Shops on Ocracoke Island

For those shopping on Ocracoke Island, one of the first things noticed the businesses’ integrity and how authentically local they are. You’ll often see the owners themselves tending Ocracoke Island shops and personally cultivating the individual atmospheres found in each of them. The plethora of shops on Ocracoke Island present so many tempting spots, you’ll be wondering where to even begin! Do what they islanders do – set out on foot or by bike and start exploring. Surprises wait around every corner of Ocracoke village. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for any special gems that peek out.

One of the most charming aspects of Ocracoke Island shopping is that many businesses are located in the island’s old homes, which have been converted for new lives as retail establishments. For an iconic Ocracoke shopping experience, head to Howard Street. Down this lane and around the corner is an art studio. Next, meander up a ways and a cool gift store sits at the end of the drive. A short along the street brings you to a great book store. This is the pace and fun of exploring the shops on Ocracoke Island.

Finding Your Treasure at Shops on Ocracoke Island

Many Ocracoke Island shops feature the work of local artists and craftsmen, and the products take all sorts of shapes and sizes. Admire the professional photography, eye-catching oil paintings, funky collages, handmade soaps, perfumes, candles, jewelry, knitted items, musical instruments, woodcarvings and more. Bring the sounds of the island to your home with CDs from local musicians or pick up a jar of island-sourced fig preserves.

Not all Ocracoke Island shopping trips are about browsing and admiring the retailers’ wares, however. Retail therapy is a time of whimsical fun, but oftentimes shopping means getting the basic necessities. For the basic goods there are tackle shops, a hardware store and several community grocery stores. Many shoppers’ needs are a bit more specific to their activities on Ocracoke, and this usually involves the great outdoors. You’ll have no trouble finding surf, kayak, standup paddleboard and kiteboarding gear at Ocracoke Island shops in addition to outdoor apparel ranging from hiking boots to bathing suits.

Kitty Hawk Kites

Ocracoke Shopping
270 Irvin Garrish Highway, Community Square, Ocracoke
(252) 928-4563

With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites is a well-known retail powerhouse on the Outer Banks. Their Ocracoke location boasts an...read more

With 10 retail locations from Corolla to Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk Kites is a well-known retail...read more

Mermaid's Folly

Ocracoke Shopping
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
259 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 921-0159

Mermaid’s Folly stocks affordable and tasteful casual clothing for dress up or dress down. This fun shop boasts a large selection of men's and women’s fine...read more

Mermaid’s Folly stocks affordable and tasteful casual clothing for dress up or dress down. This...read more

Moonraker Tea Shop

Ocracoke Shopping
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
587 Irvin Garrish Highway, Spencer's Market, Ocracoke
(252) 928-0443

Moonraker Tea Shop sells loose-leaf tea, herbs and spices. They have flavored black teas, green teas, oolongs and orthodox teas as well. Hot and iced teas...read more

Moonraker Tea Shop sells loose-leaf tea, herbs and spices. They have flavored black teas, green...read more

Ocracoke Preservation Society and Museum

Ocracoke Shopping
49 Water Plant Road, Ocracoke
(252) 928-7375

For a peek into Ocracoke’s past, visit Ocracoke Preservation Society’s Museum. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving the island’s history...read more

For a peek into Ocracoke’s past, visit Ocracoke Preservation Society’s Museum. The nonprofit organization is...read more

Ocracoke Variety Store

Ocracoke Shopping
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
950 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-4911

The Variety Store is the one-stop island shop where you'll find fresh produce, hand-cut meats, beer and wine and almost all of your grocery needs. It's also...read more

The Variety Store is the one-stop island shop where you'll find fresh produce, hand-cut meats,...read more

Ride the Wind Surf Shop

Ocracoke Shopping
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
486 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-6311

Ride the Wind Surf Shop is your Ocracoke Island resource for surfboards, bathing suits, apparel, accessories, sunglasses, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and...read more

Ride the Wind Surf Shop is your Ocracoke Island resource for surfboards, bathing suits, apparel,...read more

Sweettooth / Fig Tree Bakery & Deli

Ocracoke Shopping
1015 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-3481

Fig Tree Bakery & Deli serves breakfast and lunch menu items that offer choices for every craving. Breakfast combinations are available on biscuits,...read more

Fig Tree Bakery & Deli serves breakfast and lunch menu items that offer choices for every...read more

The Slushy Stand

Ocracoke Shopping
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
473 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-1878

The Slushy Stand is the perfect place for refreshment and a relaxing spot to indulge your craving for sweets or coffee. Stop in and try one of their 21...read more

The Slushy Stand is the perfect place for refreshment and a relaxing spot to indulge...read more

Village Craftsmen

Ocracoke Shopping
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
170 Howard Street, Ocracoke
(252) 928-5541

Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at the end of live-oak covered, historic Howard Street, about a block from...read more

Walking to Village Craftsmen is almost as much fun as visiting the store. It's at...read more

In North Carolina, all liquor and spirits other than beer and wine are sold at package stores by the name of ABC Stores. Beer and wine are sold at grocery...read more

Anchorage Marina is located on Silver Lake Harbor across the street from The Anchorage Inn. The marina offers transient dockage with electric, water,...read more

Anchorage Marina is located on Silver Lake Harbor across the street from The Anchorage Inn. The...read more

Beach Outfitters rents bikes, beach equipment, cottage needs, baby gear and other convenience items too cumbersome to pack. Their bikes come in three...read more