There are a lot of really interesting and fun things to do in Astoria, Oregon. But to be honest, one of my favorite parts of visiting this north coast city is to see the huge freighters sail by in the background.
Seeing something so big, so close to land and setting a moving backdrop makes Astoria a place where I can sit and watch these huge ships sail down the Columbia River to either Portland, or out to the Pacific Ocean.
Beer and food overlooking the Columbia River.
144 11th St.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-325-6975
European-style coffee house and bistro with a full breakfast and dinner menu.
243 11th St.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-325-1787
Astoria Column offers panoramic views of nature and history
Standing in the grass at the Astoria Column, make sure you watch out for low-flying aircraft. Made of balsawood.
It's a tradition that has been going on at the column for years. Visitors buy small balsawood planes at the gift shop, climb to the top of the 125-foot column and launch them into the air. Shouts and laughter of children seeing how far and fast the planes will fly through the air much like the small planes.
Best views from any hotel or motel in the area.
5366 Leif Erikson Dr.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-325-3141
5 minute walk from Pacific Ocean views and sightseeing at Astoria Riverwalk.
288 W. Marine Dr.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-325-7111
Elegantly appointed luxury suite on the upper level of the historic Pier 14 Pilot Station.
103 14th St.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-468-8312
Astoria's largest and most iconic waterfront hotel.
400 Industry St.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-325-2013
Fresh produce and food in a lively downtown street market atmosphere.
Astoria, OR 97103
503-440-7168
The ringing of the bell can be heard up and down the pier, as “Old 300” runs along the Columbia River in Astoria.
The trolley, which was originally made for the San Antonio Traction Company in 1913, runs from the East End Mooring Basin and West End Mooring on the original train tracks. Basically the trolley runs all along Astoria’s historic waterfront, which still features restaurants, docks and piers.
