Historic Nye Beach is a neighborhood that features more than 40 businesses, beach access, restaurants, lodging and a rich history of Newport. Events are offered throughout the year and whether you are interested in shopping, eating or enjoying the sandy beaches of the Oregon coast, there is something for just about every taste.

What to bring: Depending on what time of year you visit Nye Beach, the open-air neighborhood doesn’t offer many places to escape the weather – unless you want to spend some time in the many shops in the area. So bring weather appropriate clothing and good walking shoes. The neighborhood sits on some hills that go down to the beach, so depending on your physical abilities you should take that into consideration if you are planning a walking tour of the district.

Season: Nye Beach is open year round, with each business setting up their own hours. During the wintertime there are reduced hours.

Getting there: From Highway 101 in Newport go west on Northwest Third Street to Northwest Coast Street. There is oceanfront parking and beach access.

Tips: Make sure to visit the Newport Visual Arts Center to see the work of local artists. If you are staying in the area, you can even get into an art class that teaches people how to work in different mediums.

The Chowder Bowl at Nye Beach is a favorite with locals and features award-winning chowder, seafood , burgers and beer. After a walk on the beach it’s a great place to go to relax and rest your sand-covered toes.