Newport could really only exist on the Oregon Coast. Few communities embody the offbeat vibe of the Coast better, and Newport’s unconventional attractions, lighthouses, and aesthetic make it immensely memorable.
Bordering on both the Pacific Ocean and the large Yaquina Bay, Newport is so many things combined into one remarkable place. An active working waterfront, the Historical Bayfront area is home to one of Oregon’s largest commercial fishing fleets. It is also an intriguing cultural district, with shops, art galleries, chowder houses, and restaurants right next to fish processing plants and historic buildings. A second distinct area of town, Nye Beach, was the number one attraction on the Coast during the early 1900s, and is still a popular haven for the arts.
Newport has not one but two lighthouses — the original lighthouse on Yaquina Bay, and a second lighthouse built in the late 1800s on Yaquina Head, north of town. At 93 feet tall, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse is the tallest active lighthouse in Oregon. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is world class and grants passage to mesmerizing turquoise tunnels and large tanks filled with colorful fish, sharks, and even stranger creatures. Not to be outdone on striking landmarks, the Yaquina Bay Bridge is an iconic, art-deco arch bridge on Highway 101 that spans the bay.
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Central Coast
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Take a deep dive into marine science at one of the nation’s top aquariums. An icon of Newport, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is a public aquatic and marine science exhibition facility offering educational programs. Exhibits showcase seabirds, marine mammals, fishes,...
2820 SE Ferry Slip RoadNewport, OR
541-867-3474
Email us (info[at]aquarium[dot]org)
Central Coast
Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
Jutting into the Pacific Ocean, this harsh, unforgiving environment hosts many forms of life. Harbor seals and whales are visible offshore year-round. In spring and summer, thousands of seabirds flock to the near-shore islands to breed and raise their young....
750 NW Lighthouse Dr.Newport, OR
541-574-3100
Email us (blm_or_no_yhona_comments[at]blm[dot]gov)
Central Coast
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1948, the Newport Chamber is a non-profit organization of more than 500 local businesses, organizations, and individuals. Their mission is to unite the efforts of the citizens in promoting the civic, commercial, agricultural, tourism, marine and industrial welfare...
555 SW Coast Hwy.Newport, OR
541-265-8801
Email us (info[at]newportchamber[dot]org)
Central Coast
Newport Ace Hardware And Outdoor
Hardware and outdoor retail.
2340 N Coast HWYNewport, OR
(541) 272-5440
Email us (customerservice[at]newportace[dot]com)
Central Coast
Lost Creek State Recreation Site
Lost Creek State Park is located seven miles south of Newport, Oregon. The park is developed for picnicking and beach access. Great for beachcombing, whale watching and incredible sunsets.
Newport, OR541-867-7451
Central Coast
Painter’s Guide Service
Guide for Steelhead/Salmon $225 per person Drift Boat trips in my 2016 18′ Clackacraft Sled trips in 2015 20’ Alumaweld Edge Rods by Gary Loomis Pro Staff
4385 Yaquina Bay RdNewport, OR
(541) 270-1446
Email us (kpainter33704[at]yahoo[dot]com)
Central Coast
Newport Candy Shoppe Ltd.
Enjoy taffy, chocolates and caramel corn all made on site in Newport’s hometown Chocolate Factory and Gift Shop in South Beach. For the ultimate delicious treat, stop by the Newport Candy Shoppe on the SW Bayfront Blvd.
3211 S Coast HwyNewport, OR
(541) 265-2580
Central Coast
Walgreens
Retail Drug Store
27 S Coast HighwayNewport, OR
(541) 574-4405
Central Coast
Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site
Yaquina Bay State Park is located in Newport at the north end of Yaquina Bay near its outlet to the Pacific Ocean. The bluff is forested with spruce and pine, but the real star is the historic lighthouse. The lighthouse...
Newport, OR541-265-5679
Central Coast
Tips N Toes
Offering full service nail care, waxing & facials.
615 SW Hurbert StNewport, OR
(541) 265-3261
Central Coast
America’s Mattress Of Newport
Here at America’s Mattress of Newport, we’ve chosen a wide variety of the best selling mattresses from Serta, the #1 mattress company in America; including Serta’s iComfort, Perfect Sleeper and more! We’re family owned and proudly service 8 locations in...
340 E Olive St.Newport, OR
(541) 265-4047
Email us (info[at]americasmatt[dot]com)