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
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
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
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)
Central Coast
Childish Tendencies
Find unique toys and clothing at this store for the young and young at heart.
412 SW Bay BlvdNewport, OR
(541) 265-4491
Email us (childishtendenciesnewport[at]gmail[dot]com)
Central Coast
Roby’s Furniture
Founded in 1950. This is the place to come for the really good stuff: the just-right furniture, appliances and bedding that have filled our neighbor’s homes!
5111 N Coast HwyNewport, OR
(541) 265-9520
Central Coast
The Medication Station
We are the largest Recreational/Medical Marijuana Dispensary on the Oregon Coast. We carry a HUGE selection of flowers, edibles, topicals, tinctures, prerolls, glass, etc. Generous DAILY SPECIALS!
454 SW Coast HwyNewport, OR
(541) 265-9170
Central Coast
Currey Guide Service
Currey Guide Service offers guided fishing trips for sturgeon, steelhead and salmon on the McKenzie, Alsea, Columbia, Willamette, Umpqua, Siuslaw, Coquille, Nestucca, Wilson, Siletz rivers and the Multnomah Channel.
Newport, OR
541-914-3899
Email us (curt[at]curreyguideservice[dot]com)
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)
Central Coast
Newport Dental
Newport Dental provides advanced dentistry with a gentle, personal touch. Dr. Loiselle has dedicated his professional career to providing you with the best that dentistry has to offer
612 SW 9th St.Newport, OR
(541) 265-8501
Central Coast
Tips N Toes
Offering full service nail care, waxing & facials.
615 SW Hurbert StNewport, OR
(541) 265-3261
Central Coast
Pacific West Ambulance
Pacific West Ambulance provides quality clinical care with sophisticated training and equipment. We employ highly-trained, experienced personnel in a variety of positions, including Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians, Wheelchair Van Attendants, Billing Specialists, Vehicle Maintenance Staff, Supervisors and Managers.
609 NW Coast StNewport, OR
(541) 265-3175