Children's Museums

Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Name: Currituck Beach Lighthouse
Address: 1101 Corolla Village Rd, Corolla, NC 27927, Corolla, NC, US
Telephone: (252) 453-4939
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (6953 reviews)

📍 1101 Corolla Village Rd, Corolla, NC 27927

📞 (252) 453-4939

🌐 obcinc.org/currituck-beach-lighthouse

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–5 PM
Thursday	9 AM–5 PM
Friday	9 AM–5 PM
Saturday	9 AM–5 PM
Sunday	9 AM–5 PM

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About Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Landmark lighthouse with views. Built in 1873, this brick lighthouse with a 220-step staircase offers views, exhibits & a gift shop. Built in 1873, Currituck Beach Lighthouse features a 220-step staircase with multiple rest stops throughout, making it accessible for visitors as young as 4 years old. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,953 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Historic Lighthouse
Best For: Ages 4 and up, all ages
Highlights: Lighthouse climb with breathtaking views, roaming chickens, kids' park, gift shop
Admission: $13 per person; first level free

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️Built in 1873, Currituck Beach Lighthouse features a 220-step staircase with multiple rest stops throughout, making it accessible for visitors as young as 4 years old
⭐The lighthouse is maintained by a nonprofit organization, with admission fees ($13 per person to climb) directly supporting the preservation of the lighthouse and surrounding land
⭐Free-roaming chickens inhabit the lighthouse property, adding an unexpected and distinctive element to the visitor experience
⭐The attraction offers a tiered admission model where the first level is free to view, accommodating visitors with mobility limitations while still providing historical exhibits and water views

💬 What Visitors Say

💬The $13 climbing fee is worth it for the breathtaking views, and the multiple rest stops throughout make the climb manageable for visitors of varying fitness levels. If you can't complete the full climb, the first level is free to explore.
💡Plan to spend time in the gift shop which features curated historical items and vintage photographs related to the lighthouse. It's stocked with unique souvenirs and plays nostalgic oldies music—a charming extension of the historical experience.
💡Bring young children ages 4 and up to enjoy the kids' park on the property and watch the free-roaming chickens, which add a fun interactive element to the visit beyond the lighthouse climb itself.
🕐Visit on cloudy or rainy days without hesitation—reviews confirm that views from the top are excellent regardless of weather conditions, so you won't miss out on the experience.
💬Your $13 admission directly supports the nonprofit organization that maintains the historic lighthouse and surrounding land, making this a meaningful educational investment with transparent community impact.