TOWN OF MANTEO

Founded in 1899, Manteo has the feel of a much older town. Perhaps it is the prevalence of Elizabethan and Old World buildings that line the town's quiet streets. The restored waterfront is a hub of retail activity, while across the harbor, the Roanoke Island Festival Park hosts dozens of cultural events and activities year-round. The nearby Lost Colony the first outdoor drama in the US brings about 1,100 visitors each night through Manteo, filling restaurants and shops up until show time. The majestic Elizabethan Gardens are also on the island.