Area Information
Looking for a new experience? The First Colony Inn is ideally situated for our guests to take advantage of the many unique activities offered on the Outer Banks. Here are some ideas for timeless Outer Banks adventures, plus up to the minute news about what’s happening now:
Guides
Outer Banks This Week – Local events, music, nightlife, updated daily
Hidden Outer Banks – Insider info from a long time local
Surfline – From Jennette’s Pier live feed for surfing and beach conditions
Attractions
Jockey’s Ridge – Check out the view from the largest living sand dune on the East Coast
Nags Head Woods – Hike through a maritime forest owned by the Nature Conservancy
Outer Banks Sporting Events – Run a marathon, storm the beach, or try a tri
Lighthouses – Five lighthouses nearby, two open for climbing
Wright Brothers Memorial – Explore the place where modern flight began
Elizabethan Gardens – A hidden gem on Roanoke Island
Jennette’s Pier – Educational fishing pier run by the NC Aquarium Society
Manteo Aquarium – Watch the sharks swim or have a close encounter with a skate
Dining
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe – Always fresh and local, located on the causeway
Miller’s Waterfront Restaurant – Lunch and dinner on the water, very close to the inn
Pamlico Jack’s – Located right across from the inn, they also offer a special room service menu for our guests
Sam & Omie’s – An Outer Banks tradition known for their authentic Hatteras-style clam chowder
Owen’s – The Outer Banks original fine dining. Family-owned and operated since 1946.
Nags Head Restaurants – A guide to restaurants near the First Colony Inn
Outer Banks Restaurant Association – Explore more options, or join us for Restaurant Week or Taste of the Beach
Events
Outer Banks This Week serves up the best local events and festivals.