Roanoke Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Roanoke Island
Where to stay in Roanoke Island

Historic Downtown Manteo
You'll enjoy the beaches and coffee shops in Historic Downtown Manteo. You might want to make time for a stop at Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse or Dare County Arts Council.

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Our stay in room 321 was a great experience... just too short!! The balcony with an ocean view was so relaxing... also enjoyed the short walk to the water. The room was spotless, lovely coastal colors.. And the staff was very helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Outer Banks/Kill Devil Hills
Night staff is beautiful 😆
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Shutters on the Banks
Other than the breakfast everything was 1st class!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Barrier Island Station
Kitchen was not really a kitchen just a fridge sink and a hotplate and a few pans but we didn't use any of that anyway
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Ocean Pines Resort
It was a fast check in, the room was spacious, and our family had an amazing time
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
Clean room and easy check-in/check-out
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

The Lost Colony
You can make plans for a show at The Lost Colony during your trip to Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island
Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island during your trip to Manteo. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Manteo when you stop by Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Elizabethan Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Elizabethan Gardens, a lovely green space in Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Pirate's Cove Marina
Explore the waterfront in Manteo with a trip to Pirate's Cove Marina. Stroll along the seaside or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is just one of the places to see in Manteo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Bundle of Outer Banks Tours

OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows






