Outer Banks Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle (2 Tours)

This bundle includes 2 Audio tours: • Cape Hatteras National Seashore • Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes Explore North Carolina's Outer Banks on this self-guided car tour. First, see the majestic Bodie Island Lighthouse and the peaceful Coquina Beach, where nature meets history. Continue to Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site, a maritime hero attraction. Next, see the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, a coastal landmark. Last stop: the Wright Brothers National Memorial, where flight dreams were realized. Explore maritime history and pioneering spirit in stunning coastal scenery. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

1. 1

   Corolla Beach

   10 min

   A broad Atlantic beach known for its scenery and nearby wild horses. Beach entry is free, although parking a vehicle in the 4WD area requires a seasonal permit.

2. 2

   Corolla

   10 min

   A historic seaside community containing beaches, shops, preserved buildings, and lighthouse attractions. There is no fee to enter the town.

3. 3

   Currituck Beach Lighthouse

   Pass by

   This unpainted brick lighthouse offers panoramic views from the top. The grounds are free, but the 2026 lighthouse-climbing fee is $13 per person aged four or older.

4. 4

   Whalehead in Historic Corolla

   Pass by

   Whalehead is a restored 1920s Art Nouveau residence overlooking Currituck Sound. Historic Corolla Park is free, but interior museum tours require admission.

5. 5

   Audubon Pine Island Sanctuary and Center

   10 min

   This protected property contains marshes, maritime forest, beaches, and important bird habitat. There is no general entrance fee, although some organized programs or tours may cost extra.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   This shallow body of water separates the northern Outer Banks from mainland North Carolina. It can be viewed freely from public parks, boardwalks, and roadside areas.

7. 7

   Duck

   10 min

   Duck is a walkable coastal town known for shops, restaurants, beaches, and sunset views. There is no fee to enter the town.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   10 min

   The park features maritime-forest trails, picnic areas, and a boardwalk along Currituck Sound. Ordinary access is free.

9. 9

   Southern Shores

   10 min

   Southern Shores is a quiet residential beach community between Duck and Kitty Hawk. There is no town entrance fee, although some beach parking areas are restricted.

10. 10

    Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve

    10 min

    This protected maritime forest includes wetlands, creeks, wildlife habitat, and recreational trails. General public access is free.

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    Kitty Hawk

    10 min

    Kitty Hawk is closely associated with the Wright brothers and the beginnings of aviation. The town itself has no entrance fee.

12. 12

    Stop 12

    10 min

    This small roadside monument marks a location associated with the Wright brothers’ early glider work. It can be viewed without an admission charge.

13. 13

    Stop 13

    10 min

    This historic fishing pier extends into the Atlantic Ocean at Kill Devil Hills. Accessing or fishing from the pier requires a paid pass, while the surrounding business area may be entered freely.

14. 14

    Kill Devil Hills

    10 min

    This coastal town is home to the Wright Brothers National Memorial and several beaches. There is no fee to enter the town.

15. 15

    Wright Brothers National Memorial

    Pass by

    The memorial preserves the site of the first successful powered airplane flights. Visitors aged 16 and older currently require a $10 entrance pass. NPS fees

16. 16

    Nags Head

    10 min

    Nags Head is known for beaches, historic cottages, fishing piers, and large sand dunes. There is no fee to enter the town.

17. 17

    Jockey's Ridge State Park

    10 min

    The park protects the tallest living sand-dune system on the Atlantic coast. General day-use admission is free, although lessons, rentals, and facility reservations may cost extra

18. 18

    Stop 18

    10 min

    This visitor center provides maps, brochures, restrooms, and travel information. Entry is free.

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    Coquina Beach

    10 min

    Coquina Beach offers public beach access, parking, restrooms, and seasonal lifeguard services. Cape Hatteras National Seashore does not charge an entrance fee.

20. 20

    Bodie Island Lighthouse

    Pass by

    The lighthouse grounds and surrounding marsh boardwalk are free. Climbing the lighthouse requires a seasonal ticket, currently $10 for adults and $5 for eligible reduced-rate visitors.

21. 21

    Stop 21

    10 min

    Oregon Inlet connects Pamlico Sound with the Atlantic Ocean. Viewing the inlet is free, but boating, fishing, camping, and marina services may cost extra.

22. 22

    Stop 22

    10 min

    This NC Highway 12 bridge crosses Oregon Inlet and replaced the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge. There is no toll.

23. 23

    Oregon Inlet Life Saving Station

    10 min

    This historic station recalls the crews who rescued shipwreck victims along the Outer Banks. Exterior viewing is free, although interior access is generally limited.

24. 24

    Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge

    10 min

    The refuge protects beaches, marshes, ponds, and migratory-bird habitat. Its visitor center, trails, and wildlife-viewing areas have no general entrance fee

25. 25

    Stop 25

    10 min

    This undeveloped beach offers ocean views, wildlife observation, and surf fishing. There is no ordinary entrance fee, but temporary wildlife closures may affect access.

26. 26

    Stop 26

    10 min

    This bridge carries NC Highway 12 over Pamlico Sound around an erosion-prone shoreline. It has no toll or admission charge.

27. 27

    Rodanthe

    10 min

    Rodanthe is a small coastal village known for beaches, watersports, and maritime history. There is no fee to enter the village.

28. 28

    Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site & Museum

    Pass by

    This museum complex preserves original U.S. Life-Saving Service buildings and rescue equipment. General admission is currently $10, with discounted family, senior, student, and youth rates.

29. 29

    Stop 29

    10 min

    Nora’s Wish is a small shop featuring local artwork, antiques, jewelry, and coastal gifts. There is no admission fee, although purchases and separately arranged tours cost extra.

30. 30

    Stop 30

    10 min

    This soundside recreation area is popular for kiteboarding, windsurfing, picnicking, and sunset viewing. General day use is free, while rentals and lessons may cost extra.

31. 31

    Buxton

    10 min

    Buxton is a Hatteras Island village near Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Cape Point. There is no fee to enter the community.

32. 32

    Stop 32

    10 min

    This small World War II cemetery honors British sailors who died near the Outer Banks. Visitors may enter without paying admission.

33. 33

    Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

    10 min

    The lighthouse grounds and outdoor areas are free. The tower is closed for climbing throughout 2026 because of restoration work, so no climbing ticket is currently available

34. 34

    Stop 34

    Pass by

    Cape Point is a dramatic meeting place of ocean currents and a popular surf-fishing destination. Walking access is free, but driving onto the beach requires a paid NPS off-road vehicle permit

35. 35

    Stop 35

    10 min

    Hatteras Village contains marinas, restaurants, shops, museums, and ferry connections. There is no village entrance fee.

36. 36

    Stop 36

    10 min

    This working marina offers boat slips, fuel, fishing supplies, storage, and launch facilities. There is no general admission fee, but marina services and boat launching are charged separately.

37. 37

    Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

    10 min

    The museum presents the maritime, shipwreck, and lifesaving history of the Outer Banks. Admission is free, with optional donations accepted.

38. 38

    Stop 38

    10 min

    There is no fee to enter the terminal, and the regular Hatteras–Ocracoke vehicle ferry is free. The optional seasonal Ocracoke Express passenger ferry charges separately

39. 39

    Stop 39

    10 min

    The island has no general admission fee and can be reached from Hatteras using the free vehicle ferry. Accommodations, camping, tours, docking, rentals, and some ferry routes have separate charges.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• NOTE: An entrance fee or valid park pass is required to visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Please check current entry requirements before your visit.
• Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
• Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
• At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.