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Outdoor AdventureOregon Coast
FreeThe full Oregon coastline of beaches, lighthouses, aquariums and small towns, promoted by the region's tourism association.
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Oregon Coast Aquarium
Oregon Coast Aquarium is an attraction in Newport, OR, part of the Eugene, Cascades & Coast guide. Cost: $25 to $50.
2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd · Newport, OR
Why you should go…
The Oregon Coast Aquarium is at 2820 SE Ferry Slip Road in Newport. You can watch sea otters, seals and sea lions, walk through a seabird aviary, and touch tide pool animals in the Rocky Coast touch pool, and there are pelican presentations, a vulture habitat and a nature play area. Paid add-ons include an octopus encounter, a sea jelly touch encounter and behind the scenes tours for ages 8 and up. The aquarium is open every day except December 25, from 10am to 6pm in summer and 10am to 5pm the rest of the year; adult tickets are $29.95 on weekdays and $34.95 on Fridays and weekends.
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