South Nags Head Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Nags Head
Popular places to visit
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Climb the iconic lighthouse just south of Nags Head and experience spectacular natural views of Bodie Island, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding areas.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
With a large range of boat choices, one of the eastern seaboard’s largest charter boat fishing fleets has options for all fishing enthusiasts, and non-fishermen too.
Jennette's Pier
Fish for striped bass, flounder and bluefish or simply admire the oceanfront surroundings from this eco-friendly pier in North Carolina’s beautiful Nags Head.
Nags Head Fishing Pier
Explore the waterfront of Nags Head Fishing Pier and enjoy activities such as fishing in Nags Head. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in the area.
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Admire the tallest sand dunes on the Atlantic coast, explore the maritime forest and see the shallow Roanoke Sound body of water in this unique state park.
Activities
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Our pick of the best South Nags Head Hotel Deals
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
This is an older building and it shows in some of the finishes. You can not beat the beach view and access, it is well worth the little rust and older fixtures.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Staff were great, direct beach access and parking immediately outside our door. Great experience!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Professionally Designed Oasis, Budget & Pup Friendly, Walk-in Shower, Pools!
Great condo, clean and nicely decorated and furnished. Very beach accessible and close to good restaurants, shopping and other activities.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
OBX Life 1 Ocean front with Private pool!
Every room was very clean! We were very pleased with this rental. Location was great! Right next to Fish heads pier! Loved it!!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Coastal Haven *ocean front ocean views*heated pool
Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!
Absolutely loved the central location and the Condo. The weather let us down, but we had a great time, enjoyed local restaurants and a-lot of seafood! Plan to visit and re-book again in the future.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Nags Head
Whalebone
If you're spending some time in Whalebone, Jennette's Pier and Outlets Nags Head are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Side Court
While Ocean Side Court isn't home to many top sights, Jennette's Pier and Outlets Nags Head are some notable places to visit nearby.
