Avalon Beach Travel Guide
Kill Devil Hills
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Popular places to visit
Avalon Fishing Pier
Avalon Fishing Pier is just one of the places to see in Kill Devil Hills, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
A true testament to the origins of aviation history, this monument is also a visually impressive and inspiring feature of the North Carolina landscape.
Nags Head Woods Preserve
Explore the great outdoors at Nags Head Woods Preserve, a lovely green space in Kill Devil Hills. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Glazin' Go-Nuts
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Glazin' Go-Nuts during your travels in Kill Devil Hills. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.
Destination Fun
You can take time to visit Destination Fun during your travels to Kill Devil Hills. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.
Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop
Take the family on an outing to Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop during your trip to Kill Devil Hills. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Outer Banks
Top hotels in Avalon Beach
Beautiful Ocean Front Studio with direct beach and access to a deck.
"No hot tub available."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Beach Road Bed and Breakfast
DOGS AND DAY DREAMS! August & September dates available
"We stayed at the property for 2 weeks with our 2 dogs. The property was perfect for us and walking distance to the beach. I would recommend this property to other family’s with dogs. Don also let us check in early which was great as we were tracking with our dogs from Massachusetts!"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Mariner Inn and Suites
"Very nice place, close to everything"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Shutters on the Banks
"Staff was very accommodating and helped me get a refund when I had to leave my stay early"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Mia's Boutique Hotel
"Room was clean, right off the beach. Although in the bottom floor, the beach view is just a big dune… AC was super strong. Amenities perfect!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Avalon Beach
Colington Harbour
While Colington Harbour may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wright Brothers National Memorial and Nags Head Woods Preserve.
