Planning a family vacation to the Outer Banks? Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, there are tons of family-friendly things to do in the Outer Banks that make memories for all ages. From wild horses to ghost tours, here are our top 5 activities that will make your OBX trip unforgettable.
🐠 1. Visit the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Located in the town of Manteo, the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island offers hands-on learning and close encounters with sharks, otters, sea turtles, and more. Don’t miss the touch tank where kids can safely interact with stingrays. It’s a perfect stop for rainy days or to break up a beach-heavy itinerary.
🔗 ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island
🎭 2. See The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama
History meets theater in this long-running outdoor play about the Lost Colony, one of America’s oldest unsolved mysteries. This spectacular summer production is performed under the stars at Waterside Theatre in Manteo. It’s educational, entertaining, and a tradition for many Outer Banks families.
👻 3. Go on an OBX Ghost Tour (That’s Us!)
When the sun goes down, the Outer Banks gets spooky in the best way. OBX Ghost Tours is the longest-running ghost tour in the Outer Banks, located in historic downtown Manteo. We mix local legends, real ghost stories, and family-friendly humor—with interactive EMF detectors for the kids.
Voted Best Family Activity by Outer Banks Coastal Life, our tours are fun, a little spooky, and totally unforgettable.
👉 Book your OBX Ghost Tour now
🐎 4. See the Wild Horses in Corolla
One of the most iconic Outer Banks sights is the wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs that roam the beaches of Corolla. Book a guided tour to ride along the sand dunes and spot these beautiful animals in their natural habitat. It’s a magical experience for animal lovers and photographers alike.
🪂 5. Hang Glide with Kitty Hawk Kites
Looking for an adventure? Try beginner hang gliding lessons with Kitty Hawk Kites at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, the tallest natural dune on the East Coast. With expert instructors and gentle winds, it’s a safe and exciting way for families to try something new together.
☀️ Bonus: Beach Time, Sunsets & Seafood
Whatever activities you choose, don’t forget to slow down and enjoy a classic OBX sunset, grab fresh local seafood, and spend some quality time on the sand. And don’t wait to book your OBX Ghost Tour—summer spots fill up fast!
👨👩👧👦 Why OBX Ghost Tours Is One of the Top Family-Friendly Things to Do in the Outer Banks
We’re proud to offer an experience that’s spooky and family-approved. Whether you’re traveling with little kids or curious teens, our tours are designed to be fun, interactive, and educational.
Book now and see why so many families call it the highlight of their OBX trip:
👉 obxghosttours.com
These activities are just a few of the top family-friendly things to do in the Outer Banks for a trip your kids (and you!) will never forget.
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