Columbia River Maritime Museum
Under $25Oregon's official maritime museum on the Astoria waterfront, with a historic lightship and exhibits on the treacherous Columbia River Bar.
111 W Marine Drive · Astoria, OR
The Astoria-Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce has served the community since 1873 and operates the area's visitor center at 111 West Marine Drive in Astoria, serving more than 125,000 visitors a year. Its visitor guide includes area maps, a lodging and dining directory and a list of local attractions, and the visitor center gift shop carries Goonies merchandise from the film shot in Astoria. Astoria sits where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean.
General sightseeing guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
The forecast is part of the ticket
Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.
Golden hour sells out first
Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.
Dress a layer warmer
It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.
Timed entry is common
Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.
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