11 days in Oregon Coast Itinerary

Florence is a coastal city in Lane County, in the U.S. On the 20th (Sat), shop like a local with Earthworks Gallery, take in the exciting artwork at Wave Gallery, then admire the majestic nature at Cape Perpetua Visitor Center - Siuslaw National Forest, then enjoy the sea views from Heceta Head Lighthouse, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at Thor's Well. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Sun): get outside with Sand Master Park - Sandboarding, then explore the fascinating underground world of Sea Lion Caves, and then experience the excitement of Sandland Adventures.

To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, read our Florence trip maker.

Kelowna, Canada to Florence is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. July in Florence sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to drive to Bandon.

Bandon is a city in Coos County, Oregon, United States, on the south side of the mouth of the Coquille River. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): stop by Face Rock Creamery, then explore the striking landscape at Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint, and then identify plant and animal life at West Coast Game Park Safari.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Bandon trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Florence to Bandon takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Newport.

A town that survives on the sea, Newport's population of just over 10,000 supports a healthy commercial fishing industry.

For shopping fun, head to Lincoln City Glass Center or Alderhouse Glass Blowers. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Yaquina Head Lighthouse and Mossy Creek Pottery. Change things up with these side-trips from Newport: Yachats coastline (in Yachats) and Lincoln City Outlets (in Lincoln City). There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, stop by Ainslee's Salt Water Taffy, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and enjoy the sand and surf at Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area.

For traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Newport route planner.

You can drive from Bandon to Newport in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In July in Newport, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can go by car to Seaside.

Seaside is a city in Clatsop County, Oregon, United States. Take a break from the city and head to Haystack Rock and Ecola State Park. Fort Clatsop National Memorial and Seaside Inverted Experience are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's lots more to do: stroll through Cannon Beach, pick up some new knowledge with Columbia River Maritime Museum, immerse yourself in nature at Oswald West State Park, and view the masterpieces at Icefire Glassworks.

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Traveling by car from Newport to Seaside takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Newport in July: highs in Seaside hover around 24°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.