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
US Foods Chef’Store
We stock more than 8,500 products including beverages, bakery items, catering supplies, dairy and deli products, fresh meat, fresh produce, frozen foods, grocery products, janitorial supplies & more.
156 NE 7th StNewport, OR
(541) 265-7571
Central Coast
Party With Carol
A party decorations and supply store also carrying gifts, tees and party wrap.
429 SW Coast HwyNewport, OR
(541) 265-9377
Central Coast
Newport Candy Shoppe
Enjoy homemade taffy and candy corn at the Newport Candy Shoppe.
440 SW Bay Blvd.Newport, OR
(541) 265-2580
Central Coast
Charisma Gifts
A flower and gift shop located in Newport, Oregon.
315 NW Coast StreetNewport, OR
(541) 265-4657
Central Coast
Ripleys Believe It or Not World of Adventure
Curious? Enter the world of the strange and wonderful at the world’s great sideshow- Ripleys Believe It or Not World of Adventure on Newport’s famous Bayfront. Since Robert Ripley’s first Cartoon in 1918, Robert Ripley traveled the world collecting oddities...
250 SW Bay BoulevardNewport, OR
541-265-2206
Email us (ripleysnewport[at]obmg[dot]com)
Central Coast
Fred Meyer
Fred Meyer is a chain of hypermarket superstores founded in 1931 in Portland, Oregon, USA, by Fred G. Meyer. The stores are found in the western U.S., within the states of Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. The company merged with...
150 NE 20th StNewport, OR
(541) 265-4581
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
Feed Corral
Feed Corral offers pet feed and supplies, as well as Western wear, tack, boots, western jewelry, show clothes and English apparel.
634 N Coast HighwayNewport, OR
(541) 265-8299
Email us (feedcorral[at]hotmail[dot]com)
Central Coast
Walgreens
Retail Drug Store
27 S Coast HighwayNewport, OR
(541) 574-4405
Central Coast
Central Coast Dental Clinic / James D Windell, Dmd
Central Coast Dental Clinic has been operating in the Newport area for more than 30 years. We are a general dental practice focused on preventative care. As always, we are accepting new patients!
135 NW 15th StNewport, OR
(541) 265-2261
Central Coast
Tips N Toes
Offering full service nail care, waxing & facials.
615 SW Hurbert StNewport, OR
(541) 265-3261
Central Coast
Yaquina Head Lighthouse
Yaquina Head has the tallest tower on the Oregon Coast, and stands at 162 feet above sea level. This is the only lighthouse in Oregon with a marble floor. Yaquina Head is open to the public, and surrounded by the...
Newport, OR
541-574-3100
Email us (foyl[at]yaquinalights[dot]org)