Free & Cheap Things to Do in Duck, NC

  • The list below includes 78 free or cheap things to do in or near Duck, North Carolina, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Bookstores, Specialty Shops and Piers & Boardwalks.
  • From Duck Town Boardwalk to Duck's Cottage, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Duck and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manteo, Kill Devil Hills, Corolla and Nags Head.
  • The list below includes 78 free or cheap things to do in or near Duck, North Carolina, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Bookstores, Specialty Shops and Piers & Boardwalks.
  • From Duck Town Boardwalk to Duck's Cottage, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Duck and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manteo, Kill Devil Hills, Corolla and Nags Head.
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14.7 Miles
93% 415 votes
Historic Sites 1100 Club Way, Corolla, NC 27927 MoreLess Info
The bright yellow Whalehead in Historic Corolla is a mansion that is open for tours and event rentals. Docent-guided and audio tours are available. There are also grounds tours available several times per week.
14.8 Miles
93% 149 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla, NC 27927 MoreLess Info
Offering a wealth of knowledge and information about nature and community history, the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education features numerous displays, programs and exhibits for visitors of all ages.
15.1 Miles
83% 203 votes
Specialty Museums 1126 Schoolhouse Lane, Corolla, NC 27927 MoreLess Info
Managed by horse lovers, the Wild Horse Museum offers exhibits and displays dedicated to the protection and preservation of Wild Spanish Mustangs. Youth and interactive activities are also featured to enhance the experience.
15.2 Miles
80% 203 votes
Piers & Boardwalks 3335 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC MoreLess Info
Nags Head Fishing Pier is a fishing pier and seafood restaurant. The pier is suitable for walking, sightseeing, and of course, fishing. The restaurant serves several fresh seafood dishes and offers a you catch them, we cook them' service.
15.7 Miles
96% 1551 votes
National & State Parks PO Box 592, Nags Head, NC 27959 MoreLess Info
The Outer Banks beach dunes are a draw for outdoor lovers, and Jockey's Ridge State Park features the tallest sand dune on the Atlantic coastline. Facing Roanoke Sound, the 426-acre dune-filled park is popular for flying kites and watching fabulous sunsets. Hang-gliding and sandboarding are permitted, although …
15.8 Miles
94% 111 votes
Scenic Walks Corolla, NC MoreLess Info
Two miles of wildlife preserve land composes the Estuarine Nature Walk. The area is only accessible by foot or four wheel drive vehicles for birdwatching, wildlife studies, and light hiking.
16.0 Miles
94% 1345 votes
Lighthouses 1101 Corolla Village Road, Corolla, NC 27927 MoreLess Info
The beautiful red-brick Currituck Beach Light Station is located in Corolla Village, overlooking Currituck Sound. Providing panoramic view, climb its 220 steps, stopping at two landings and the base to view exhibits about the lighthouse. The lighthouse is open from April through November.
16.0 Miles
94% 162 votes
Beaches Corolla, NC MoreLess Info
Currituck Beach offers many miles of beach along the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is popular with surfers because the conditions often produce waves for novices and intermediate surfers, and the beach is also popular with anglers and those just looking for a beach hike.
16.2 Miles
76% 281 votes
Historic Sites Off US 64/264, Manteo, NC 27954 MoreLess Info
Part of the National Park system, Fort Raleigh was the first settlement in the New World. Colonists from England descended upon the shores of the Outer Banks, finding Roanoke Island secure from the coastal elements. Although the colony was lost, the fort remained and is an historic site protecting the area that…
16.3 Miles
100% 11 votes
National & State Parks 1401 National Park Drive, Manteo, NC 27954 MoreLess Info
Established in 1937, the Cape Hatteras National Seashore is a national park that is characterized by ocean currents, sea level changes, and narrow barrier islands. The park is home to wildlife such as turtles and seals.
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