The Little Town That Could

Astoria is gritty, and likes it that way. But that rustic exterior is just a cover for the many enchanting dichotomies you’ll find waiting around the next corner. Here, fisherman are poets, loggers drink espresso, and Main Street welcomes both nouveau gallery and five n’ dime.

For Astoria, it’s about character, and it’s also about characters: the people who call this place home with a passion that borders on evangelical. The skipper who challenges the same mighty river his great grandfather once fished. The artist who migrated here in search of a new palette. The hotelier who resurrected a once-bustling pier.

Astoria is that little town that could, a city of 10,000 people on the Columbia River, just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. Founded 200 years ago at the beginning of Oregon’s North Coast, Astoria has been through boom and bust times more than once, weathering the collapse of both the Columbia River fishery and Oregon timber industry. It has risen once again as a cultural haven, often referred to as “little San Francisco.” Astoria is an old place that is newly hip. Here, Victorian mansions and maritime relics live in harmony with chef-driven restaurants and tattoo parlors.

Once you come here and learn these stories, you’ll want to share them with others, and hope they’ll tell others, too. And, it’s a place to which you’ll want to return, to see what other stories you might have missed.

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High 5 Fishing

92823 Walluski Loop
Astoria, OR

(503) 791-5957
Email us (bigrich[at]diamondheating[dot]net)

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Flavel House Museum

Experience the elegance of the late Victorian period by touring the home of Captain George Flavel. The 1885 Queen Anne home features original Eastlake influenced woodwork, period furnishings, and exotic hardwood fireplace mantels. Begin your tour at the Carriage House...

714 exchange street
Astoria, OR

503-325-2203
Email us (cchs[at]cumtux[dot]org)

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West Coast Artisans

Discover unique gifts and a variety of art at this gallery in Astoria.

160 10th Street
Astoria, OR

(503) 739-3953

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Lewis And Clark National Historical Park

Fort Clatsop commemorates the 1805-06 winter encampment of the 33-member Lewis and Clark Expedition. A 1955 community-built replica of the explorers’ 50’x50′ Fort Clatsop is the focus of the park. The fort, historic canoe landing, and spring are nestled in...

Astoria, OR

503-861 2471

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Bradley State Scenic Viewpoint

This park was one of the first parcels donated as park land to the Oregon Highway Commission in 1922. One of the few rest stops along Highway 30, you’ll find a restroom, monument, and a wondrous Douglas fir forest overlooking...

Astoria, OR

503-861-3170

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Oregon Film Museum

The Oregon Film Museum celebrates the art and legacy of films and film-making in the State of Oregon. Housed in the old Clatsop County Jail, the museum invites visitors to explore these and other films and the production behind making...

732 Duane Street
Astoria, OR

503-325-2203

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Sunset Beach State Recreation Site

Sunset Beach State Recreation Site comes with a very famous past. The park marks the west trailhead of the historic Fort-to-Sea Trail – a 6.5 mile route that recreates the experience Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery encountered...

Astoria, OR

503-861-3170

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Triple C Outfitters

Professionally guided Salmon, Sturgeon & Steelhead fishing based on the Columbia river. 

74734 Good Rd
Astoria, OR

(503) 791-2314
Email us (RHFishKiller[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Liberty Theatre

The Liberty Theatre in downtown Astoria, Oregon, is one of the best examples of the 1920s vaudeville-motion picture palace in the Pacific Northwest.

1203 Commercial Street
Astoria, OR

503-325-5922
Email us (director[at]liberty-theater[dot]org)

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Long Beach Peninsula Visitor Bureau

The Long Beach Peninsula welcomes visitors with all the ingredients of an authentic Northwest coastal experience. Our villages offer great seafood, comfortable lodging, cute shops, colorful festivals, and one-of-a-kind attractions. Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Columbia River and Willapa Bay, nature’s...

3914 Pacific Way
Astoria, OR

360-642-2400
Email us (jane[at]funbeach[dot]com)

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Astoria Fishing Charters and Guide Service

Astoria Fishing Charters offers guided fishing trips with charter fishing for Salmon, Sturgeon, Steelhead, Bottom fishing and crab fishing.

Astoria, OR

503-436-2845
Email us (jeff[at]astoriafishing[dot]com)

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Kris Svensen Fishing

PO Box 274
Astoria, OR

(503) 791-2134
Email us (oregongunners[at]hotmail[dot]com)

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Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce

Physical: 111 West Marine Drive
Astoria, OR
Mail: PO Box 176
Astoria, OR

503-325-6311
Email us (visitors[at]oldoregon[dot]com)

Travel Stories

A Romantic Weekend in Astoria

Dinner and a movie make a classic date night, but there’s nothing like a romantic weekend getaway to rekindle the romance. If you and your sweetie are ready for a change of scenery, look no further than Astoria. With its...
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Fall Wellness Weekend at the Coast

If you’ve ever felt like the ocean has healing powers, you’re not mistaken. The roar of the surf, blue horizon and heart-melting sunsets on the Oregon Coast are a balm for the soul, and sometimes a getaway is just what...
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Where to Find Fresh Produce and Fish on the Oregon Coast

