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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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)
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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)
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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
Rapid Rescue Edu, Llc
Providing quality first aid, CPR, AED, pediatric ADU, basic life support, Advanced Cardiovascular life support
605 SW Hurbert Street Suite 101Newport, OR
(360) 421-6268
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Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital provides health care for residents and tourists throughout a 270-square-mile area in Lincoln County. This area includes the communities of Newport, Waldport, Toledo, Depoe Bay and Yachats.
930 SW Abbey StNewport, OR
(541) 265-2244
Central Coast
Walgreens
Retail Drug Store
27 S Coast HighwayNewport, OR
(541) 574-4405
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Yaquina Bay Lighthouse
Yaquina Bay lighthouse was built in 1871, but is no longer in use today. Due to this, a few ghost stories have been told about this particular lighthouse. Visitors can tour the lighthouse itself, as well as a gift shop...
Newport, OR541-265-5679
Central Coast
Marine Discovery Tours
Marine Discovery Tours offers Whale Watching and Sea Life Cruises daily from March through October. Visitors can look for everything from grey whales to tiny plankton while aboard the largest cruiser on the Coast, the 65′ Discovery.
345 SW Bay BlvdNewport, OR
541-265-6200
Email us (Captain[at]MarineDiscovery[dot]com)
Central Coast
Home Medical Equipment & Supplies
A Durable Medical Equipment (DME) company that is devoted to your healthcare needs. Based in Newport, Oregon and with distribution nationwide, your #1 choice for an accredited DME provider. Dedicated to a positive customer service experience and will help YOU...
1460 N Coast HwyNewport, OR
(541) 265-5581
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Newport Physical Therapy
Newport PT is located in the Bridgeview Building just a few blocks north of the Yaquina Bay Bridge. The staff at Newport PT are a group of professionals who love where they live, love where they work, and are extremely...
1010 SW Coast Hwy Suite 102Newport, OR
(541) 265-4252
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Abelia Salon
Abelia Salon is a sustainable and cruelty-free salon focusing on relaxation, healthy hair, color, and facials.
1688 North Coast HighwayNewport, OR
541-265-6868
Email us (hello[at]abeliasalon[dot]com)