Sightseeing ~ Things to Do ~ Outer Banks NC

The Currituck Lighthouse – Climb 158 feet to the top and enjoy panoramic ocean to sound views. This is a working lighthouse. 252.453.4939

The Historic Whalehead Club – Plan a picnic in the shadows of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse on the grounds of this beautifully restored National Historic landmark. 252.453.9040

Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education – Located in Corolla between the historic Whalehead Club and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, the center features an exhibit hall, auditorium and waterfowl decoy gallery. Several exhibits focus on the barrier island environment and its wildlife, including migrating waterfowl and the many fish species that live in estuaries. Other exhibits present regional history through its boating, hunting and fishing heritage. Because of its location, the center offers visitors a chance to experience the sound and marsh first-hand. 252.453.0221

Jockey’s Ridge State Park – Visit the East Coast’s tallest sand dune and enjoy the magnificent views. 252.441.7132

Roanoke Island Festival Park - The Elizabeth II (replica of the first ship to bring colonists to the new world) is open for tours. Other attractions include the Roanoke Island Adventure Museum, film theatre, settlement site, outdoor performance pavilion, art gallery and museum shop. Open daily. 252.475.1500

Wright Brothers National Memorial – Exhibits and reproductions of century old gliders and flying machines are on display. 252.457.7430