22 days in Oregon Coast Itinerary

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Fly to Portland International Airport, Drive to Tillamook
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Tillamook
— 2 nights
Drive
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Astoria
— 4 nights
Drive
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Brookings
— 3 nights
Drive
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Bandon
— 3 nights
Drive
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Florence
— 3 nights
Drive
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Newport
— 5 nights
Bus to Portland, Fly to Barcelona

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Tillamook — 2 nights

The city of Tillamook is the county seat of Tillamook County, Oregon, United States. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tillamook: Oswald West State Park (in Cannon Beach), Manzanita (Spas & Manzanita Beach) and Nehalem Bay State Park (in Nehalem). There's lots more to do: visit a coastal fixture at Cape Meares Lighthouse, cruise along Three Capes Scenic Drive, stroll through Cedar Wetlands Preserve, and look for gifts at Myrtlewood Factory Outlet Garibaldi.

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Barcelona, Spain to Tillamook is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Barcelona to Tillamook is minus 8 hours. Traveling from Barcelona in May, things will get slightly colder in Tillamook: highs are around 19°C and lows about 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Astoria.
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Astoria — 4 nights

Spirit of the Columbia

Astoria, named for famed fur trader John Jacob Astor, resides near the mouth of the Columbia River.
Explore Astoria's surroundings by going to Cannon Beach (Ecola State Park, Hug Point State Park, &more) and Seaside Aquarium (in Seaside). There's still lots to do: appreciate the history behind Astoria Column, take in the views from Astoria-Megler Bridge, stop by Beach Books, and don't miss a visit to Seaside Beach Lewis and Clark Monument.

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Getting from Tillamook to Astoria by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Tillamook to Astoria is minus 1 hour. In May, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Brookings.
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Brookings — 3 nights

Brookings is a city in Curry County, Oregon, United States. Get out of town with these interesting Brookings side-trips: Gold Beach (The Mary D Hume, Curry Historical Museum, &more). Next up on the itinerary: take a memorable drive along Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, enjoy the sand and surf at China Beach, cast your line with Brookings Fishing Charters, and admire the majestic nature at Harris Beach State Park.

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Drive from Astoria to Brookings in 7.5 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Brookings can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Bandon.
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Bandon — 3 nights

Bandon is a city in Coos County, Oregon, United States, on the south side of the mouth of the Coquille River. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bandon: Coos Bay (Cape Arago State Park & Shore Acres State Park). And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic natural features at Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint, walk around Bandon South Jetty County Park, play a few rounds at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, and shop like a local with Second Street Gallery.

For reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Bandon holiday planner.

You can drive from Brookings to Bandon in 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in May, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Florence.
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Florence — 3 nights

Florence is a coastal city in Lane County, in the U.S. state of Oregon. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Yachats (Cape Perpetua Visitor Center - Siuslaw National Forest & Devil's Churn) and Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area (in Reedsport). Next up on the itinerary: catch some excitement at Sandland Adventures, go for a walk through Strawberry Hill Wayside, enjoy the sea views from Heceta Head Lighthouse, and take in the dramatic natural features at Thor's Well.

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Drive from Bandon to Florence in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May in Florence, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) early enough to drive to Newport.
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Newport — 5 nights

A town that survives on the sea, Newport's population of just over 10,000 supports a healthy commercial fishing industry.
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Newport: Yachats (Yachats coastline & Bazalgette the Whale at Whale Park) and Lincoln City (Chinook Winds Casino & Convention Center, Connie Hansen Garden Conservancy, &more). Next up on the itinerary: admire nature's wide array of creatures at Oregon Coast Aquarium, explore the striking landscape at Cape Foulweather, stroll through Nye Beach, and visit a coastal fixture at Yaquina Head Lighthouse.

To find more things to do, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Newport online trip builder.

Traveling by car from Florence to Newport takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.
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Oregon Coast travel guide

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State Parks · Beaches · Geologic Formations
The Beaver State
Saved from the pitfalls of modern urban development by government decisions made in the 1910s, the Oregon coast remains one of the country's most picturesque natural places to visit, featuring more than 80 state parks. Tourism from around the world thrives here all year long, with visitors eager to drive up and down this scenic stretch of the Pacific coastline, marked by rocky headlands and lush vegetation. Crossed by rivers and dotted with dense forests, the area offers nature lovers a chance to boat, fish, hike, and whale-watch. Start your Oregon vacation by exploring the northern end of the coastline, famous for its vibrant beach resorts and quaint seaside retreats.
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