Shipwreck is a wonderful, family-owned local gift shop. It is a fantastic mom and pop business with great service from very knowledgeable, nice, and friendly owners. The shop offers a huge and best selection of sea-related items. This includes bins and bins of gorgeous, exotic, and unique shells, available individually, bagged, or by the cup. There is also beautiful coral, beach-themed jewelry, unique kids toys, home decor, wind chimes, books, and many other gift items. Prices are very reasonable, with many shells priced under two dollars. The store has a cute collection of bags and accessories for the beach, ensuring there is definitely something for everyone. It is a must-stop and the best store around for anyone on vacation looking for unique items and shells.
This a family tradition for our family, we always stop and get shells and souvenirs.
May 2026
Lots of cute coastal decor like carved seashells, glass ball hanging pendants, and even preserved blowfish that you can hang on the Christmas tree (or elsewhere). Place has a chill vibe, lots of product on the shelves at fairly reasonable prices.
May 2026
Wife and kids are obsessed with this place. Middle tier products (IMO) at lower tier prices. Have to come here every time we visit OBX, even if it means skipping other things. Yeah, that amazing.