Editor’s note: Note that masks are required at farmers markets and in indoor public spaces in Oregon. Check business hours and protocols before visiting. As the warm season settles in at the Oregon Coast, balmy weather sets the scene for...
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How to Support Oregon Coast Businesses From Home

In this time of social distancing, Oregon Coast businesses are doing all they can to keep everyone safe. In some cases, that’s meant temporarily closing their doors; in other cases, it’s meant changing the way that they do business. To...
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Visit the Oregon Coast Virtually

Thank you for honoring Governor Kate Brown’s executive order to stay at home to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus. It’s the best way to keep you and our coastal communities safe. When this outbreak has passed, we’ll be...
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Starring the Oregon Coast

With the call to stay home during the COVID-19 outbreak, you may find yourself missing the Oregon Coast’s salt-licked air and windswept vistas. You’ve also likely found yourself with a shrinking watch list as you catch up on TV shows...
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Featured Dining

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Crosby House Bed & Breakfast

If you’re looking for a relaxing retreat in the beautiful Astoria area, then look no further than Crosby House Bed & Breakfast. Crosby House was constructed in 1880, and its Victorian charm truly has an enchanting effect. Guests at Crosby...

364 Bond St.
Astoria, OR

503.325.4922
Email us (innkeeper[at]crosbyhousebnb[dot]com)

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South Bay Wild Fish House

Thanks to their own commercial fishing vessel, South Bay Wild Fish House offers the freshest seafood in their market and on their menu. South Bay Wild Inc. is a small, family owned and operated business committed to high quality sustainable...

262 9th Street
Astoria, OR

503-741-3009
Email us (fish[at]southbaywild[dot]com)

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Josephson’s Smokehouse

Welcome to Josephson’s Smokehouse.  We are family-owned and have operated for over eighty years and four generations at our Astoria, Oregon location.  At our historic Smokehouse an unequaled variety of seafood is smoked daily; sold at retail fresh from the...

106 Marine Dr.
Astoria, OR

(503) 325-2190

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Blue Scorcher Bakery Café

Blue Scorcher Bakery Café creates artisan breads, pastries and handcrafted seasonal foods using local and organic ingredients. The cafe operates as a worker collective.

1493 Duane Street
Astoria, OR

503-338-7473
Email us (bluescorcher[at]me[dot]com)

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Pho Mekha

Vietnamese-Cambodian restaurant featuring local produce and fresh seafood from CS Fishery.

1313 Marine Drive
Astoria, OR

503-741-3010

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Bridgewater Bistro

Open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, and sunday brunch. LIVE music on friday, saturday, and at sunday brunch. 6:30 to 9:00 friday and saturday, 11:30-2:30 Sunday. Columbia riverfront dining cocktails, northwest regional foods, wines & brews, casual family...

20 Basin St.
Astoria, OR

503-325-6777
Email us (info[at]bridgewaterbistro[dot]com)

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Columbia River Coffee Roasters

Columbia River Coffee Roaster is an independently owned company located on the shores of the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon, established in 1992. They specialize in custom blends and roasts using the best beans available.

279 W Marine Dr
Astoria, OR

503-325-2755
Email us (info[at]crcrcoffee[dot]com)

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Frite & Scoop

Frite & Scoop lovingly makes a creamy, French-custard style ice cream with local, real ingredients. Their flavors feature housemade additions such as marshmallows, fudge sauce, rich caramel, pecan brittle, butter toffee, honeycomb candy, fresh citrus and fruit curds along with...

175 14th Street
Astoria, OR

503-468-0416
Email us (lisa[at]friteandscoop[dot]com)

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Obelisk Beer Co

Obelisk Beer Co.’s motto is “Slow Beer, Good Times.” The brewery, founded by Nathan Lampson and Dave Coyne – two Fort George Brewery alums – focuses on creating artisanal beers with intriguing ingredients and flavors.

598 Bond Street
Astoria, OR
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Drina Daisy

You will find authentic Bosnian comfort food at Drina Daisy, by a chef who lived in Bosnia near Sarajevo. Indulge in a delicious Euro-Mediterranean style dinner tonight.

915 Commercial Street
Astoria, OR

503-338-2912
Email us (drinadaisy[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Benjamin Young Inn Bed & Breakfast

Love is spoken at the romantic Benjamin Young Inn, Victorian Bed and Breakfast overlooking the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon. Enjoy gracious hospitality in this elegant but comfortable 1888 Queen Anne Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Astoria, Oregon. This breathtaking...

3652 Duane St.
Astoria, OR

503-325-6172
Email us (stay[at]benjaminyounginn[dot]com)

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Gaetano’s Market and Deli

Gaetano’s Market and Deli is a unique business to the North Coast. They offer many imported specialty grocery items, as well as items produced in the Northwest. They have a full service deli with imported and domestic meats and cheeses,...

