Location: Astoria
Top Things to do in Astoria
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What to do and see in Astoria, Oregon (OR): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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
Overall Ratings
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. Astoria Column
Overall Ratings
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
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Astoria Riverfront Trolley
8. 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.
9. Maritime Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By PBTravelstheWorld - Woodinville, United States
Very nice park with benches for picnics near the Colombia Bridge (well actually you can walk under the bridge. Memorial and fountain are also worth a look in this riverside park. We took our take out order from a nearby restaurant and enjoyed the view on a nice autumn day for lunch!
10. Astoria-Megler Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,021 reviews
Reviewed By AptosAmy
The Astoria-Megler Bridge, on West Marine Drive, in Astoria, OR 97103 is elegant and a masterful feat of engineering. It is fun to drive over. 53 year old and the longest continuous truss bridge in North America, spanning the Columba River from Oregon to Washington.
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