- The list below includes 84 free or cheap things to do in or near Astoria, Oregon, including 42 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Specialty Museums, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- From Fort Stevens State Park to Fort Clatsop National Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Astoria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Seaside, Cannon Beach, Ilwaco and Long Beach.
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Located inside the Clatsop County Jail, Oregon Film Museum houses a number of hands-on exhibits about American movies made in Oregon such as Kindergarten Cop, Twilight and more.
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At Columbian Theater, guests can enjoy pizza, beer, and a movie from the comfort of a sofa. The theater tends to show movies that are already on video rather than the latest releases.
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Featuring full stadium seating and full digital projection, Astoria Gateway Cinemas is a movie theater that shows the newest released movies. Amenities at the theater include 3-D films, theater rentals, and wheelchair accessibility.
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Located above the Uppertown Firefighter’s museum, the Astoria Children's Museum is a combination historical and educational site as well as playground for kids. Creative playsets are available as well as views of old fire engines.
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John Cook Glass Studio & Gallery creates vessels, sculptures, lighting, architectural fixtures, ornaments, custom pieces and their famous 'Fish Glasses'. John Cook‘s work can also be found in many galleries and has been shipped all over the world.
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Hiking to this historic still operational lighthouse takes you past skeletons of old forts, scenic views of Pacific forests, the mouth of the Columbia and the Pacific Coast. Seasonal tours of the lantern room are available for a small fee.
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Take the free guided tour of the lavender farm and learn all about growing lavender from the family who owns the farm; climb the tree house for an overview of the fields, then go and explore the shop for homemade lavender products.
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Willapa National Wildlife Refuge offers sturgeon fishing, hunting of both big game and waterfowl, and wildlife observation and photography opportunities. Optimal birdwatching periods are during the fall and spring, during the morning and late afternoon hours.
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Visitors can enjoy guided fishing trips on the Pacific Ocean and Columbia River with Ilwaco-Coho Charters. The are a family owned and operated business lead by Butch and AJ Smith, 3rd and 4th generation fisherman.
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This 1,882-acre state park has two miles of ocean beaches, hiking trails, two lighthouses, and an interpretive center. During the spring and fall the local towns IIwaco and Long Beach have special events and festivals. Park is open year round for day visits and camping.