Location: Astoria
Top Things to do in Astoria
Top Restaurants in Astoria
What to do and see in Astoria, Oregon (OR): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Historic Astoria is the oldest American settlement west of the Rocky Mountains, first established as a fur trading post before it expanded to become the bustling port city it is today. Its storied past is documented in numerous museums, from the Columbia River Maritime Museum with its collection of nautical relics to the Uppertown Firefighters Museum, whose collections of firefighting memorabilia is complimented by the interactive Children's Museum on the second floor.
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1. Columbia River Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,769 reviews
The Columbia River Maritime Museum tells the dramatic and inspiring stories of a mighty river, a vast ocean, and the generations of people who have made their living plying the waters of the region. The Museum is home to the largest collection of maritime artifacts in the Pacific Northwest (over 20,000 pieces in all), as well as a 19,000+ volume research library and more than 30,000 photographs. In addition to permanent and rotating exhibits, the campus includes a lightship, 3D movie theater, gift shop and the Barbey Maritime Center. Classes, workshops, demonstrations, lectures and other educational programs are offered regularly.
Reviewed By C5865LBmaryl - Dodgeville, United States
The museum has so much to explore about the fishing industry, canneries, coast guard rescues, etc. the museum fee also includes touring the light ship Columbia. Spent nearly two hours.
2. Clatsop Spit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
The point at which the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean.
Reviewed By kevinrD1981AU - Frazier Park, United States
Came on a very stormy, windy and rainy day. This place provides all the power of mother nature! The views of the very powerful ocean from the viewing platform was one I will not forget. Respect the power and be safe.
3. Lightship Columbia
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4.5 based on 185 reviews
A former floating lighthouse now decommissioned.
Reviewed By drdroad
The lightship Columbia and a Coast Guard cutter are typically docked next to the Museum. Hold on to your little ones!
4. Astor Street Opry Company
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
5. Astoria Column
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4.5 based on 2,617 reviews
A 125-foot column which sits atop of Coxcomb Hill overlooking Astoria.
Reviewed By mgobludrew - Warrenton, United States
this a must do when your in Astoria great view of the whole area bring your camera especially around sunset breath taking also climb the 160 something stairs good family fun cheap too
6. Fort Clatsop National Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 850 reviews
A replica of Lewis & Clark's original fort built during their expedition in 1805.
Reviewed By DavidWG5001
We really enjoyed the Fort Clatsop National Memorial, it gave us a great Lewis & Clark History experience, with well planned displays, exhibits and presentations. You really walk away a bit in wonder at the rigors of their expedition.
7. Fort Stevens State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,086 reviews
Reviewed By Knittinginmyhair - Garibaldi, United States
Excellent experience using the trails in the park, viewing the ship wreck, wildlife and kayaking on the lake. Then there’s the amazing military history in the park; this place checks all the boxes for a fun weekend camping and sight seeing.
8. Flavel House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 569 reviews
A historical Victorian home turned museum.
Reviewed By rshaneel - Malibu, United States
This is definitely a must do when visiting this charming town. First of all it’s affordable T $6 pp. It is full of history and if your into history you will enjoy and able to appreciate this beautiful house. I am happy that they included the 5 minute or so visit to explain the history of the house before you enter. The house itself is maintained beautifully and I they have little bits of info to read to help you understand of what we are seeing. Staff Vicki was very informative and helpful with our questions.
9. Astoria Riverfront Trolley
10. The Lewis And Clark National And State Historical Parks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 345 reviews
Located in the states of Washington and Oregon, these national parks preserve the historic sites that mark the success of Lewis and Clark in the early 19th century.
Reviewed By Imflyingblond
The Indian tribes had a lot to do with the expedition success.Hiking, exhibits at the visitor center and knowing the fort is remembered 216 years after it was built! That's American history.
