Newport, Oregon

The visitors center showcases a large assortment of exhibits, some with live marine animals and others with educational displays about weather, ocean resource management, fishing, tidepool creatures, and other ocean-related topics. Go on a tour of the Hatfield Marine Science Center which offers many public programs and is open all year round, and admission cost is through donation.

Address: 2030 SE Marine Science Drive Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 541-867-0100

Open to the public all year round for general access as well as camping, South Beach State Park covers approximately 500 acres of land and has many facilities to please visitors. Go hiking, access different viewpoints, wildlife watching, biking and fishing on your trip. There is also beach access, kayak launching, and hot showers.

Address: 5580 SW Coast Hwy, Newport, OR 97366, Phone: 800-551-6949

Overlooking the mouth of the Yaquina Bay and its merging with the Pacific Ocean, the Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site was given to Oregon State by the U.S. Lighthouse Service in two sections, the first in 1934 and the last in 1971.

Address: Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 800-551-6949

Depending on the time of year, guests to the Newport Farmer's Market will either find the summer market or the winter market, both specializing in various fruits, vegetables, and other items that are primarily seasonal. One of the best ways to feel like a local while visiting Newport is to spend a Saturday morning at the Newport Farmer’s Market and enjoy all the local community has to offer.

Address: P.O. Box 1633, Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 541-961-8236

If you are traveling with kids:

The Newport Historic Bayfront has been entertaining visitors and locals alike for generations, and there are a few specific things that are considered a must-see when in the area.

Address: 250-300 SW Bay Blvd, Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 401-845-5300

Presented as a living classroom for nearly all learning styles and ages, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is one of Oregon’s top tourist attractions and is visited annually by over 440,000 guests on average. The aquarium showcases some very special exhibits, such as their Passages of the Deep tunnel, which takes guests through a large exhibit containing sharks, rays, rockfish, and more.

Address: 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 541-867-3474

Activities and Attractions for Couples:

Known as a center that celebrates history and diverse culture while focusing on scientifically researching the ocean, the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center is located in an historic Bayfront building that was purchased in 2004 by the Lincoln County Historical Society.Many of the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center’s exhibits tell the stories of folks who live and work on sea, on land, and along local rivers and other waterways.

Address: 333 SE Bay Blvd Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 541-265-7509

Featuring Oregon’s tallest lighthouse and much more, the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area is aptly named considering the range of adventure that can be had inside the area. The natural area is a piece of land that extends for a mile from the rest of the coast toward the ocean, a detail which makes it particularly important to have a bright light atop the 93-foot tall lighthouse, which has been in service since August 20th, 1873. There is also an interpretive learning center that showcases exhibits on marine life, sea birds, and human history within the area. The interpretive center can be explored during any open hours, but to visit the lighthouse guests must participate in a park ranger-led tour.

750 NW Lighthouse Dr Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 541-574-3100

Head to the beach in the 135-acre Beverly Beach State Park, a local treasure that remains popular for a variety of reasons. With the appropriate weather, guests may find kites flying, sand castles being built, and surfers enjoying the waves of the North Beach, while other guests search for fossils on the South Beach. Near the beach itself lies the campground, fully equipped with a visitors center that offers campsite registration and firewood purchase, and a large variety of campsite and RV hookup stations to suit the needs of any visitor.

Address: 198 NE 123rd St Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 800-551-6949

The modern-day Burrows House now stands as a museum, however this Queen Anne Victorian style building has not always been an establishment focused on educating the public.

Address: 545 SW 9th Street Newport, OR 97365, Phone: 541-265-7509