South Nags Head Travel Guide
Nags Head
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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.
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.
Nags Head Fishing Pier
After visiting Nags Head Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nags Head. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the fishing spots.
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 South Nags Head
Comfort Inn South Oceanfront
Enjoyable time. Great restaurants near by. Able to look at the ocean water near hotel. Breakfast being available is a time saver and a good selection. Staff is very nice. Thanks
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
SALE: Professionally Designed Oasis! Pup Friendly, Walk-in Shower, Pools!
Listing said oceanview but we got a view of a brickwall.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Enjoy your magnificent ocean views from your huge balcony!
Our family has stayed here for the past 3 years and we love it!! Let's just say that in addition to the beautiful view and great location, the caretakers and owner will do everything to make your visit amazing. Mike and Lisa are truly wonderful people. They make sure you have everything you need ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Summer Special/RIGHT ACROSS from OCEAN/Fenced yard/pet friendly
Host is a great communicator, house is clean and well stocked. We love the location.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Ocean Side/Crow's Nest Views/Fenced pet yard/xbox one S/pet friendly
My wife and I had planned to sneak away with our dogs in late January but Mother Nature decided to dump record snow on Nags Head that weekend. I called just to ask about moving up our reservation by a day but Ronni went all mother hen on me and said she didn’t love that idea because we could still ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Dolphin Oceanfront Motel
Great service
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Nags Head
Whalebone
If you're spending some time in Whalebone, Outlets Nags Head and Whalebone Junction are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Side Court
If you're spending some time in Ocean Side Court, Full Throttle Speedway and Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.
