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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tillamook: Manzanita (Spas & Manzanita Beach), Nehalem Bay State Park (in Nehalem) and Oswald West State Park (in Cannon Beach).

For more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Tillamook driving holiday planner.

Barcelona, Spain to Tillamook is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and car. Traveling from Barcelona to Tillamook, you'll gain 8 hours due to the time zone difference. In May, Tillamook is slightly colder than Barcelona - with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can drive to Astoria.
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Astoria — 4 nights

Spirit of the Columbia

Explore Astoria's surroundings by going to Cannon Beach (Ecola State Park, Hug Point State Park, &more). And it doesn't end there: pause for some photo ops at Astoria Column, stop by Beach Books, don't miss a visit to Seaside Beach Lewis and Clark Monument, and explore the striking landscape of Fort Clatsop National Memorial.

For traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Astoria sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Tillamook to Astoria takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in May, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to drive to Brookings.
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Brookings — 3 nights

Get out of town with these interesting Brookings side-trips: Gold Beach (The Mary D Hume, Curry Historical Museum, &more).

To find more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Brookings trip planner.

Traveling by car from Astoria to Brookings takes 7.5 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can drive to Bandon.
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Bandon — 3 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bandon: Coos Bay (Cape Arago State Park & Shore Acres State Park).

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Bandon travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Brookings to Bandon takes 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in May, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Florence.
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Florence — 3 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area (in Reedsport) and Devil's Churn (in Yachats).

To find photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Florence holiday builder app.

You can drive from Bandon to Florence in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Newport.
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Newport — 5 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Newport: Lincoln City (Chinook Winds Casino & Convention Center, Connie Hansen Garden Conservancy, &more) and Yachats (Yachats coastline & Bazalgette the Whale at Whale Park). 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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