Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in North Carolina!

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Remember the Underground Railroad

It wasn't an actual railroad, more a loose collection of people and places that helped slaves escape. Dismal Swamp, in the northeastern part of the state, was one popular point along the railroad, a…

It wasn't an actual railroad, more a loose collection of people and places that helped slaves…

The 10 Best Brunch Spots in North Carolina!

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Montero’s Restaurant, Elizabeth City, NC

Opened in November 2005, Montero’s Restaurant is equipped with a clean, family friendly environment and amazing staff members. Just a few of the items served for brunch are the omelet,…

Opened in November 2005, Montero’s Restaurant is equipped with a clean, family friendly…

The 7 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in North Carolina!

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Bunn’s Bar-B-Q, Windsor, NC

Search for the old filling station, and you are sure to see the Bunn’s sign. The menu is kept simple with authentic, tasty Eastern-style barbecue to take you back to your childhood. The…

Search for the old filling station, and you are sure to see the Bunn’s sign. The menu is kept…

The 10 Best BBQ Joints in North Carolina!

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Corolla Village BBQ, Corolla, NC

“The best Eastern Carolina barbecue on the Outer Banks”, the famous barbecue of Corolla is made with a vinegar sauce. For the barbecue plate, grab not on the delicious barbecue, but also…

“The best Eastern Carolina barbecue on the Outer Banks”, the famous barbecue of Corolla…

10 Best Shoe Stores in North Carolina

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Sound Feet Shoes, Corolla, NC

All the shoes at Sound Feet Shoes are of excellent quality and good for your feet. Choose from Dansko, New Balance, Birkenstock, Frye, Asics, Nunn Bush and more for functional and fashionable shoes…

All the shoes at Sound Feet Shoes are of excellent quality and good for your feet. Choose from…

The 9 Best Seafood Restaurants in North Carolina!

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Outer Banks Boil Company, Corolla, NC

Avoid long waits and pricey seafood at the Outer Banks Boil Company. This is an amazing experience with fresh seafood and impressive service and quality. Including pescatarian and vegan options,…

Avoid long waits and pricey seafood at the Outer Banks Boil Company. This is an amazing experience…

The 9 Best Sports Centers in North Carolina!

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Corolla Light Sports Center, Corolla, NC

Corolla Light Sports Center of Corolla Light Resort offers workout fanatics with the second largest sports center of the Outer Banks. The cardio room provides equipment for aerobic workouts, a weight…

Corolla Light Sports Center of Corolla Light Resort offers workout fanatics with the second largest…

Best Sightseeing Tours in North Carolina

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Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla, NC

Lovers of animals have the incredible opportunity to explore the wildlife of Corolla on the Wild Horse Adventure Tour. Located along the Outer Banks, take the 13 passenger Hummer out to explore the…

Lovers of animals have the incredible opportunity to explore the wildlife of Corolla on the Wild…

10 Best Places for Buffets in North Carolina

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Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet, Kitty Hawk, NC

Dine on lobster claws, lobster tail, fried coconut shrimp, seasoned local shark, blackened tuna, pan seared cod and countless additional seafood options at Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet. The seafood…

Dine on lobster claws, lobster tail, fried coconut shrimp, seasoned local shark, blackened tuna,…

The 10 Best Places for Crab in North Carolina!

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I Got Your Crabs, Kitty Hawk, NC

Start with a delicious appetizer or soup at I Got Your Crabs of Kitty Hawk. The crab bisque is a creamy soup with plenty of crabmeat inside. The blue crab nachos feature house-made warm cheese, and…

Start with a delicious appetizer or soup at I Got Your Crabs of Kitty Hawk. The crab bisque is a…

Montero’s Restaurant, Elizabeth City, NC

Featured in The 10 Best Brunch Spots in North Carolina!

Opened in November 2005, Montero’s Restaurant is equipped with a clean, family friendly environment and amazing staff members. Just a few of the items served for brunch are the omelet,… Read More

Bunn’s Bar-B-Q, Windsor, NC

Featured in The 7 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in North Carolina!

Search for the old filling station, and you are sure to see the Bunn’s sign. The menu is kept simple with authentic, tasty Eastern-style barbecue to take you back to your childhood. The… Read More

Corolla Village BBQ, Corolla, NC

Featured in The 10 Best BBQ Joints in North Carolina!

“The best Eastern Carolina barbecue on the Outer Banks”, the famous barbecue of Corolla is made with a vinegar sauce. For the barbecue plate, grab not on the delicious barbecue, but also… Read More

Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet, Kitty Hawk, NC

Featured in 10 Best Places for Buffets in North Carolina

Dine on lobster claws, lobster tail, fried coconut shrimp, seasoned local shark, blackened tuna, pan seared cod and countless additional seafood options at Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet. The seafood… Read More

Sound Feet Shoes, Corolla, NC

Featured in 10 Best Shoe Stores in North Carolina

Outer Banks Boil Company, Corolla, NC

Featured in The 9 Best Seafood Restaurants in North Carolina!

Avoid long waits and pricey seafood at the Outer Banks Boil Company. This is an amazing experience with fresh seafood and impressive service and quality. Including pescatarian and vegan options,… Read More

Located a short walk from the beach, Sanderling Resort is a beautiful, affordable destination for the entire family. The North Inn of Sanderling Resort is family friendly with a king and two queen… Read More

Fun Junktion

Simpson Ditch Road off of Body Road, Elizabeth City, NC

Located on Simpson Ditch Road just off Body Road. This park has much to offer. Fun Junktion has two man made ponds both of which are st... Read More

Dismal Swamp State Park

2294 US 17 North, South Mills, NC

Dismal Swamp State Park allows a unique wilderness experience in a landscape that has been witness to American Indian hunting parties, exploration ... Read More

Walter B Jones, Sr. Center for The Sounds

205 South Ludington Drive, Columbia, NC

The Walter B. Jones Sr. Center for The Sounds is located next door to the Tyrrell County Visitor’s Center. Exhibits in this educational facil... Read More

Roanoke and Cashie River Center

112 West Water Street, Windsor, NC

Water, wildlife, wetlands, wonderfulThe Roanoke/Cashie River Center interprets the natural and cultural history of the lower Roanoke River region. ... Read More

Pettigrew State Park

2252 Lake Shore Road, Creswell, NC

Visitors can explore 16,000-acre Lake Phelps and its surrounding landscape by land or water at Pettigrew State Park. The fishing is legendary and b... Read More

Maple Skatepark

208 Airport Road, Currituck, NC

Innovation meets expert design at the Currituck County Skatepark in Maple. Designed by Grindline Skateparks, a world leader in skatepark design, th... Read More

Knotts Island Skatepark

Ruritan Park, Knotts Island, NC

Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education

1160 Village Lane, Corolla, NC

The Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education invites you to explore coastal North Carolina's wildlife, natural history and cultural heritage. The ... Read More

Island Revolution Surf Co. & Skatepark

1159 Austin St., Corolla Light Town Shopping Center, Suite E, Corolla, NC

Located behind the shop is our 5,000 sq. ft. concrete park designed by Outer Banks local Mark Corbett. It features two bowls and a mini spine, all ... Read More

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