Coast Region

Yaquina Lights - A piece of Oregon history sits atop a bluff at the mouth of the Yaquina River. It is the Historic Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, built in 1871 and decommissioned in 1874. It was officially restored as a privately maintained aid to navigation on December 7, 1996. It is believed to be the oldest structure in Newport.

Connie Hansen Garden - The Connie Hansen Garden thrives today both horticulturally and as a non-profit entity. Thousands of individuals, families and groups pass through the Garden each year to enjoy the beauty of the plants, the tranquility, and to take classes to learn more about gardening and the joy that can be acquired from this activity.

Tradewinds Charters - For over 60 years Tradewinds Charters, in Depoe Bay, has been providing the very best in ocean sportfishing and whale watching trips. Award winning 12 vessel fleet.

Newport Performing Arts Center - After years of fund raising events and tax bonds, the citizens of Newport saw their efforts pay off with the 1988 opening of the multi-million dollar Newport Performing Arts Center (NPAC). The 23,000-square-foot facility is set on a 4.5 acres. The theatre hosts a variety of shows and performances, from hit movies, to grand piano recitals.

Wildlife Safari - Wildlife Safari features exotic animals which roam freely over 600 acres of grasslands and wooded areas, much as they would in their native habitat, while you the visitor are on safari in your own car. See animals from Africa, Asia, and South America as well as many native to North America.

Oregon Coast Aquarium - Immerse yourself in the Passages of the Deep exhibit and walk beneath the waves through a 200-foot clear underwater tunnel that snakes through three ocean habitats. Encounter sharks, rays and thousands of other fish swimming around you while you solve 'The Great White Mystery: What Happened to Surfer Bob?' Outdoors, rugged cliffs, caves and pools showcase fish and invertebrates of Oregon's coast.

Oregon Coast History Center - The Oregon Coast History Center is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of the Central Oregon Coast.

Sea Lion Caves - Sea Lion Cave is the largest sea cave in the world. Formation of the cavern began about 25 million years ago. It now soars to the height of a 12- story building and stretches the length of a football field.  Visitors can see live sea lions in their natural habitat, a variety of birds, whales and other wildlife.  

Tillamook County Creamery Association - If you like cheese, then a visit to the home of Tillamook Cheese is a must. Watch the cheesemakers and packagers at work and enjoy the rich, delicious Tillamook goodies available at the ice cream dipping counters, fudge counter, cafe and the sampling counter.

Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) - The Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) is a research and teaching facility located in Newport, Oregon. HMSC plays an integral role in programs of marine and estuarine research and instruction, as a laboratory facility serving resident scientists, as a base for far-ranging oceanographic studies, and as a classroom for students.

Jerry's Rogue River Jet Boats - This is the original Rogue River Jet Boat trip and the first Jet Boat Tour in America. It has been under family management since 1958. They have been under family management since 1958. Jerry's Rogue River Jet Boats operate a Nature Based Rogue River Adventure trip that is perfectly suited for all ages, kids to grandparents.

Mariner's Square - See Ripley's Believe it Or Not, Wax Works, and the Undersea Gardens, all in on stop!

Newport Visual Arts Center - The Newport Visual Arts Center, located at the historic Nye Beach Turnaround, is a facility built by the City of Newport as a public art exhibition space and for art education programs.