Can't-Miss Things to Do on Your Outer Banks Vacay

10 Portsmouth Village

Portsmouth Village allows you to travel back in time on the Outer Banks. This settlement was established in the 1750s and was once a busy town, with a general store, school, post office, and Methodist Church. It was abandoned in 1971, and today you can take a guided tour or audio tour to learn about the history of this old seaside village. Just be sure to check the ferry schedule carefully. You can only get to Portsmouth Village on a ferry from Ocracoke.