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2026 Morehead City Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Oceanfront top-floor condo with panorami...

New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.The beach is calling and you must go! This oceanfront, top-floor condo offers an unbeatable location steps away from the beach! When you book this splendid and completely...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
The Nautilus, Oceanfront house in Emeral...

Welcome to The Nautilus - a spectacular newer constructed, 10-bedroom, 11.5-bath oceanfront getaway in Emerald Isle, designed for memorable coastal gatherings and laid-back luxury. Pet-friendly and thoughtfully crafted for entertaining, this...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...

Shangri La, Oceanside House in Emerald I...

Feel your very own "Shangri La" at this definitely handsome location where life approaches perfection when you vacation here! This home is an Oceanside getaway with 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, Ground Level Game Room & Den with Pool Table, Bonus Space...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

Game on Escape Rooms offers physical adventure games in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints and strategy to complete the objectives at hand. These experiences are great for ages 10 and up. Two different escape...

Resembling a cross between a train depot and a mariner's port, The History Place is certainly an excellent first stop for anyone who wants to learn a little more about the fascinating inland and barrier island history that is found in abundance...

Morehead City's Jaycee Park is easily one of the most scenic parks along the Crystal Coast, and perhaps the region's busiest park in the summer season. Located adjacent to the waterfront, with wide open views of the Bogue Sound and neighboring...

Locally inspired Coffee combined with Family Friendly Play. We’re a high-end town “hub” where everyone is welcome. But first, coffee! We’ll be serving locally inspired signature drinks like the Atlantic, a toffee crunch...

Visitors and locals of all ages can find miles of fun at the Morehead City Recreation Center. This complex of activities and attractions in the heart of town features ample ways to have a ball while experiencing everything the town of Morehead City...

The Morehead City Sports Complex is one of the largest destinations for active Morehead City locals and visitors who want to enjoy a little competition or easy-going fun off the sand. The 27.7 acre complex features a wealth of facilities designed...

Let the kids enjoy a day off the beach while still having a blast with a visit to Morehead City’s Shevans Park. Found within a city block that’s just west of the heart of the downtown area, this kid-friendly park has plenty of room to...

Sunfish • Fishing • Kayaks * Beachcats • Pedal Kayaks • Small Sailboats • SUPs • Surfboards • Gear • Advice • Friendly ServiceTrusty Watersports is a locally owned and operated kayak and sailboat shop. We...

Though the Webb Memorial Library and Civic Center is a historical destination in its own right, this spacious and engaging library is also an entertaining destination for young and adult visitors alike. Featuring a wealth of special programs...