- Our list of the best things to do in Buxton, North Carolina, features the top 40 nearby activities — including 20 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Buxton, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, Water Activities, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 9 things to do within the city of Buxton, NC , followed by 31 popular activities in nearby cities, including Avon, Frisco, Ocracoke, Rodanthe and Salvo
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Leading visitors through the highlights of the historic village of Okracoke, the Okracoke Village Walking Tour provides context and depth to a stroll through this scenic town. The tour also highlights the most impressive views.
19.5 Miles
Visitors can explore the bay with a variety of water sport vehicles at Hatteras Watersports Salvo. Boats, kayaks, and jet skis are available for rent. There is also a picnic area and volleyball court.
21.1 Miles
Life on Ocracoke Island revolves around the Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach. This pristine waterfront property is where residents an tourists go to splash, swim and surf. The undertow is extremely strong, and swimmers should not enter the water when the lifeguard is off duty.
21.1 Miles
57%
148 votes
935 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke, NC 27960
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Blackbeard was the pirate name of Edward Teach. At the Tach's Hold Blackbeard Exhibit, visitors can learn more about this pirate's life and his death near the museum, as well as buy all types of pirate supplies.
21.3 Miles
Located in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, the Anchorage Marina is situated on the southern Outer Banks. Fishing enthusiasts find the deepwater harbor of the marina an ideal location for sound fishing and deepsea fishing activities.
22.1 Miles
89%
27 votes
24502 Highway 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
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For those wanting to master the combination of wind energy and surfing, a wide range of kiteboarding lesson options are available through Kitty Hawks Kites Kiteboarding School. Instructors are available for all levels, and equipment is provided.
22.2 Miles
At Rodanthe Pier, visitors can fish using tackle and bait. There is a shop where visitors can buy bait and rent rods. From the pier, visitors can take pictures of the house where Nights in Rodanthe was filmed.
22.4 Miles
Selling a variety of beach themed items, 'Someday...by the Sea' offers guests books, candles, home decor, and more. The shop makes use of shells in its jewelry, ornaments, and hair accessories.
23.0 Miles
99%
303 votes
23645 Hwy. 12, Rodanthe, NC 27968
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With eight historic buildings and a knowledgeable staff, the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service. Tours are available from April through November.
23.3 Miles
Located close to the Oregon Inlet, Rodanthe Watersports & Campground has campsites for tents and RVs, as well as a shop to rent watersports equipment. Visitors can rent kayaks, waverunners, sailboats, surfboards, and more.