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As the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies, Astoria offers a rich history
for your exploration. It was first visited by Captain Robert Gray in 1792, by the
Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery in 1805, then adventuresome pioneers by the
thousands. Now its your turn to experience the excitement of exploring Astoria.
Within a 20 mile radius, one can see dozens of exciting attractions including Fort Clatsop
National Memorial, Fort Stevens State Park, Fort Astoria, Heritage Center Museum, Flavel
House
Museum, Uppertown Fire Fighters Museum, Astoria Column, and the Columbia River Maritime
Museum, home to one of the nation's finest displays of model ships and nautical artifacts.
Astoria offers other fun discoveries, such as historic Victorian homes, the beautiful 4.1
mile long Astoria Bridge, cruise ships, and fishing charters offering the thrill of
landing your own salmon,
sturgeon, or crab.
A walk to explore the city's waterfront should include stops at the 6th Street Viewing
Dock, the 14th Street Riverpark with its interpretive panels of river activity, and the
17th Street Pier where
there's a chance to tour visiting ships. Discover the bustling business district with its
many unique shops and galleries.
 Astoria Tourist
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