthe, Hatteras Island

Rodanthe is another of many places in the outer banks with stunningly pristine beaches and...

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Ocracoke Island

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Ocracoke, Ocracoke Island

Ocracoke stands apart from the other Outer Banks areas. This secluded paradise features maritime forests...

Conclusion

In Conclusion

The towns of the Outer Banks, North Carolina, are stunning vacation spots on the Atlantic...

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