Shopping In Duck On The Outer Banks Of North Carolina

The Nags Head Shop

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-7262

Is this a coffee shop that sells hats or a hat shop that sells coffee? Either way, The Nags Head Shop brews coffee and espresso-based drinks as well as smoothies. A few treats like biscotti and muffins are available too. The hat selection is grand, from outrageous novelty hats (Rasta wigs and the Dr. Suess variety) to tamer sun hats, cowboy hats, ball caps and visors. They also sell many popular brands of high-end sunglasses plus Minnetoka Moccasins, sandals, T-shirts, jewelry and gift items.

Tomato Shack

Duck Road
Duck
no phone

Bike over to get your fresh produce at this welcoming little roadside stand. You’ll find it between Red Sky Cafe and the Roadside Grill on the east side of N.C. Highway 12.

ToyRific

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-3939

Calling all kids! ToyRific is a fun shop for kids of all ages. They feature some well-known brand names like Thomas, Lego, Steiff, Playmobil and Gund and some of the hard-to-find favorites. Kites, board games, puzzles, train sets, learning toys and much more are sold by a knowledgeable staff that can help you select the right toys for the right ages.

Try My Nuts

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-0900

This store is all about nuts, including gourmet roasted nuts, chocolate-covered nuts, honey-roasted nuts and others in all flavors and varieties. Try their white trash and dirty white trash concoctions, a mix of pretzels, crisp cereals and pecans covered in white and milk chocolate. Also try the wasabi-covered peanuts, which are especially tasty. They also sell chocolates and candy, an unbelievable assortment of hot sauces, grilling spices and meat rubs and drink mixes. Already-packaged gift boxes and baskets make great gifts. For the easily amused, there are humorous T-shirts and boxer shorts and creative packaging and labels.

UPS Store

5561 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, The Marketplace
Southern Shores
(252) 255-3397

This is the place to come when you need to ship your vacation purchases back home or send souvenirs to a friend. The staff at this locally run store is ultra-helpful, so you won’t have to worry about a thing. The UPS Store makes copies and sells some office supplies as well.

Wee Winks Market

1213 Duck Road
Duck
(252) 261-2937

The first store ever to set up shop in Duck, Wee Winks is the place to come for convenience and everyday grocery items. Lots of people run in and out of here all day long, getting gasoline and picking up snacks and drinks, beer, ice, bread, milk, cereal, over-the-counter medicines, magazines and newspapers, cleaning supplies, suntan lotion and much more.

Wings

1188 Duck Road
Duck
(252) 261-7455

Wings has got you covered on the beach goods and souvenir fronts. You’ll find swimwear, beach apparel, beach toys, boogie boards, towels, rafts and anything else you could want for the beach. This is also souvenir central, with toys, T-shirts, shot glasses and so much more. Kids love this store because they can always find something that’s not too expensive.

Wooden Feather Wildlife Gallery

Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-2808

The wildlife of the Outer Banks is captured in original wood carvings, paintings and photography at this unique gallery. The Wooden Feather showcases the exceptional work of more than 85 regional and nationally recognized artists and artisans. From the realistic to the whimsical, American artistic ingenuity is just the beginning. You’ll find delightful gifts and home and garden accents too.

Yesterday’s Jewels

1187 Duck Road, Loblolly Pines Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-4869

Yesterday’s Jewels is a small, niche jeweler that’s had a loyal following of customers for 25 years. They specialize in antique and estate jewelry, including some pieces from the Edwardian, Victorian, Georgian and Art Deco periods. Antique jewelry is getting harder to find, so those who love it know this store is special. Yesterday’s Jewels also sells some new jewelry, sterling silver pieces and silver and gold charms, but their main focus is on antiques and estate pieces.