1004 Commercial Street
Astoria, OR

503-741-3043
Email us (matthew[at]gaetanosmarketanddeli[dot]com)

Featured Lodging

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Crosby House Bed & Breakfast

If you’re looking for a relaxing retreat in the beautiful Astoria area, then look no further than Crosby House Bed & Breakfast. Crosby House was constructed in 1880, and its Victorian charm truly has an enchanting effect. Guests at Crosby...

364 Bond St.
Astoria, OR

503.325.4922
Email us (innkeeper[at]crosbyhousebnb[dot]com)

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Lewis & Clark Golf & RV Park

Surround yourself with beautiful scenery and enjoy coastal convenience at Lewis & Clark Golf & RV Park located near beaches, historic Astoria, the Columbia River and Lewis & Clark National Park. The 9-hole, Par 36 golf course features challenging holes...

92294 Youngs River Road
Astoria, OR

503.338.3386
Email us (lcgrvpark[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Hampton Inn & Suites

Located next to Highway 30, the hotel is surrounded by Oregon forest overlooking the Columbia River. Waterfront dining is steps away – and beaches, cafés, and shops in downtown Astoria are a 10-minute ride on the Astoria Riverfront Trolley. Relax...

201 39th St.
Astoria, OR

(503) 325-8888
Email us (Astor_Hampton_Suites[at]hilton[dot]com)

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Klaskanine River RV Park

88590 Hwy. 202
Astoria, OR

(503) 325-8595
Email us (klaskanineriverrvpark[at]msn[dot]com)

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Clementine’s Guest House

Clementine's Guest House is located in the Historic District of Astoria, one of many Victorian homes. This 1888 restored property is comfortably elegant with 5 rooms with private baths and views from second floor rooms. The adjacent 1852 Moose Lodge...

847 Exchange Street
Astoria, OR

503-325-2005
Email us (info[at]clementines-bb[dot]com)

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Pier 39 – Astoria’s Fisherman Suites

Visit historic Pier 39-Astoria, in the Oldest American City West of the Rockies, Astoria, Oregon and stay in one of four Fisherman Suites. These remarkable suites are located right in the renovated Hanthorn Cannery and with the best views on...

100 39th Street
Astoria, OR

503-298-0082
Email us (info[at]pier39-astoria[dot]com)

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Benjamin Young Inn Bed & Breakfast

Love is spoken at the romantic Benjamin Young Inn, Victorian Bed and Breakfast overlooking the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon. Enjoy gracious hospitality in this elegant but comfortable 1888 Queen Anne Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Astoria, Oregon. This breathtaking...

3652 Duane St.
Astoria, OR

503-325-6172
Email us (stay[at]benjaminyounginn[dot]com)

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Selina Commodore Astoria

Located inside of the Lewis Building in the heart of downtown, Selina Astoria Hotel (formerly Commodore Astoria) blends antique with modernity, reflecting the historic roots of the property. A quick walk from the shore, and just minutes from some of...

258 14th Street
Astoria, OR

503-325-4747
Email us (reception[dot]astoria[at]selina[dot]com)

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The Y Astoria

You can now stay at The Y DORMITORY located in the former YMCA building in Astoria, Oregon. This 2500 sq. ft. space is a perfect place to spend time with multiple families or a group of friends. The spacious living...

514 12th Street
Astoria, OR

208-914-1496
Email us (theyastoria[at]gmail[dot]com)

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Astoria Crest Motel

The Astoria Crest Motel sits on nearly three acres, overlooking the mighty Columbia River, Astoria cityscape and the Astoria Bridge. Many locals and visitors alike believe this is the best view from any hotel or motel in the area. This...

5366 Leif Erikson Drive
Astoria, OR

503-325-3141
Email us (reservations[at]astoriacrestmotel[dot]com)

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Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa

The iconic Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa is the unique Northwest luxury boutique hotel resting 600 feet into the Columbia River. Unsurpassed in location, sophistication, and timeless beauty where every room has an unobstructed view, and guests can indulge in...

No. 10 Basin Street
Astoria, OR

503-325-4996
Email us (canneryres[at]vestahospitality[dot]com)

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Rosebriar Mansion

If you are looking for a unique and memorable place to stay or host an event in Astoria, Oregon, look no further than the Historic Rosebriar Mansion. This former convent has been transformed into a luxurious and cozy retreat, with...

636 14th Street
Astoria, OR

503-501-7947
Email us (info[at]rosebriarmansion[dot]com)

Events in Astoria

June 20, 2025 - June 22, 2025

Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival

92937 Walluski Loop
Astoria, OR
July 3, 2025

North Coast Symphonic Band Celebrates American Music

1203 Commercial Street
Astoria, OR
July 4, 2025

4th of July Fireworks Display Astoria

Astoria, OR
August 6, 2025 - August 9, 2025

Astoria Regatta

Astoria, OR
October 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Crave the Coast

Astoria, OR
October 12, 2025

Great Columbia Crossing 10K Run/Walk

111 W Marine Drive
Astoria, OR
February 14, 2026

Festival of Dark Arts

1483 Duane Street
Astoria, OR

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