Duck Shopping including Southern Shores
If there’s one thing the town of Duck, NC, is known for, besides the beach, it’s shopping. Duck is definitely the place to go when you’re longing for a little retail recreation. We like to jokingly remark that Duck’s shopping scene is our own little Rodeo Drive!
Duck shopping is a far cry from shopping in a mall or in a superstore, where homogeny rules. Duck boutiques and specialty shops are unique and individually owned, and each reflects the personality of its owners. The nice thing is that the shops in Duck are clustered together within a half-mile stretch, so you can park the car and walk from place to place. There’s a path alongside the road that keeps foot travel safe for pedestrians. A head’s up: Rainy days are the most crowded shopping days in Duck, and on summer weekends Duck is quite congested with traffic.
All of the Southern Shores shopping options are linked by a nice bike path, so walking is an option. The Southern Shores’ shopping scene is small but up and coming, consisting mainly of the Southern Shores Crossing Shopping Center, Sandy Ridge Center and the Marketplace Shopping Center. These are located on the east side of U.S. Highway 158, or the Bypass, around milepost 1. It’s a unique situation for Southern Shores shopping because any business sited directly across the street is in the town of Kitty Hawk, so those shops are not listed in detail here. On the west side of the Bypass are a Home Depot, Wal-Mart, Seamark grocery store, Cato fashions and several other stores.
Note that while the official name of the main road that runs through Duck is N.C. Highway 12, locals call it Duck Road.
Barr-ee Station 2 Warehouse Store
- 1 Ocean Boulevard, Southern Shores Crossing Shopping Center
- Southern Shores
- (252) 255-1660
The Barr-ee Station Warehouse Store is two stores in one. One side has clothing, featuring surf and skate clothes at discounted prices. You’ll also find clothes, shoes and swimsuits geared primarily to the younger generations. The other side is a home-décor and furniture store, including art, furniture, accessories, rugs, paintings and genuine Chinese antiques.
Barr-ee Station Men’s and Women’s Clothing and Swimsuit Outlet
- The Waterfront Shops
- Duck
- (252) 261-1650
This is a great store because you can find quality clothes from top-name catalogs and brands at discounted prices. Men’s and women’s clothing, shoes and swimsuits are available at up to 50 percent off the regular price. Four weekends a year they have tent sales in the parking lot where you can find even better bargains.
Bead Your Art Out
- 1190 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 255-1190
Bead Your Art Out is a jewelry showroom, a shrine to beads and a classroom. The jewelry art of Norfolk, Virginia, artist Connie Hanna is on display, and her highly sought-after design kits are available for purchase to be completed on premises or “to go.” A wide selection of unique and beautiful Czech Glass Beads, Swarovski Crystal, Sterling silver findings and supplies are available for purchase as well. The minimum age for instruction is 12.
Birthday Suits
- 1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
- Duck
- (252) 261-7297
In business for more than 25 years on the Outer Banks, Birthday Suits is a favorite for swimwear — in fact, it’s been voted Best on the Beach for swimsuits for nine years in local polls. For kids, there’s everything from swim diapers and toddler suits to board shorts and competition swimwear. Men will find surf trunks, board shorts and briefs from sizes 28 to XX large. For women, there are mix-and-match separates, bra-sized swimwear and long-torso, maternity and mastectomy suits, all in the coolest styles. Birthday Suits carries designer and California surf brands, sun-protective rash guards for kids and adults, clothing and beach-inspired accessories like sunglasses, flip-flops, hats, jewelry and purses. Love the OBX logo? You’ll find all kinds of OBX brand accessories and clothing here.
Coastal Provisions Market
- 1 Ocean Boulevard, Southern Shores Crossing
- Southern Shores
- (252) 480-0023
When you’re ready to stock the rental house pantry and refrigerator, don’t miss this specialty foods market. It’s a 4,200-square-foot store offering fresh produce and seafood, a full-service butcher, a deli with salami and house-roasted meats, a vast array of cheeses, specialty grocery products and beer and wine. They also offer catering, including full hot meals for take-out.
Dazzles
- 1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
- Duck
- (252) 255-5818
Here’s a store that’s truly a feast for the eyes. It’s full of fun and funky stuff like colorful jewelry, handmade glass mobiles, gifts, home décor pieces, glassware, mermaids, mirrors, lamps and funky furniture. Dazzles also carries Troll Beads.
