Best Free Things to Do in Newport

THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Newport

Best Free Things to Do in Newport

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  • fbriggs2015
    Jefferson, GA507 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a great area to visit. There are some small shops and the scenery is breathtaking. The Oregon coast is beautiful and there is an abundance of beauty here. The parking area can get congested and parking can be difficult.
    Written September 27, 2024
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  • MikeB1952
    Santa Fe, NM1,197 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A short drive from the Yaquina Head Visitor Center is the lighthouse itself (be sure to visit the Visitor Center prior to going to the Lighthouse. It will make the Lighthouse visit much more rewarding). And it’s a majestic lighthouse standing proudly on the point. Unfortunately it was closed by the time we got there. But, just walking around it looking up was pretty neat. In addition, there’s a walkway around the lighthouse providing a view around the point to the cliffs and ocean beyond. A nice sight as well.
    Written September 26, 2024
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  • Valerie W
    Seattle, WA12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nye Beach is such a beautiful area of Newport. Long sandy beaches, great shops and quaint eating places make this area so relaxing and memorable. The scenery is stunning
    Written October 7, 2024
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  • Darryl L
    Marana, AZ441 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Needs to be on your list of things to do in Newport. Worst news first: in the summer months, it is super hectic and crowded. You may not be able to find a place to park anywhere close to the action. Don't be discouraged. The walk is flat no matter how far away you have to park.

    When you walk back to the shops and restaurants, walk on the Bayside of the street. You can enjoy looking at the fishing boats, hundreds of them, sea lions and fish processing factories. Also, be sure to watch to sea lions along the bayfront. Mesmerizing for sure. Lots of fun to see.

    If you are hungry, be sure to get on a wait list for any of the best restaurants, Mo's, Local Ocean, etc. The summertime wait can be excruciatingly slow.
    Written August 8, 2024
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  • Fred S
    Kent, Washington, Usa91 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We loved visiting the Hatfield Visitor Center! They have so many wonderful exhibits, for both adults and children. They have great touch pools. Octopus feedings, many hands on exhibits, again for for children and adults. We all (two adults and a 9 & 10 year old) enjoyed it a lot.
    Written September 9, 2023
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  • Eva T
    United Kingdom5,875 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    When we visited Oregon we went to this place with my husband's cousin who is Oregonian, as she wanted to show us whales. Unfortunately this time we had no luck but from the Lookout at the gift shop (which was closed) we had great views. Car park is for about 30 cars.
    Written October 19, 2024
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  • Steven L
    21 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A beautiful sand beach with a great view of the lighthouse. But let's be clear- there are no agates at Agate Beach. It is simply a giant beautiful sand.
    Written August 9, 2022
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  • Have Camera, Will Travel
    South Bend, IN3,804 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We wandered into the brewery after checking out the crab pier and bridge. I'm not a big drinker, so it was more for fun than anything else. The store is cool and the fact that it is buried inside the brewery makes it a cool stop. It's worth a look if interested.
    Written June 12, 2024
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  • Eva T
    United Kingdom5,875 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We travelled with car and made stop in Newport. The bridge over Yaquina bay is elegant with several arches was opened in 1936. It is worth to make a stop at the car park in front of Yaquina light house and have good look at it.
    Written August 31, 2024
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  • Bookworm
    9 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We took a family vacation to the Oregon Coast and stayed in Newport. My son loves anything having to do with pirates so we stopped her while driving around the area. He loved it! It's a fun shop to roam around in for a bit!
    Written March 5, 2020
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  • Have Camera, Will Travel
    South Bend, IN3,804 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My partner and I walked out on the Fishing Pier for photos for the bridge and boats. It is a great vantage point. There were quite a few people fishing on a Sunday afternoon in August, as you would expect. There were a few good catches and someone actually pulled in a crab trap with a few in it. It was a nice walk on a nice afternoon in the summer.
    Written June 13, 2024
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  • Ashley J
    Kalispell, MT33 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice little market on the korner! Lots of produce which is always nice. We bought some of the best hummus from one of the vendors. Wishing I’d have purchased more.
    Written September 13, 2023
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  • LJ1
    California292 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I’ve done a few glass blowing sessions before at other places but this was definitely the most hands on and fun session I have done. Jeff was an excellent and patient teacher, it was easy to follow his instruction and he let me do most of the work and only jumped in for the more advanced steps in the process. My husband and I had a wonderful time. Picked up our pieces the next day and my finished piece came out beautiful! I highly recommend doing a glass blowing session with Jeff at the Hot Shop when in Newport. You can reserve a session on his website..
    Written September 19, 2021
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  • Wendy S
    North Ogden, UT114 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a lovely walk for all ages starting from the large parking lot at Agate Beach. The ‘first leg’ entrance is at the back and it is very easy to navigate, is 0.8 miles with bridges and a lovely river surrounded by tall trees, ferns and beautiful forest. It connects to the Forest Park trail - which is the midsection of the Ocean to Bay trail. This mid section has some steep incline/ declines. All of it is very beautiful lush forest. We did not do the final leg to the bay, instead opting later on to park at the west end of Historic Bay Street to see the sea lions, shops and piers. Every section was beautiful and I recommend not to miss
    Written April 18, 2024
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  • Cheyb29
    Salt Lake City, UT156 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was super windy on a late August Monday evening, but not the least bit crowded. We were staying in an RV park across the street and found this gem. My daughter had a wonderful time playing in the sand and surf.
    Written August 30, 2020
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