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9 Best and Fun Things To Do In Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina


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Kill Devil Hills, located between Nags Head and Kitty Hawk, is a highly sought-after beach town in the Outer Banks. It’s ready to be discovered by visitors looking for a perfect beach destination.

Bordered by countless activities, fascinating activities, and many wonderful shops and restaurants, Kill Devil Hills offers visitors a sea of things to do. The Wright Brothers National Memorial overlooks this delightful town and will surely keep history buffs entertained for hours. The daytime in Kill Devil Hills brings a world of fun both on and off the serene beach, with the pier being home to everything you need for an eventful day in the sun and the ocean inviting you to recuperate in its refreshing waters.

Kill Devil Hills is abundant in seaside accommodation and dining options, along with so many delightful shops and art galleries lining the shore, so you never have to spend a moment without the gorgeous sea views. Check out the list below to find some of the must-see attractions in Kill Devil Hills and enjoy a coastal holiday like no other.

The 9 Most Popular Things To Do In Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

9. Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (86 reviews)

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Location: Kitty Hawk NC

Web Address:   https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/coastal-management/nc-coastal-reserve/reserve-sites/kitty-hawk-woods-reserve

8. Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,399 reviews)

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Location: Kill Devil Hills NC

Tel:  252 473 2111

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/wrbr

7. Avalon Fishing Pier

4.6 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

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6. Seaside Art Gallery

4.9 ★★★★★ (54 reviews)

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Location: 2716 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head NC

Tel:  800 828 2444

Web Address:   http://seasideart.com/

5. Nags Head Woods Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ (106 reviews)

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Location: 701 W Ocean Acres Dr Kill Devil Hills NC

Web Address:   http://nature.org/nhw

4. Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,399 reviews)

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Location: Kill Devil Hills NC

Tel:  252 473 2111

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/wrbr

3. Avalon Pier

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,947 reviews)

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Location: 2111 N Virginia Dare Trail Kill Devil Hills NC

Tel:  252 441 7494

Web Address:   http://avalonpier.com/

2. Jockey’s Ridge State Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (4,861 reviews)

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Location: 300 W Carolista Dr Nags Head NC

Tel:  252 441 7132

Web Address:   http://ncparks.gov/jockeys-ridge-state-park

1. Wright Brothers National Memorial

4.7 ★★★★★ (6,905 reviews)

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Location: 1000 N Croatan Hwy Kill Devil Hills NC

Tel:  252 473 2111

Web Address:   http://nps.gov/wrbr/index.htm

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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