Rugged beauty, fascinating marine life, and historic lighthouses are a few of the wonders that attract visitors to Newport, Oregon. Spend a day on a deep-sea charter or a whale-watching cruise before lounging by the fire in your cozy oceanfront room. Or tour a world-class aquarium, stroll through local art galleries, and enjoy a meal of fresh-caught seafood and fine wines. Whether you're planning a romantic weekend, a family vacation, or a coastal adventure, Newport provides year-round opportunity for an exhilarating getaway.
Oregon Coast Aquarium
The Oregon Coast Aquarium allows you to view local sea life in both indoor and outdoor settings. The inside galleries allow you to peer through viewing windows to observe jellyfish, salmon, and sturgeon in their natural habitats. The Passages of the Deep exhibit permits you to walk through a clear underwater tunnel, where you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the creatures occupying three aquarium tanks. Tunnel sights include sharks swimming overhead and underfoot, and a sunken ship. Observe the antics of otters, seals, and sea lions as you wander through the aquarium's outdoor facilities, which also include nature trails, a seabird aviary, a playground, and a picnic area.
