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R OANOKE I SLAND F ESTIVAL P ARK
SU G G E S T E D G RO U P T O U R I T I N E R A RY
Start your tour at one of the largest attractions on the Outer Banks - just 5 miles from Nags Head. This vibrant educational, history and
cultural arts complex is a lively center of activity daily from March - December 31 - 9a.m. to 5p.m. and includes several educational
venues. Group rates (10 or more) are $3.75 students and $6.00 adults (2 complimentary tickets per bus). Prices as of Dec 30, 2010.
The centerpiece of the 25-acre island park, across from the Manteo NC waterfront, is the Elizabeth II,
a representation of one of the seven English ships from the Roanoke Voyage of 1585. Climb aboard and help
set the sails, plot your course and swab the decks!
The American Indian Town features opportunities for guests to learn about the vital and vibrant
culture, heritage, and traditions of the American Indians in our region. It includes a wide variety of true-toscale structures, role-play environments, and places to explore, plant, dance, build and play.
Live the life of a 16th century settler in the Settlement Site. Step into the lives of these
soldiers and sailors by practicing traditional woodworking, playing Elizabethan era games,
and watching the blacksmith fashion his 16th century wares. There is also opportunity to look
through the settlement’s tents and supplies and try on armor like a real 16th century English
soldier or try a straw and feather bed.
Travel through over four hundred years of history while exploring the Roanoke
Adventure Museum. In this interactive museum, guests will experience the history of
Roanoke Island and the Outer Banks, beginning with the time of the Roanoke Voyages. It’s an up close and
hands on glimpse into the region’s vibrant past, allowing visitors to see, hear, and feel the journey of historyfrom boat building to shipwrecks; from pirates to lighthouse keepers; from the Lost Colony to the Freedmen’s
Colony; from the Civil War to the early 1900’s.
The Legend of Two-Path film recounts the Roanoke story from a different perspective that of the American Indians living here with the English first arrived.
Art and creativity is also a focal point at Roanoke Island Festival Park. In the Art Gallery,
artists of all different types have the opportunity to showcase their work in art shows. Past art
shows have featured fiber, clay, wood, metal, paint, pencil, pastel, photography, stone, mixed
media, and much more.
Additional programming includes the Roanoke Island Festival Park Performance
Series. Some of North Carolina’s best young talent performs offering year round music, dance,
drama, opera and children shows for the community and visitors to enjoy. Visit our Web site at
roanokeisland.com for current schedules.
Experience the serene nature surrounding the park while strolling on the Boardwalk. Skirting one side
of the park, the gentle walk promises a world of vibrant green flora and water views. A Picnic Area is available
and a Fossil Pit.
Every explorer needs a treasure to take home. After making discoveries throughout the park, be sure to stop
by the Museum Store for a unique treasure of your adventures.
roanokeisland.com • (252) 475-1500
Group Tour Specialist - Gilda Bowser-Ford Ext 253 gilda.ford@ncdcr.gov
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R E S TAU R A N T
I N F O R M AT I O N
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Big Al’s Soda Fountain and Grill (252) 473-5570
Hatchell’s (box only-Judy or Deb) 252-473-2977
Hungry Pelican (box only) (252) 473-9441
Poor Richard’s (box only) (252) 473-3333
Magnolia Grill (box only) (252) 475- 9787
Full Moon Café (box only) (252) 473-6666
GROUP TOUR
I N S T RU C T I O N S
NAGS HEAD
Basnight’s Lone Cedar (252) 441- 5405
Kentucky Fried Chicken (252) 441-3028
Plan to arrive 15 minutes early - If you have scheduled a guided Dunes Restaurant (252) 441-1600
Kelly’s (252) 441-4116
tour, the time you schedule with us is when your tour begins, not
the arrival time. Upon arrival, the bus should stop at the entrance to KILL DEVIL HILLS
the Visitor Center. A member of our educational staff will greet the
Port O. Call Restaurant (252) 441-7484
group, if a guided tour, and direct the bus driver to our ample free
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bus parking area. While the group is unloading, the tour leader
should come inside of the Visitor Center with the confirmation letter.
It is important that you contact us if your group is running ahead,
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or behind schedule, in order that time adjustments can be made.
Elizabethan Inn (252) 473-2101
We want you to have the best experience possible.
Duke of Dare Motor Lodge (252) 473-2175
Dividing your group into smaller groups - If your group is over Dare Haven Motel (252) 473-2322
50 people, it will be necessary to divide into smaller groups, prior to
arrival. For student tours, we suggest 1 chaperone per 10 students. NAGS HEAD • KILL DEVIL HILLS • KITTY HAWK
Comfort Inn South (252) 441-6315
Wear appropriate clothing - much of your tour will be outside Comfort Inn North (252) 441-6333
and involves gentle walking. We suggest comfortable shoes and
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clothing appropriate to the season.
Ramada Plaza (252) 441-2151
Picnic lunches are welcomed - our vast lawn, or picnic tables, Best Western Ocean Reef (252) 441-1611
Day Inn Mariner (252) 441-2021
make a perfect venue.
Days Inn Oceanfront (252) 441-7211
Allow approximately 31/2 to 4 hours to complete your tour,
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which may include the following venues.
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1. The Elizabeth II , representative 16th century sailing ship 30 minutes
2. American Indian Town - 30 minutes
3. Settlement Site - 30 minutes
4. Roanoke Adventure Museum - 30 minutes
5. The Legend of Two-Path film - 55 minutes’ (optional)
6. Fossil Search and Museum Store - 30 minutes
A C C O M O DAT I O N S
roanokeisland.com • (252) 475-1500
Group Tour Specialist - Gilda Bowser-Ford Ext 253 gilda.ford@ncdcr.gov