Top Things to do in Oregon Coast
Top Hotels in Oregon Coast
- 1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seaside-Convention Center, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Hallmark Resort
- 3. Inn at Cannon Beach
- 4. Bandon Inn
- 5. The Whaler
- 6. Salishan Coastal Lodge
- 7. Best Western Salbasgeon Inn & Suites of Reedsport
- 8. Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel
- 9. Beachfront Manor Hotel
- 10. The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
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10 Museums in Oregon Coast That You Shouldn't Miss
The Southern Oregon coast is home to isolated beaches, rugged cliffs with breathtaking views of the Pacific and quaint seaside towns. If you stay in the Bay Area, go whale watching at Coos Bay or explore the region on a bike or a hike along the coastline. Antique shoppers will want to explore old town Bandon while golfers hit the links at the world-renowned Bandon Dunes golf course. And don’t forget to bring your fishing gear – you’ll want to cast for salmon and other Pacific Northwest fish at Gold Beach, one of the region’s top fishing spots.
The Central Oregon Coast is a great place for fishing, clamming, hiking, golfing and other outdoor activities. Take the kids and visit the Sea Lion Caves near Florence, the world’s largest. Head up to Newport for a view of the state’s second-tallest lighthouse and shopping in this seaside town popular with vacationers for the last century. Go fly a kite on the beach in Lincoln City, kite capital of the world.
The Northern Oregon Coast offers a relaxing way to enjoy the region. A stay in the scenic town of Astoria on the Washington border will allow you to explore the western edge of the Lewis and Clark trail, with views of the Columbia River and the Pacific. Walk the sandy beaches in Seaside and Cannon Beach and then grab saltwater taffy and other treats while shopping these seaside towns.
Restaurants in Oregon Coast
1. Art Accelerated
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Small non-profit art gallery in downtown Tillamook. Free events: ArtWalk 4th Saturday of the month 1-3 pm and Open Mic 3rd Saturday 6:30-8 @ YoTime, 312 Main Avenue. Also holds workshops in arts for low cost.
2. Alderhouse Glass Blowers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By californiagirl26 - Los Angeles, United States
Been coming here for over thirty years. Getting to watch a glass artist painstakingly create a work of art never gets old. Beautiful pieces to buy in a gorgeous setting. Nice stop along with Mossy Creek Pottery.
3. Lincoln City Glass Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By Amorrah - Eugene, United States
Had a great time !! Fun place to visit and make your own creations !! I would absolutely recommend giving it a shot !
4. Washed Ashore - Gallery & Workshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
We are a non-profit community art project who's mission is to build and exhibit aesthetically powerful art to educate a global audience about plastic pollution in oceans and waterways and spark positive changes in consumer habits.
Reviewed By legsbell - Martinez, United States
This is a must visit if you care about the health of our oceans. They provide a great education regarding the polluting of our beaches and the negative impact on sea life, The sculptures are amazing, made from trash picked up at beaches
5. Seaside Inverted Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
A one-of-kind photo adventure with a vintage Seaside theme! All props are upside down (inverted) and hung from the ceiling, allowing for a fun interactive photo opportunity! Use your smartphone or ours, with the help of our staff take the best, fun pose in the scene of your choice, then invert it and you're now upside down!
Reviewed By 803triciaj
We had a great time. Even my teenage son who hates having pictures taken of him was enjoying the experience. They did a great job during the photo shoot. Even after they went above and beyond to help us get a picture. I highly recommend
6. Columbia River Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,769 reviews
The Columbia River Maritime Museum tells the dramatic and inspiring stories of a mighty river, a vast ocean, and the generations of people who have made their living plying the waters of the region. The Museum is home to the largest collection of maritime artifacts in the Pacific Northwest (over 20,000 pieces in all), as well as a 19,000+ volume research library and more than 30,000 photographs. In addition to permanent and rotating exhibits, the campus includes a lightship, 3D movie theater, gift shop and the Barbey Maritime Center. Classes, workshops, demonstrations, lectures and other educational programs are offered regularly.
Reviewed By C5865LBmaryl - Dodgeville, United States
The museum has so much to explore about the fishing industry, canneries, coast guard rescues, etc. the museum fee also includes touring the light ship Columbia. Spent nearly two hours.
7. Hatfield Marine Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 697 reviews
A series of informative exhibits at the Hatfield Marine Science Center gives visitors a glimpse of hot topics in contemporary marine science research.
Reviewed By travelgirlmel - Hillsboro, United States
Learned a lot fun! Great for people of all ages and is free which is a nice bonus they do ask for donations which makes sense
8. Tillamook County Pioneer Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Focus is to preserve and interpret the environmental and human history of Tillamook County. Many local artifacts and library with over 3,000 volumes, many devoted to genealogy.
Reviewed By lorrid248 - Rockaway Beach, United States
Such a great museum for such a little town. Something for everyone. In addition to museum artifacts there is an extended display of taxidermy.
9. Flavel House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 569 reviews
A historical Victorian home turned museum.
Reviewed By rshaneel - Malibu, United States
This is definitely a must do when visiting this charming town. First of all it’s affordable T $6 pp. It is full of history and if your into history you will enjoy and able to appreciate this beautiful house. I am happy that they included the 5 minute or so visit to explain the history of the house before you enter. The house itself is maintained beautifully and I they have little bits of info to read to help you understand of what we are seeing. Staff Vicki was very informative and helpful with our questions.