Dockside N Duck Seafood Market
- 1213 Duck Road, Wee Winks Square
- Duck
- (252) 261-8687
When you feel like eating in, Dockside has all the fresh seafood you’ll need for an Outer Banks feast. Live and steamed crabs, crabmeat, steamed shrimp, fresh shrimp, clams, scallops, oysters, mussels, fish and lobsters – they’re all here, along with the condiments you’ll need. They also sell seafood-inspired prepared foods for takeout, such as homemade soups (try the she-crab and clam chowder) and seafood dips (try the Cajun crab dip and crab-artichoke dip). Homemade pies and fresh bread round out the offerings.
Greenleaf Art Gallery
- 1169 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-2009
Greenleaf is a showcase gallery of fine art and craft. It’s owned by Outer Banks painter Rick Tupper and his wife, Didi, whose knowledge of art and craft is well-respected. This is a mixed-media gallery, but the main focus is on American art glass, original paintings and unique, hand-crafted designer jewelry from local and national artists.
Kitty Hawk Kites and KHK Watersports Center
- Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-4450
At this watersports center on the sound in Duck, you can rent Waverunners, parasail, book a kayak tour or rent a kayak to paddle around on your own. Call the store or (252) 441-4124 or (877) FLY-THIS for reservations. The store sells toys, kites, flags, Ts and sweats, souvenirs, pirate paraphernalia and other fun stuff.
Kitty Hawk Sports Surfin’ Sports
- 1213 Duck Road, Wee Winks Square
- Duck
- (252) 261-8770
Sporty, outdoorsy types love the selection at Kitty Hawk Sports. Here you’ll find all the surf brands -– Quicksilver, Roxy, O’Neill, Billabong and more. They sell swimsuits, T-shirts, clothing, shoes, sunglasses and accessories for the outdoor lifestyle, plus water equipment like kayaks, body boards, surf boards and more.
Life’s A Beach Outer Banks, A Lilly Pulitzer® Via Shop
- 1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
- Duck
- (252) 261-6569
Life’s A Beach is the Outer Banks’ exclusive Lilly Pulitzer Via® Shop. You’ll find all the bright and eye-catching signature Lilly patterns and colors for the entire family plus great accessory and gift items, such as bags, shoes, sleepwear and more. You’ll also find Vera Bradley, and lot’s of it!
Mystic Jewel
- 1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
- Duck
- (252) 255-5515
The Mystic Jewel sells top-quality, irresistibly unique jewelry made of semi-precious gemstones set in sterling silver and 14 karat gold. Every piece of jewelry is either made on site or personally hand chosen. The staff has great knowledge of the jewelry. Custom jewelry design, jewelry repair, watch battery replacement and pearl knotting are also offered. They honor the mystical powers of gemstones and the way they help our bodies, minds and spirits. The Mystic Jewel also has a store at Timbuk II in Corolla.
Nags Head Hammocks
- 1212 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-1062
Nags Head Hammocks is the nation’s largest hammock retailer, and it started right here on the Outer Banks since 1974. The Duck location is next to the Methodist Church in a huge building built exclusively to show off these great hammocks. You’ll find hammocks, swings, chairs and stands, plus accessories like bolsters, pillows and foot rests. These hammocks are made with sturdy, weather-resistant materials, and they last a long, long time, even in the harsh Outer Banks conditions. Stop by the store to see the hammocks being crafted onsite.
Nor’Banks Sailing Center
- 1312 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-2900
In a perfect location on the Currituck Sound just north of the Duck Fire Station, Nor’Banks is a complete sailing and watersports center. See Recreation for a description of all the fun activities you can do here. And if you’re in the market to buy watersports equipment, Nor’Banks also sells sailboats, kayaks and accessories.
North Beach Outfitters
- 1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
- Duck
- (252) 261-6262
North Beach Outfitters has everything you need for the outdoor lifestyle and then some. Some of the most trusted names in outdoor wear are sold here, including The North Face, Patagonia, Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, Royal Robbins, Horny Toad, Keen, Chaco, Merrell, Teva and many more. You’ll find swimwear, clothing, jackets, shoes, sandals, sunglasses, watches and other accessories. They also sell Ocean Kayak, Necky and Current Designs kayaks and accessories. North Beach Outfitters takes reservations for Coastal Kayak Tours (see Recreation).
