While watersports in all their various forms might be the main recreational activities that draw people to this island, the popularity of Hatteras Island shopping plays an important role in drawing people to the towns sprinkled through the island. There are wonderful stores that dot the long and winding road through Hatteras, and you’ll be pleased with the quality and variety of opportunities.
Hatteras shopping gives you a true taste of the local life on the island – the shops are all owned by residents, which allows for distinctive personality and character within all of them. And they stand out even more under the management of friendly staff members who are always ready to help you find whatever you’re looking for – if they don't have it at the current Hatteras shop, they can point you in the direction of someone who does. Of course, you can expect to find the basic necessities during your Hatteras Island shopping spree, be that a get-well card, a good book for the beach, a latch for the screen door or backing for your fly line. One large chain grocery store, a couple of smaller but well-stocked mom-and-pop grocers and several gourmet shops fill the food needs on Hatteras Island. You’ll find tackle stores in every village, and watersports equipment shops are everywhere.
Have Fun with Hatteras Shopping
But shopping, especially in a new place while you’re vacationing, is one of the best times to pick up something frivolous and fun. Whatever that ends up being, you will happen upon in while Hatteras shopping. There is no shortage of Cape Hatteras and Outer Banks themed souvenirs, from miniature lighthouses to design-your-own t-shirts to hermit crabs. You’ll also find clothes and the essentials — jewelry, clothing, bathing suits, beach toys, watersports equipment, home decor, gourmet food and incredible artwork by local and national artists. You could easily spend an entire day of Hatteras shopping by cruising from Rodanthe to Hatteras Village, though you may find the bulk of your attention is drawn to Avon, Buxton and Hatteras Village, where there is the biggest concentrations of retail stores.
Find Your Hatteras Shop by Location or Category
Rodanthe, Waves & Salvo | Avon | Buxton & Frisco | Hatteras Village
Ace Hardware sells everything for the home, garden and yard. Most people know Ace as a traditional hardware store, a place to find tools, paint, hardware...read more
In business for more than 25 years, All Decked Out offers finely made outdoor furniture, handcrafted on site, including Adirondack chairs and rockers,...read more
Whether you’re cooking in, looking for a seafood meal or want some seafood to take home, stop here for fresh, local seafood, including fish, crab and ...read more
Stretching about 600 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, Avon Fishing Pier opened its doors in 1963 and was the final pier to be built on Hatteras Island. It’s...read more
This locally owned pharmacy fills prescriptions, plus it offers a variety of over-the-counter medicines, sundries, sunscreen, a wide variety of craft items...read more
This family-owned and -operated gem can now be found right on the sound, just across the street from the old location, in the same building as Austin's...read more
Beads & Grinds is a house of coffee and creativity in the heart of Buxton. They have all the coffee and espresso drinks you could want, plus they have...read more
In a charming restored 1950s Hatteras cottage, Blue Pelican Gallery offers an eclectic mix of artwork, most of it local. Owner/artist Jennifer Johnson is a...read more
Bob's Frisco Tackle and Convenience offers everything you need for fishing – bait and tackle, gear, ice, beer and wine, drinks, convenience items, rod and...read more
Buxton Seafood specializes in selling local seafood. Fish, clams, shrimp, scallops, oysters, crabs and more are available from this shop, where you can...read more
Located at milepost 40 in Rodanthe, this roadside produce stand features plenty of fresh fruits and veggies along with fresh and potted herbs, butter, eggs...read more
If one thing represents all of Hatteras Island, it has to be the famous black-and-white, spiral-striped Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The lighthouse has...read more
