Things to Do in
Newport Oregon
RestaurantS
Coffee: White Rabbit, Ultra Life Cafe, Camp One, Coasties Roasties
Baked Goods: My Petite Sweet
Breakfast or Lunch: The Chalet, which also makes fabulous take-out pies and clam chowder. The peach pie, marionberry pie and pumpkin pie are legendary. Also try the Coffee House or Pig ‘n Pancake.
Seafood: Local Ocean…this is one of our favorite restaurants in Newport. Also Clearwater and Georgie’s. South Beach Fish Market is a local favorite for fish and chips.
Mexican food: La Roca
Pizza: Abby’s Legendary Pizza
Italian: Sorella
Thai: Lucky Thai Elephant Restaurant or Noodle Cafe
Brewery: Rogue Ale and Spirits
Local Classic: The original Mo’s Seafood and Chowder and Mo’s Annex…Mo’s is a longtime Oregon coast favorite, and has expanded to several coastal cities.
ShoppinG
There are many fun shops along the Yaquina Bay Waterfront and in the Nye Beach area, and several good art galleries. In the Nye Beach Area don’t miss the Nye Beach Book House and the Yaquina Art Gallery and Gift Shop which features art produced by members of the local art association.
Beaches and surfing
Access the beach at Nye Beach, South Beach State Park, Oregon Shore State Recreation Area or Agate Beach State Recreation Area.
Surf or watch surfers at these state parks: South Beach, Agate Beach, Otter Rock and Moolack Beach.
Tidepooling & Lighthouses
Don’t miss the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area. The beach here is absolutely fabulous, and the Yaquina Head Lighthouse might be open for visitors.
There is another lighthouse at the south end of town…the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse. Like many lighthouses this one is rumored to be haunted.
Tidepooling is best at Otter Rock Oregon Marine Reserve, or at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area.
Farmers market
Saturday from 9am-1pm at the corner of Angle St and Hwy 101 from late March to early December.
Whale watchinG
Gray whales migrate south along the coast toward Mexico from mid-December through mid-January. They migrate north toward Alaska from late February through May. Best places to see them: Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint, Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay, Rocky Creek State Scenic Viewpoint, Cape Foulweather, Devil’s Punchbowl State Natural Area, Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, Yachats State Recreation Area, Cape Perpetua Turnout, Sea Lion Caves, and Heceta Head Lighthouse.
DEEP SEA FISHING
There are several deep-sea fishing options available on the waterfront.
Oregon Coast Aquarium & Hatfield Marine Science Center
The Oregon Coast Aquarium is the best aquarium north of Monterey!
The Hatfield Marine Science Center is Oregon State University’s premier oceanographic research facility. Visitor Center is open daily during the summer from 10 am to 5 pm. A less expensive alternative to the aquarium.
Performing Arts
Other
Rent fat tire bikes to ride on the beach. Very fun!
Rent kayaks to explore Beaver Creek or Yaquina Bay.
Rent stand up paddle boards to explore Beaver Creek.
Annual events
You can browse upcoming events at: www.discovernewport.com
Seafood and Wine Festival…Held in February.
Blessing of the Fleet…Held in early May.
Lincoln County Fair…Held in late June.
Fireworks over Yaquina Bay…4th of July.
Oregon Coast Jazz Party…First weekend in October