Central Oregon Coast
Newport, Oregon
City
Working bayfront, aquarium and marine science
Newport is the seat of Lincoln County and the largest city on the central coast, with a working bayfront, the Oregon Coast Aquarium and a major marine science presence.
History & Local Character
Newport was founded in 1866 and named after Newport, Rhode Island. Fishing, canning and later tourism and research built the city.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing includes bayfront apartments, hillside homes and newer development in South Beach, with prices high for the coast.
Restaurants & Shopping
The historic Bayfront has seafood restaurants, chowder houses and a brewery, and Nye Beach adds cafes and bakeries.
Schools & Education
Newport students attend Lincoln County School District schools, and Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Center is in South Beach.
Parks & Recreation
Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, South Beach State Park and the Yaquina Bay estuary offer tide pools, beaches and trails.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 101 runs through the city, and US 20 connects Newport to Corvallis and the valley. Lincoln County Transit provides local service.
Local Businesses
Seafood restaurantsBreweriesCharter fishingGalleries and bookstores
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Nearby Attractions
- Oregon Coast Aquarium
- Yaquina Head
- Nye Beach
- South Beach State Park
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Strongest service base on the central coast
- Aquarium and marine science
- Working bayfront
Considerations
- High housing costs
- Rainy, windy winters
- Tsunami evacuation planning is essential
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do in Newport?
The bayfront, Oregon Coast Aquarium, Hatfield Marine Science Center, Nye Beach and Yaquina Head lighthouse and tide pools are the main attractions.