Ocean Atlantic Rentals
- 1194 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-4346
Ocean Atlantic Rentals is the ultimate vacation rental store. They rent many of the necessities, like baby gear, strollers, grills, linens, TVs and DVD players, rollaway beds, tables and chairs, wheel chairs, life jackets, etc. Plus they rent the fun stuff, such as surfboards, boogie boards, beach gear, utility carts, coolers, bikes, kayaks, rods and reels and sports equipment. They also have wedding supplies, such as chairs and tents. Delivery and pickup is available.
Sea Dragon Gallery
- 1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
- Duck
- (252) 261-4224
Selective American handcrafts are the focus at Sea Dragon Gallery. The owner says she chooses works that represent excellence in craftsmanship, design and lasting value plus a few that will make people laugh. Jewelry, glass, pottery, oil paintings and watercolors are among the selections, along with local artwork, including the popular, whimsical pieces of E. M. Corsa.
Tarheel Trading Co.
- 1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
- Duck
- (252) 255-0225
Established in 1979, Tarheel Trading Co. specializes in American handcrafts, from decorative to functional. You’ll find designer jewelry, painted wine glasses, fan pulls, leather bags, bells and chimes, woodcrafts and carvings, pottery, kaleidoscopes, puzzle boxes, accessories for the home, garden and kitchen, body products and so much more—all of it handmade by craftsmen from around the country.
The Green Shutter
- 1194 Duck Road, Osprey Landing
- Duck
- (252) 261-2285
When you’re strolling around in Duck, don’t miss The Green Shutter, a surprising gift shop in the soundfront Osprey Landing shopping center. The Green Shutter offers an eclectic mix of gifts and accessories for the home and garden. Some of the things you’ll find include art glass and hand-blown hummingbird feeders, heavenly scented soaps, candles, spa products and aromatherapy diffusers, locally made Adirondack furniture, wind chimes and beach décor, but that’s certainly not all. The much-sought-after SCOUT tote and cooler bags can be found here too.
Tommy’s Gourmet Market
- 1242 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-8990
Tommy’s will ensure that you eat well even when you eat in. This is a gourmet market with only the best foods – aged Black Angus beef, a deli with Boar’s Head meats, imported cheeses, fresh produce and herbs, oils, marinades, sauces, spices, high-end snacks and crackers, baked goods and a carefully chosen wine and beer selection. The seafood market features fresh and steamed shrimp, clams, live lobsters, Alaskan crab legs, wild salmon, tuna and crab cakes and local delicacies.
Beach Braids
- 1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
- Duck
- (252) 261-3769
Girls of all ages love to get a new look when they’re on vacation. Beach Braids can change your persona with braids, cornrows, colorful hair wraps and beautiful, temporary henna tattoos. This store also sells custom, handmade jewelry. This business is open in the summer season only. They also have a store at Surfside Plaza in Nags Head.
Beach Essentials
- 1213 Duck Road, Wee Winks Square
- Duck
- (252) 261-1250
This longtime Duck store now sports a new look and many new treasures along with its beach supplies, souvenirs and OBX products. It all adds up to a unique combination of products that pleases everyone. Ten jewelry cases are overflowing with Larimar jewelry from the Caribbean, Native American jewelry and many other sparkling jewels. The expanded Sweet Spot Candy Center features flavors from the past and the newest candy selections. Novelties, tricks, jokes and gags keep the kids happy.
Beach Gallery
- 1177 Duck Road, Scarborough Faire
- Duck
- (252) 261-5757
This gallery is filled with a wide variety of oil paintings, so many that you’re sure to find one you like. Once you have selected a painting, you then get to choose the frame that best suits your home’s décor. The frames are pre-made in sizes to fit the canvases, so framing only takes a few minutes before you’re on your way.
Bob’s Bait & Tackle
- 1180 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-8589
Bob’s is the only tackle shop in Duck, but that’s not the only reason you should choose this one when you’re looking for bait, tackle, gear and other fishing-trip necessities. Bob’s also offers friendly service and expert advice and information, and they can steer you toward reputable guide services and inshore and offshore fishing charters.
Cacique Shop/ Duck Post Office
- 1245 Duck Road
- Duck
- (252) 261-8555
Duck’s tiny post office is located at this shop, which is in the shopping center at the entrance to the Barrier Island complex. The shop sells locally made, hand-carved decoys, greeting cards, post cards, books and odds and ends.
