2025 Kitty Hawk Gifts and Specialty Items Guide

There’s a little something for everyone at the aptly named Absolutely Outer Banks, a cool Kitty Hawk destination that’s filled with coastal style and unique items that can’t be found anywhere else. Featuring a host of local Outer Banks artists, with distinctive goodies that range from postcards to stunning décor, visitors will want to linger at this store that’s a must-stop destination on any central OBX shopping expedition.

B&B Antiques is chocked full of eye-catching collectibles and treasures from the past along with lots of “other cool stuff.”You could spend days browsing through the quilts, art, furniture, glassware, lamps - vintage baking supplies to old-fashioned baby strollers - and all the knick-knacks in between and still not see everything. And there’s lots of OBX memorabilia as well, including prints of the old Nags Head Casino, old photos with local fisherman displaying their catches, many beautiful duck decoys and old fishing lures and buoys.There’s a whole section on cooking supplies, including the old mixing bowls they don’t make any more, glass juicers that never lose their appeal and older, but often better, utensils for use or display. Besides antiques and the vintage culinary collection, the other cool stuff includes men’s and women’s jewelry, nice fabric and needlework art - and a whole “cave” of hunting and bar paraphernalia, with old tools, fishing and hunting collectibles and books. The shop also carries local artists’ prints and original paintings and rare and vintage books.Towering over it all stands a gorgeous oak armoire filled with vintage boy scout and other uniforms. Another fine piece of furniture, if it’s still there, is a large world globe and stand, the kind you used to see in libraries.It would be hard to visit B&B and not find something useful or decorative, a great OBX souvenir or the perfect gift for a special friend or family member. You’ll find B&B Antiques less than a mile south of the Kitty Hawk Post Office on the sound side, at the Buccaneer's Walk. Call for fall and winter schedules.

If you are an antique hunter and are looking for an eclectic selection, you can’t miss a trip to Freedom Antiques at Buccaneer’s Walk in Kitty Hawk.  Owners Sue Norris and Grady Lassiter opened the doors to this quaint antique shop in 2011 and are proud to carry a wide selection of vintage pieces that keep customers returning again and again. From antique fishing items like fishing poles to vintage pottery, Freedom Antique’s is an antique enthusiast’s paradise.  

At Heidi’s Fine Jewelry you’ll find a great selection of fine, estate and sterling silver jewelry as well as beautiful creations by local artists. Owner Heidi Meyer can even change your wristwatch batteries, and she also offers a variety of jewelry repair services.

Islander Flags is a great place to pick up a unique gift or souvenir during your trip to the Outer Banks. Established in 1987, Islander Flags is a full service flag store that has served locals and tourists alike for over 20 years. The store is a family owned and run business; you can always count on great service when you walk in to the store!

From Hatteras to Corolla, mariners can load up on all of the supplies they need at this unique shop that specializes in boating supplies throughout the Outer Banks. Kitty Hawk Marine features everything that a visitor or local resident will need for a fun day on the water, from essential supplies like lifejackets and life preservers to fishing tackle for dropping a line, and as a result, it’s a great resource for mariners throughout the Outer Banks.

Knitting Addiction in Kill Devil Hills is a yarn junkie’s paradise. If you love to knit, there’s no need to miss your hobby while you are on vacation in the Outer Banks. At Knitting Addiction, you will find all the yarns, needles and books you need from your favorite manufacturers such as Blue Sky Alpacas, Oat Couture, Vermont Fiber Designs, Crystal Palace Yarns, Bryson Distributing and much more.

Video game and comic book fans will have a great time at Super Galactic Games N Comics, a unique shopping destination that is situated in the heart of the Outer Banks. Brimming with items that range from valuable collectibles to trading cards, Super Galactic Games N Comics is a fun place for folks of all ages and interests to linger and explore.

Weddings, events, DIY studio, boutique and rentals and home grown flowers from The Flower Field. Bells & Whistles grow their own flowers on a half acre piece of land in Currituck from which they create beautiful arrangements specifically for you. Specializing in custom decor and floral design for your anniversary, birthday, dinner party and wedding. Unique fresh cut arrangements using color and texture are a specialty of Bells & Whistles. Bells & Whistles has received numerous awards and recognitions including The Best of Weddings 2013 by The Knot.  Your event decor should be as unique as you are. Bells & Whistles creates a proposal according to your needs and desires based on your unique personality, style and, of course, budget. If you’re a hands on bride, you can rent the equipment from Bells & Whistles. Vases, fabric, votives and lanterns are all available for you to choose from. Bells & Whistles also offers a DIY studio so you and your bridesmaids can have a fun filled afternoon. For a minimal fee, they provide necessary tools, assistance with design and storage for your creations. Check out their website for a comprehensive gallery of services, link to their blog and kudos from previous clients.

With more than 7,500 square feet, TW’s new store in Nags Head is chock full of a wide selection of fishing and hunting gear. Racks of popular clothing lines,  including Aftco Bluewater Wear, Salt Life and Pelagic, and sunglasses and hats are available in the attractive and sunny store. Hunting apparel from Browning and Columbia, as well as supplies like ammunition and other hunting accessories are in stock along with an extensive range of fishing rods, reels and tackle.   Fish-y gifts, jewelry and décor, and fun clothing items for infants and women, can also be purchased.  There’s even a fully-stocked beverage cooler so anglers can pick up their cold drinks before heading out for a long day on the water.  

Wave Riding Vehicles is a water sporter’s dream. The store offers gear that any beach goer would love and use. From pro surfers to pro sandcastle builders, Wave Riding Vehicles is sure to please.

The quintessential tourist store, Wings is stocked floor to ceiling with beach-related clothing and nearly every other possible  beach-y item imaginable. With store locations from Corolla to Hatteras Island, this is the place visitors depend on to get low-priced Outer Banks T-shirts and souvenirs. Locals are not as prone to shop here, but it’s not unusual to see a resident run in to buy some sand toys or a beach chair. In addition to boogie boards and bathing suits, there’s flip-flops, umbrellas, sun dresses, beach balls, OBX items, sun hats, costume jewelry, sunscreen, lighters, magnets, key chains . . .  the list goes on. The stores are a little gaudy, and the merchandise is not known for its high quality, but whatever you purchase will at least get you through your vacation without your wallet taking too much of a hit. 

Wink’s Grocery is much more than a convenience store to the Outer Banks.  The iconic winking smiley face has served Outer Banks locals and tourist a like since 1957. In fact, in the 1960s and 1970s, Wink’s was one of the only stores on the beach to stay open between Labor day and Memorial day!