Things to Do in Oregon
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Oregon Coast Aquarium
Oregon Coast
Unlike standard aquariums, here visitors walk between massive cave-like boulders to view everything from a shy Pacific octopus to bold otters who float on their backs, scratch themselves, and contemplate YOU. ...
Aquarium
Yaquina Bay Lighthouse
Oregon Coast
On a clear day you can see 20 miles in all directions from the top of the tallest functional lighthouse in Oregon. A self-guided tour takes you up 11 steps to a magnificent view of the shoreline....
Historical Landmark
History Museum
Park
Hiking
Tillamook Cheese Factory Tour
Oregon Coast
Take a hands-on, self-guided tour of Oregon's largest cooperative dairy that kids love, and visit two gift shops selling local specialties like cow-shaped cutting boards made from Oregon maplewood, a café, and two ice cream counters....
Special Collection
Roadside Landmark
Boutique
International Rose Test Garden
Portland, Oregon
Portland is serious about roses. So serious that this free public garden in Washington Park has over 6,800 rose bushes in it (the city has even developed a rose martini...
Garden
Astoria Column
Oregon Coast
Count these 164 steps as you huff your way up this monument that celebrates the history of Astoria and showcases breathtaking views the higher you go....
Park
Roadside Landmark
Historical Landmark
Hiking
Haystack Rock Awareness Project
Oregon Coast
Made of hardened lava from a volcano that erupted millions of years ago, Haystack rock was designated a Wildlife Refuge in 1976, and is home to many different kinds of invertebrate marine life and nesting seabirds....
Historical Landmark
Park
Seaside Promenade
Oregon Coast
The 1.5-mile Seaside Promenade (known to all as "The Prom") is a great place to stroll and watch the waves and world go by in a lively, beachside carnival atmosphere....
Historical Landmark
Neighborhood
Park
Bicycling
Live Music Venue
World Forestry Center Discovery Museum
Portland, Oregon
Part of six kid-friendly museums in Washington Park, the World Forestry Center not only backs up to the real forest of the park but has a simulated forest environment inside. ...
History Museum
Science & Nature Museum
Fort Stevens State Park Historic Area
Oregon Coast
Fort Stevens is the largest and one of the most popular campgrounds in Oregon, but it's worth a visit even if you're not camping. Hop onboard a WWII Army truck tour, or hike into underground bunkers. ...
History Museum
Historical Landmark
Park
Hiking
Swimming
Marine Science Ctr Hatfield
Oregon Coast
The Hatfield Marine Science Center is an aquarium, science lab, and discovery learning experience for all ages in one place. Kids get their hands wet at the touch tank, learn about how scientists use patterns in the Pattern Garden, and watch eel feedings....
Science & Nature Museum
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