Outer Banks Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Outer Banks, USA
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Cape Hatteras National Park RoadCape Hatteras National Park Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959, USA
Start at the Whalebone Junction Information Center lot on Cape Hatteras National Park Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959, heading south on NC-12 toward Hatteras. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated and staff won’t have tour info. Audio auto-starts—check email/text for setup and download.
End point
- 59200 Museum Dr, Hatteras, NC 27943, USA
Operating hours
- 10/11/2023 - 09/30/2027
Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Itinerary
1
Whalebone Junction Information Center - Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Bodie Island Lighthouse
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Oregon Inlet
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Herbert C. Bonner Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Oregon Inlet Life Saving Station
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Pea Island Beach
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Jughandle Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site and Museum
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
The Mother Vine
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
11
Kite Point
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
12
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
13
Cape Point
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
14
Hatteras
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
15
Teach's Lair Marina
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
16
Hatteras Ferry Terminal
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
17
WWII British Sailor Cemetery
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
18
Jockey's Ridge State Park
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
19
Wright Brothers National Memorial
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
20
Avalon Pier
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
21
Wright Brothers Garage Monument
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
22
Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
23
Duck Town Park Boardwalk
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
24
Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
25
Corolla
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
26
Currituck Beach Lighthouse
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
27
Whalehead Club
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- NOTE: An entrance fee or valid park pass is required to visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Please check current entry requirements before your visit.
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
- The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 36 reviews
That it is very informative with little known facts and it takes you to all the must see attractions along your route. Loved it!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Rebecca, thank you for taking my Outer Banks GPS driving audio tour. I’m so glad you found it informative, enjoyed the little-known facts, and loved how it guided you to the must-see attractions along the route. I really appreciate you calling it a must-have for sightseeing, and I hope you’ll try another coastal driving audio tour with me soon. Happy exploring!
The app was very hard to follow and not senior users friendly
I would recommend it to the the new generation
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Steve, it looks like you were able to download my app (not Viator app) and use the password to access the tour. The tour is not available inside the Viator app as I clarified during the chat. Were you ultimately able to take the tour?
Very difficult to coordinate trip on call phone. I was driving and had to switch with another passenger to operate cell phone. Took 30 minutes before I was able to get the route to appear on my cell phone. Was unable to get the trip map on the cars screen
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Hi Steve, sorry to hear you found the tour tricky to use. It’s essential to start from the designated start point mentioned in the instructions—once you’re there, the tour should automatically trigger as long as you follow the route and the speed limit. Since it’s a GPS-based tour, staying on the path ensures the audio plays smoothly within its trigger radius. Currently, the app doesn’t support CarPlay, but you can always connect to your car stereo to enjoy the audio while driving. If you need help, my support team is available from 9 am to 6 pm EST and happy to assist!
Great experience, very informational. The south-side tour isn’t as busy as the north-side tour, but it’s a lot of history to listen to while you drive the long stretches of the barrier island. The north side tour (kitty hawk, duck, corolla was a lot to look at and places to stop. 10/10!! 5stars!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Hillary, I’m thrilled you loved my Outer Banks Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. The blend of history on the south side and the vibrant stops on the north side make it unique, and I’m glad you enjoyed both. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
Wav-very informative and enjoyable once the app took the provided passcode. Would recommend this to anyone that hasn’t ever visited the Outer Banks before.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Diana, I’m so glad you found my Outer Banks Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour informative and enjoyable once you got the passcode working! For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
The history of each area was great. A great experience. Will happily recommend this product. Very easy to use.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thanks for recommending my Outer Banks Tour, Salley! I’m glad you enjoyed it and found my app easy to use. I have over 150+ Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tours to choose from, so if you're looking for more adventures, check them out. I look forward to accompanying you on your next journey!
Very informational. Perfect if driving the speed limit. Had a little trouble getting it started but worked well once we figured it out. Liked that you could see restaurants along the route.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thanks for the great review, Connie! I'm glad you found my Outer Banks Audio Tour informative and helpful, especially with those restaurant suggestions. It's lovely that everything worked smoothly after getting started. If you want more adventures, don't forget to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 more self-guided adventures.
Better experience (less frustrating) if you leave from the starting point. The audio did cut out but that was because the phone dropped service. Very educational.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Hey Lasharnda, thanks for the kudos! I'm glad you enjoyed the education on the go with my Outer Banks Audio Tour. Remember, if wanderlust hits again, my Action+ Tour Bundle is ready to roll with you. It's loaded with over 100 self-guided tours to feed your brain and your travel bug.
Could not use the app. It would not download. It kept bringing us to the starting point. Would like my money back.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Claudette, I'm sorry to hear the app gave you a tough time and wasn't cooperating. I hope it didn't put too much of a damper on your Outer Banks experience. If you'd tapped that help button in the app, we could've jumped in to assist. So that you know, we've already processed your refund. If you're up for giving us another chance, we've got a whole library of tours we'd love to get right for you next time. Thanks for your patience, and take care!
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