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.
Featured Spots
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 RdNewport, 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
Doug Chadwick, Dds
Comprehensive, conservative dental care for every member of the family.
123 SE DouglasNewport, OR
(541) 265-4221
Central Coast
Cross Over Tattoo Studio
TATTOO STUDIO
338 SW BAY BLVDNewport, OR
(541) 265-7933
Email us (cross_over_tattoo[at]yahoo[dot]com)
Central Coast
Yaquina Head Lighthouse Tours
There’s something for everyone at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area. Extending one mile out into the Pacific Ocean from the Oregon coast, Yaquina Head is a great place to spot wildlife such as gray whales, harbor seals, and nesting seabirds....
750 NW Lighthouse DriveNewport, OR
541-574-3100
Email us (foyl[at]yaquinalights[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
Hatfield Marine Science Center
The Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) is a research and teaching facility located on the Yaquina Bay estuary, about one mile from the open waters of the Pacific Ocean. HMSC plays an integral role in programs of...
2030 SE Marine Science DrNewport, OR
541.867.0100
Email us (hmsc[at]oregonstate[dot]edu)
Central Coast
Sunshining Inc
Newport, OR
(541) 961-1591
Email us (danh[at]ossiessurfshop[dot]com)
Central Coast
Wal-Mart
Pharmacy Hours: Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Weekdays: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Services at this Location: • Pharmacy • Photo Center • Photo Center One Hour • Photo Center Digital • Grocery...
160 NW 25th StNewport, OR
(541) 265-6560
Central Coast
Petunia’s Place
A gift and collectible shop in Nye Beach. A portion of every sale at Petunia’s Place benefits animals in need.
310 NW Coast StreetNewport, OR
(541) 574-2963
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