8 days in Oregon Coast Itinerary

Florence is a coastal city in Lane County, in the U.S. state of Oregon. On the 4th (Sat), take a memorable drive along Cape Perpetua Visitor Center - Siuslaw National Forest, then take in the waterfront at Yachats coastline, and then admire the majestic nature at Yachats State Park. Keep things going the next day: Head underground at Sea Lion Caves, then enjoy the sea views from Heceta Head Lighthouse, then explore the striking landscape at Devil's Churn, and finally explore the striking landscape at Thor's Well.

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Kansas City to Florence is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Kansas City to Florence. While traveling from Kansas City, expect little chillier days and colder nights in Florence, ranging from highs of 56°F to lows of 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough 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 6th (Mon): tee off at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, take in the exciting artwork at Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio, then get engrossed in the history at Bandon Historical Society Museum, then admire the majestic nature at Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint, and finally kick back and relax at Circles in the Sand. On the 7th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the majestic nature at Cape Arago State Park and then immerse yourself in nature at Shore Acres State Park.

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You can drive from Florence to Bandon in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In March in Bandon, expect temperatures between 56°F during the day and 43°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can drive to Newport.

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

On the 8th (Wed), immerse yourself in nature at Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area, look for all kinds of wild species at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Oregon Coast Aquarium, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Newport's Historic Bayfront.

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Getting from Bandon to Newport by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 53°F in March, and nighttime lows around 41°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Seaside.

Seaside is a city in Clatsop County, Oregon, United States. Seaside is known for zoos & aquariums, sightseeing, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Haystack Rock, examine the collection at Seaside Inverted Experience, admire the majestic nature at Ecola State Park, and trek along Astoria Oregon Riverwalk.

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You can drive from Newport to Seaside in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to 54°F, and evening lows to 41°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.