Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$100.00Fees charged for commercial vehicles with a capacity of over 26 individuals.
NC
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Hours
Open daily · 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Fee
$10.00
Entrance - Per Person
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Wright Brothers National Memorial at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Historic grounds and interpretive exhibits at Wright Brothers National Memorial
- Nearby city
- Kill Devil Hills, NC
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About Wright Brothers National Memorial
Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903. With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever.
Weather Information
Weather on the Outer Banks varies seasonally and daily.
- Summer
can be very hot and sunny (wear sunscreen and drink water), while winters can be cold and wet.
High winds are always a possibility any time of the year. It is not uncommon for a brief winter snow each year. Being on a barrier island, the memorial is susceptible to storm impacts, including hurricanes in the summer and nor'easters in the winter. No matter what time of year you visit, dress for the weather, and be ready for wind!
Entrance Fees
Commercial Entrance - Van
$40.00A flat fee for all Van/ Small Bus with a seating capacity of 7-16 passengers
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$40.00Fee is charged for any commercial vehicle with a capacity of 16-25 individuals.
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$25.00$25 plus $7 per person. Sedans have a capacity of 1-6 people.
Entrance - Per Person
$10.00Fee is charged per-person, NOT per vehicle. Ages 15 and younger are free of charge.
Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
FreeStructured educational visits that serve a curriculum need for a class may apply for a waiver for entrance fees in advance.
Operating Hours
Hours of Operation
These are the times the park grounds and visitor center are open for visitors.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$35.00Admits the passholder and up to 3 additional individuals ages 16 and up.
Common questions
Planning Wright Brothers National Memorial
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Wright Brothers National Memorial. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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