Seaside Oregon Lodging, Dining, Shopping, Art Galleries, Events, Attractions

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Attractions and Recreation in Seaside, Oregon
With attractions and recreation opportunities galore, Seaside offers visitors more than just a day at the beach.
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Best Day Trips from Seaside Oregon
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On Seaside's Shore
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Its 1.5-mile oceanfront promenade and classic automobile turnaround at the beach dating from the 1920s are among Oregon's most recognizable landmarks. Seaside has been a popular coastal destination since the 1880s offering abundant activities for families, sightseers and outdoor recreation lovers. Walk or bike the promenade for views of the Pacific. The Prom offers access to the beach and long time attractions including the Seaside Aquarium, where generations of visitors have come to feed the seals. Strolling along Broadway, visitors will encounter dozens of shops and restaurants, the Oregon Coast's largest arcade, bumper cars and a shopping mall with an old fashioned indoor carousel. Factory outlet shopping can be found just north of downtown. The rainforest covered Tillamook Head offers hiking trails, including a six-mile trek over the headland to Ecola State Park. The Necanicum River offers kayaking and paddleboat touring. To the north of Seaside, Gearhart, offers more shopping, restaurants and is home to the 18-hole Gearhart Golf Links, Oregon's oldest golf course.

Seaside Area
Attractions and Recreation:

Seaside Carousel Mall
Ride the carousel, browse the interesting shops, enjoy a latte or an old-fashioned malt, have an old-time photo taken, get your portrait drawn by an artist or play in the mall's arcade. Open 7 days... more info
Promenade & Turnaround
Famous landmarks since the 1920s. more info
Seaside Aquarium
See live exhibits featuring regional marine life including the Pacific Octopus, Wolf Eel and giant Sunflower Starfish! See the 35-foot Gray Whale skeleton and learn more about Northwest sea life in the hands-on discovery center... more info
Seaside Jazz Festival
Seaside Jazz Festival is 24 hours of great music, dancing, food and beverages. Bands rotate to five different venues. Free shuttle, free gospel on Sunday Morning. Check web for more info. more info
Cleanline Surf Shop
Surf rental packages, lessons and repairs. The Northwest’s largest selection of surf boards and wetsuits. Snow, kite, skate, SUP, skim and boogie boards. Quality apparel, watches, sunglasses, sandals and UGG boots. The Northwest’s premier coldwater... more info
Oregon Coast Portraits
Since 1986, artist David Poole has offered portrait sketches to people year-round in colored pencil and chalk pastel. He works from live sittings or photos. Group graduation sketches are popular. Walk-ins are always welcome or... more info
Funland Entertainment Center
Experience the Coast’s largest arcade! Hundreds of arcade and redemption games: Fascination, Skee Ball, Air Hockey, Bumper Cars, Pinball, Dance, Dance Revolution, Derby Owners Club, racing games and much more. Come join us for some... more info
Gearhart Golf Links
Oregon's oldest golf course established in 1892 is open to the public and playable year-round. Features an 18-hole course, pro shop and restaurant. A PGA golf pro is available for lessons. more info
Sunset Empire Park & Recreation District
Indoor public swimming pool, spa pool, 20x40-foot warm water pool, youth center, fitness room and drop-in classes, community and senior center, playground equipment, basketball courts, award-winning skate park, child enrichment classes, special events, facility rentals... more info
Bumper Cars, Miniature Golf & Downtown Fun
Bumper cars, miniature golf, downtown fun. Tilt-a-Whirl and Pronto Pup stand has meant generations of family fun. In the heart of historic Seaside for 60 years. Summer hours 11:30am to 10:30pm 7 days per week. more info
Seaside Helicopters
Enjoy a flight and views of Seaside you will always remember, starting at $39 per person. Amazing beach, ocean, town and mountain vistas. Flights in summer, most good weather days and winter most good weather... more info
Tillamook Rock Lighthouse
De-commissioned lighthouse offshore from Tillamook Head. Can be seen from Cannon Beach and Seaside.
Seaside Family Fun Park
NEW! For 2012-Airplane, Helicopter and Kiddy Whip rides! Family fun with Go-Carts and Miniature Golf. Located 1/4 mile south of Seaside, next to Seaside Helicopters. Open 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM mid-June to Labor Day... more info
Seaside Naturally
Comprehensive guide to the area’s exciting eco-tourism opportunities. Birding with full species lists and sites. Hiking, Biking, Kayaking with downloadable GPX trail and route coordinates. Beginner and family to challenging expert adventure options, associated resources. more info
Seaside Surf Shop
Surf, skate, snow! Apparel for men and women, surf boards, wet suits and accessories for adventures outdoors. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Rentals available.