Fun Things to do in Astoria, Oregon

18/09/2023

Oregon Film Museum

A fun and fascinating place to visit, the brilliant Oregon Film Museum and all its incredible artifacts and exhibits can be found right in the city center. A must for cinephiles, it looks at the history of films and film-making in the state of Oregon which has often been nicknamed ‘Hollywood North’.

Established in 2010, the museum occupies the distinctive Clatsop County Jail which so memorably featured in the opening chase scene of The Goonies. Inside, you can find several props and costumes from the film as well as memorabilia and exhibitions on Free W***y, Kindergarten Cop, and Twilight among others.

Besides learning about famous films made in Oregon and watching some short clips from them, you can also shoot some scenes yourself with the museum’s small sets and green screens.

18/09/2023

18/09/2023

18/09/2023

Astoria Oregon Riverwalk

As it spans the entire length of the city’s Columbia River waterfront, the Astoria Oregon Riverwalk really is a treat to amble along with stunning scenery and views wherever you go. In addition, it also passes many of the city’s main attractions with maritime museums and historic sites, restaurants, and breweries lining the route.

Stretching just over ten kilometers in total, the picturesque riverwalk takes you from the bustling Port of Astoria right the way to the pretty and peaceful lagoons of Tongue Point. Along the way you pass countless waterfront attractions such as the iconic Astoria-Megler Bridge, excellent Maritime Museum, and moving Maritime Memorial.

Aside from strolling along, taking in the sights, and stopping off at its innumerable establishments, you can also opt to either cycle along the paved path or take a vintage trolley ride along the route.

30/07/2023

Youngs River Falls

Set just twenty minutes’ drive to the south of the center is the Youngs River Falls which certainly makes for a spellbinding sight. One of the only waterfalls in the Astoria area, it lies in a scenic and secluded spot and makes for some fantastic photos.

Towering to sixteen meters in height, the jet white waters of the falls cascade down a craggy cliff before plunging into a pool below. As it lies at the end of a short trail, visitors need to hike to the waterfall before they can bask in its beauty, bathe in its waters, and enjoy a picnic on its banks.

Due to its scenic splendor, the falls are very popular to visit in the sunny summer months and have even appeared in several films such as Free W***y 2 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III.