There are certain places that provoke a sense of nostalgia; old-fashioned spots that feel like a step back in time. Seaside, Oregon is one of these pure places. This delightful town on the Oregon Coast is as charming as it gets, with a picture-perfect promenade, old-school shops, and amusement park rides that all harken back to a slower, sweeter time. Let’s take a stroll through charming Seaside, Oregon, shall we?

Seaside is a beautiful locale on the North Oregon Coast that truly is the Platonic ideal of coastal towns.
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A visit to Seaside is a bit like stepping back in time, in the very best possible way.
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Visitors can walk or bike the 1.5-mile Seaside Promenade (or "Prom" as it's lovingly referred), which is a postcard-perfect place that will remind you of a good, old-fashioned beach vacation.
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Prefer to ride around town? Hop on the trolley! What an enchanting way to explore.
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And with regards to the beach, Seaside is known for its epic beach-combing. With one of the most expansive sandy beaches on the Oregon Coast, Seaside is the perfect spot to go looking for treasures; you'll find everything from shells and sand dollars to razor clams and comb jellies.
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In addition to its coastal charms, the town is historically significant, too. The Turnaround, located at its center, just so happens to mark the end of Lewis and Clark's epic travels; and in 1990, a statue was added to commemorate the duo's historic journey.
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The Prom is also a beloved historic site in Oregon. This 100-year-icon features fan-favorite attractions like the Seaside Aquarium...
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...touristy spots like the Seaside Inverted Experience photo booth...
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...and good, old-fashioned wholesome fun in the form of bumper cars and skee ball!
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When your tummy starts rumbling, you have lots of options in Seaside. Tom's Fish & Chips is a perennial favorite for seafood, as is Mo's.
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For breakfast, Pig 'N Pancake is a surefire crowd-pleaser, and when your sweet tooth starts calling, stop in for some saltwater taffy from Phillips Candies!
In addition to filling your belly with the aforementioned delicious fare, a visit to Seaside is sure to fill your heart and soul. This is a beautiful, beautiful town that's truly one of the most delightful destinations in Oregon.
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Have you visited Seaside, Oregon, before? Isn’t is a darling little town?

For more another dreamy place to visit on the Oregon Coast, Bandon is a total treasure!

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