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Astoria, Oregon

As the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies, Astoria offers a rich history for your exploration. It was first visited by Captain Robert Gray in 1792, by the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery in 1805, then adventuresome pioneers by the thousands. Now its your turn to experience the excitement of exploring Astoria.

Within a 20 mile radius, one can see dozens of exciting attractions including Fort Stevens State Park, Fort Astoria, Heritage Center Museum, Flavel House Museum, Uppertown Fire Fighters Museum, Astoria Column and the Columbia River Maritime Museum, home to one of the nation's finest displays of model ships and nautical artifacts.

Astoria offers other fun discoveries, such as historic Victorian homes and the beautiful 4.1 mile-long Astoria Bridge.

Points of Interest

  • Astoria Column
  • Fort Stevens State Park
  • Seaside
  • Columbia River Maritime Museum
  • Flavel House
  • Cannon Beach
  • Fort Clatsop
  • Tillamook Ice Creamery & Cheese Factory

More about Astoria, Oregon Points of Interest

  • Astoria Column -

    Built in 1926, this 125-foot tall structure sits atop Coxcomb Hill, Astoria's highest point. The 164-step climb up to the observation deck offers majestic views of Astoria, the Pacific Ocean and Cascade Range.

  • Fort Stevens State Park -

    Spanning 84 years as a military defense installation, this Civil War-era fort was fired upon during WWII by a Japanese submarine. Today, the Park offers 3,700 acres of history and beauty.

  • Seaside -

    At the end of the Lewis and Clark trail, this charming resort town offers quaint boutiques, unique art galleries, and miles of powder-soft beach. Stores along the ocean front boardwalk sell the famous saltwater taffy.

  • Columbia River Maritime Museum -

    Home to one of the West Coast's most astounding collections of nautical artifacts, the Museum displays 24,000 square feet of exhibits including a remarkable floating lighthouse called Columbia.

  • Flavel House -

    Built in 1885, this lovely home is one of the best-preserved examples of Queen Anne-style architecture in the Northwest. Its decorative exterior distinguished by a fourth-story cupola was seen in the movie "The Goonies."

  • Cannon Beach -

    Surrounded by the rugged natural beauty of Oregon's forests, ocean beaches and rivers, this charming coastal village is famous for Haystack Rock, a 235-foot tall rock formation that rests off shore.

  • Fort Clatsop -

    Nestled in the verdant forests and wetlands of the Coastal Range, this 50-foot by 50-foot structure is a stunning replica of the seven-room fort built by members of the Lewis and Clark expedition.

  • Tillamook Ice Creamery & Cheese Factory -

    Producing 167,000 pounds of cheese every day, Tillamook is synonymous with cheese, butter, and ice cream. A tasting counter offers delicious samples.

11 Excursions

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Best of Oregon's Scenic Coastal Highlights

6.5 hours | Astoria | AST-100 A S T - 1 0 0

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From $199.95

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Mount St. Helens

7 hours | Astoria | AST-130 A S T - 1 3 0

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From $219.95

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Panoramic Astoria

2 hours | Astoria | AST-140 A S T - 1 4 0

Easy Activity

From $94.95

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Historic Astoria & Fort Clatsop

4 hours | Astoria | AST-200 A S T - 2 0 0

Easy Activity

From $109.95

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Seaside & Cannon Beach Shopping On Your Own

4 hours | Astoria | AST-205 A S T - 2 0 5

Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity

From $104.95

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Fort Stevens - Behind the Scenes

3 hours | Astoria | AST-215 A S T - 2 1 5

Moderate Activity

From $89.95

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Shot in Astoria: Hollywood Film Sites

3 hours | Astoria | AST-230 A S T - 2 3 0

Moderate Activity

From $79.95

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Willamette Valley Wine Country & Tasting

7 hours | Astoria | AST-330 A S T - 3 3 0

Moderate Activity, Includes meal

From $249.95

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Astoria Ale Trail on Your Own

3 hours | Astoria | AST-385 A S T - 3 8 5

Moderate Activity

From $129.95

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Astoria Scenic Waterfront Biking

2.5 hours | Astoria | AST-455 A S T - 4 5 5

Moderate Activity

From $139.95

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Alderbrook Lagoon Kayak Adventure

2.5 hours | Astoria | AST-775 A S T - 7 7 5

Moderate Activity

From $119.95

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