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Afternoon: Check In + Coastal Strolls
Make the Tranquil House Inn your home base—waterfront views, walkable to everything downtown, and the perfect pace for a long weekend. After check-in, wander the harbor, browse local shops, and ease into island time.
Pop into Downtown Books for a locally inspired read or a last-minute gift—there’s something special about starting a new year with a fresh story in hand.
Happy Hour: Harbor Views
As the sun dips, head to 1587 Restaurant & Lounge for cocktails with a view. It’s an easy, elegant way to toast the start of your stay.
Dinner: A Taste of Downtown
Choose your flavor of Manteo:
Finish the night with a quiet walk along the waterfront—downtown Manteo shines after dark.
Morning: Coffee, Kites & Curiosity
Start the day exploring downtown at an easy pace. Swing by Kitty Hawk Kites to browse Outer Banks–inspired gear and souvenirs—perfect for a reminder of your coastal New Year.
Lunch: Casual & Classic
Grab lunch at Poor Richard’s Sandwich Shop, Olives Greek Kitchen, or Lost Colony Tavern—all right in the heart of downtown and just steps from your next stop.
Midday: Distilled on the OBX
Stop into Outer Banks Distilling for an immersive experience that includes Kill Devil Rum tastings, handcrafted cocktails at the Wheel House Lounge, and a guided look at the award-winning rum-making process. Be sure to pick up a bottle to take home.
Evening: New Year’s Eve Celebration
Downtown Manteo comes alive for the Town of Manteo’s New Year’s Eve event, featuring community fun, family-friendly energy, fireworks and a festive countdown by the waterfront. It’s a celebration that feels local, welcoming, and unmistakably Manteo.
Morning: Fresh Start on the Waterfront
Sleep in, then enjoy a slow morning with harbor views. Grab coffee and take a reflective walk along the boardwalk—there’s something grounding about Manteo on New Year’s morning.
Midday: The OBX Way’s 3rd Annual Bottle Hunt
Kick off the year with the OBX Way’s 3rd Annual Bottle Hunt on January 1. This year’s hunt is inspired by Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Life-Saving Station, blending history, adventure, and community storytelling. It’s a uniquely Outer Banks way to start the year—equal parts fun and meaningful.
Afternoon: One Last Browse & Bite
Before heading home, return to downtown for a keepsake or enjoy one final meal downtown—because Manteo is the kind of place you never want to leave hungry.
This New Year, don’t just make resolutions—make memories.
This sponsored New Year’s Eve itinerary is made possible by the generous support of Kellogg Supply Co, the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, and our community partners.
