Free & Cheap Things to Do in Albany, OR

  • The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Albany, Oregon, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Bars.
  • From Monteith Park to Takena Landing Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Albany and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Corvallis, Salem, Keizer and Welches.
  • The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Albany, Oregon, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Bars.
  • From Monteith Park to Takena Landing Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Albany and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Corvallis, Salem, Keizer and Welches.
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46.5 Miles
88% 948 votes
Piers & Boardwalks SW Bay Boulevard, Newport, OR MoreLess Info
In 1866, Sam Case built the first hotel in this area and named the town Newport. Today, visitors can see Oregon's largest commercial fishing fleet, as well as stay in hotels, eat at restaurants, and shop at galleries and shops.
46.5 Miles
17% 257 votes
Aquariums 250 SW Bay Boulevard, Newport, OR 97365 MoreLess Info
Dive shows are a crowd favorite at the Oregon Undersea Gardens. The gardens also has an aquarium where marine life including the world's largest species of octopus swim through a kelp forest.
46.5 Miles
42% 241 votes
Specialty Museums 250 SW Bay Boulevard, Newport, OR 97365 MoreLess Info
Visitors are amazed at the variety of oddities waiting to be viewed at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Some of the things that can be seen at the Newport location include a deep-space hall of mirrors.
46.5 Miles
45% 160 votes
Specialty Museums 250 SW Bay Boulevard, Newport, OR 97365 MoreLess Info
A fun place for the whole family is Newport's The Wax Works wax museum. The museum features an array of wax and fiberglass figures created to represent some of the finest movie stars, villains and heroes of our time.
46.5 Miles
79% 213 votes
Breweries 2320 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR 97366 MoreLess Info
Since 1988 Rogue Nation Brewery and Spirits have been producing quality Oregon beers. The brewery has since grown into creating an extensive selection of fine spirits along with ales, lagers, stouts and pilsners, and has teamed up with famed bakery VooDoo Doughnuts to create flavors such as Bacon Maple Ale.
46.6 Miles
76% 135 votes
Fishing 343 SW Bay Blvd., Newport, OR 97365 MoreLess Info
Captain Reels offers three hour crabbing trips; five and eight hour rock fishing trips for ling cod, sea bass, group, cabezon, sea trout, and china fish; along with longer fishing trips for salmon, halibut, tuna, and shark. They also offer sea memorials.
46.6 Miles
88% 606 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas US Highway 101, Newport, OR 97365 MoreLess Info
Geologists believe the punch bowl shape formation at Devil's Punch Bowl State Park was formed by the collapse of the roofs of two sea caves. The area is popular for whale watching, and for picnicking.
46.6 Miles
90% 606 votes
Lighthouses Highway 101, Newport, OR MoreLess Info
The oldest structure in Newport is the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse. Originally constructed in 1871, the lighthouse only was lit for three years, until December 1996, when the light was turned on again under private ownership.
46.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
Horseback Riding 11195 NW Foothills Road, Carlton, OR 97111 MoreLess Info
With Willamette Coast Ride, visitors can go on a 50 mile trail ride with horses suitable for all skill levels. During the ride, visitors can view valleys, mountains, coastline, and other landmarks.
46.8 Miles
84% 197 votes
Camping Site US 101, Newport, OR MoreLess Info
South Beach State Park is a historical location that offers an array of recreational opportunities. The park features an equestrian trail, biking and walking trail, bike rentals, playground and campground.
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