If you’re looking for some retail therapy, visit Outlets Nags Head. These shops have some of your favorite brands at lower prices, including American Eagle Outfitters, Carter’s Babies and Kids, Corningware, Talbots, Gap Factory Store, and JCrew – just to name a few. Outlets Nags Head also features local stores like Salt Coast Outfitters and Outer Banks Olive Oil. Order lunch at Tropical Smoothie and eat on the terrace overlooking the Albemarle Sound. Then take a break to play cornhole or play a game of checkers on a giant checkerboard for more family fun!

This locally owned gift shop is a treasure trove of unique gifts, beach house decor, coastal clothing, jewelry, and souvenirs. Located on the Beach Road near Gallery Row in Nags Head, Something Fishy is sure to catch your attention as you drive by; a cheerful yellow and blue bungalow with driftwood and lawn ornaments outside, you can’t miss it! Inside, you’ll have plenty of unique things to browse through!

This Beach Road gallery is so uniquely curated and warmly eclectic, you’ll feel like you’re in a museum as soon as you step in the front door. The owners have obviously put a lot of care into choosing pieces for this gallery, and over 60 local artists are featured. Seagreen is a place where you can browse art, furniture, jewelry, and their back garden and discover treasures that you wouldn’t find anywhere else.

Founded by a long-time Outer Banks resident and surfboard shaper, Outer Banks Boarding Company specializes in all things surf, skate, skim, and more. This spacious shop on the bypass in Nags Head will help you get decked out with swimwear, apparel, and gear on your next trip to the Outer Banks.