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The 10 Best Free Things to do in Newport, Oregon (OR)
With its ideal location on the magnificently rugged Oregon Coast, the entire city of Newport is a natural observatory that offers a number of fun and educational activities for the whole family. Spend the morning exploring tide pools, combing the beach for fossils and spotting marine life in their natural habitats. Then head over to the Oregon Coast Aquarium where you can pet an octopus and walk through a glass tunnel surrounded by sharks. Newport is also home to two lighthouses, one of which is the tallest on the Oregon Coast. Historic Nye Beach, with its colorful cottages and laid-back atmosphere, is the perfect spot for a picnic and a quick rest from all the sightseeing.
Restaurants in Newport
1. The Kite Company
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Explore361752
the owner is a long time kite pro. he spent an hour with me in the shop giving free flyting tips and discussing places to fly, made me a custom set of lines. great selection of pretty much any kind of kite and really great prices. i asked if i could pay for some private lessons, and he said he doesnt charge for lessons. just loves anything kites. definitely will be going back. he also does repairs.
2. Hatfield Marine Science Center
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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
3. Nye Beach
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4.5 based on 887 reviews
Historic beach along the Oregon Coast that has been a favorite recreational area for more than 100 years.
Reviewed By 944laurieg - Portland, United States
My favorite beach due to the small town feel. Beautiful beach, interesting shops, restaurants with excellent food. Historic bayfront just across the highway (101).
4. Yaquina Bay Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 1,210 reviews
Nineteenth-century lighthouse is one of a few on the Pacific coast that was built with the light-keeper's quarters in the same building.
Reviewed By JimHNewport_Oregon - Port Ludlow, United States
The best educational lighthouse on the Oregon coast....Bring the kiddos...they'll learn a bunch....and you'll be surprised at how well this is presented...the "man-made" tide pools a bit of a disappointment....an example of why you should not try to duplicate Mother Nature>
5. Fishermen's Memorial Sanctuary
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Monument located in Yaquina Bay State Park that memorializes mariners who lost their lives at sea.
Reviewed By richardmJ5084ZK - Boise, United States
This place is a tribute to all those who lost their lives at sea. Personal effects, photographs and artifacts are placed here and the place is revered. Brings home the heartfelt emotions for those that have lost loved ones to the sea.
6. Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area
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4.5 based on 1,036 reviews
Reviewed By 007DAWG - Renton, United States
It's a nice simple little recreational area that doesn't really require a lot of walking. The views are spectacular, we were there on a nice sunny day and the waves crashing were impressive, can only imagine how incredible it would be on an a stormy day with a major tidal surge. Definitely make this stop!
7. Lost Creek State Park
8. Quilter's Cove
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
9. Newport's Historic Bayfront
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4.5 based on 1,441 reviews
Reviewed By kimjA8105DQ - Eddyville, United States
Lovely scenery, loads of good restaurants, seals, fishing boats, salt air, lots of shops and a boardwalk you can sit and watch the boats coming in and going and see the bridge which is an amazing view.
10. Don & Ann Davis Park
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Explore721008
Nice walk along top of bluff, seating to watch the waves, easy access down a paved path to the beach.
