Newport, OR Attractions

The Devil's Punch Bowl State Park is located north of Newport. The park features a hollow rock formation that makes a roaring sound when waves enter it at high tide. The area is also a popular whale watching and picnic area.

The Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport is a research facility operated by the Oregon State University. It has a visitor's center with aquariums and exhibits about marine research.

The Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport has more than 200 species of sea life including sharks and rays in indoor and outdoor exhibits.

The Oregon Coast History Center in Newport is comprised of two buildings, a log cabin and the 1895 Victorian Burrows House. The log cabin features American Indian artifacts, pioneer agricultural equipment, logging and maritime exhibits. The house features period clothing, furniture, and related exhibits.

The Ripley's Believe It or Not museum in Newport features odd and unusual items and occurrences.

The Undersea Gardens in Newport displays marine life in their natural habitat through large underwater windows. The center also presents scuba diving shows.

The Visual Art Center is located at the Nye Beach Turnaround in Newport. It features a variety of art works including paintings and photographs. One area of the gallery is dedicated to experimental artists in the northwest region.

The Wax Works in Newport has wax figures including some that are animated. It also features a film about the 1980 eruption of Mount St Helens.

The Yaquina Bay State Park is located at the north end of Yaquina Bay in Newport. The park is home to the restored 1871 Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, one of the first navigational aids on the Pacific Northwest coast. The interior features period furnishings.

Cape Kiwanda State Park is located just north of Pacific City and is part of the Three Capes Scenic Route. The dunes and rocks off shore from the beach make this park an interesting stop.

Depoe Bay (pop. 1,175) is located on the Pacific coast. The area offers some of the best whale watching on the Oregon coast. One feature of note in the town is the lava tubes which, when struck by waves, form water spouts, known as spouting horns, which blow water into the air.

Gleneden Beach is located on the Oregon coast just south of Lincoln City. The town is a popular tourist destination.

Lincoln City (pop. 7,400) is located on Oregon's west coast. It is a popular tourist destination and retirement area. As well as the coastal beaches the town also has access to a fresh water lake.

The North Lincoln County Historical Museum in Lincoln City features displays related to the history of the town, North American Indians featuring beads and basketwork, and pioneer life with homesteading displays. The upstairs exhibits focus on tourism, age of the automobile, and businesses like the Pixie Kitchen.

Pacific City (pop. 1000) is a small community on the Oregon coast located just north of Lincoln City and south of Tillamook. Nearby attractions make this town a popular tourist stop.

The Seal Rock State Recreation Site is home to seals, sea lions, birds and other marine life. Unique tidal pools, beaches and off shore rock formations make this area an interesting stop.

Waldport (pop. 2,000) is located on the Pacific coast of Oregon. It is a popular fishing and outdoor recreational spot. The coastline varies from jagged rock formations to beaches. The town is close to state parks and recreation areas making it an excellent base for hiking, clamming, and crabbing.