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Astoria,
Oregon
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 Astoria,
Oregon is located a couple of miles off of the
Pacific Ocean on the Columbia River. It has a
population of about 10,000 people and is of a
Scandinavian heritage. It is rich in beauty with
Victorian homes and steep hills. The downtown
district offers many restaurants, shops and unique
and different businesses. It is also rich in history.
Some of the nearby attractions of Astoria include:
Astoria Riverfront
Trolley - It's a trolley that runs along the
Columbia River that uncovers many historical
attractions.
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Flavel House Museum
- This is a three story Victorian Home located in
Astoria that was built in 1885.
Astoria Column
- It is about 125 feet high located in a wooded
park on a hill. It offers a spectacular view of
Astoria, Oregon.
Astoria-Megler
Bridge - This long bridge spans the Columbia
River from Astoria, Oregon to Point Ellice,
Washington. It is over 4 miles in length.
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Scandinavian
Midsummer Festival - This is usually held in June
in Astoria. Activities include music, dancing,
costumes, a walking parade, Scandinavian food and of
course a beer garden. This is a three day long event.
Astoria Uppertown
Firefighters Museum - This building was
constructed in 1986. It showcases old firefighting
equipment, motorized and horse drawn vehicles and old
photos. It also has a children's museum located on
the second floor.
Other Astoria, Oregon
attractions include the Astoria Aquatic Center,
Astoria Festival of Music, Astoria Sunday
Market, Fort Astoria, Fort Clatsop
National Memorial and Fort Stevens State Park.
Astoria
Restaurants
Astoria Motels
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