Tours & Events
Explore your curiosity and design your own private tour!
Did you know you can craft your own adventure with Onward Adventures? 🎉 We’ve teamed up with our amazing local community to bring you an exciting buffet of activities! From delicious walking food tours that tickle your taste buds to exhilarating hikes that will get your heart pumping, we’ve got something for everyone! Want some history with a twist? How about a fascinating history tour, or if you’re in the mood for some magic, our enchanting magic shows are sure to delight! 🎭 Whether it’s throwing an epic party, sharing spine-tingling ghost stories, celebrating love with wedding events, or gathering for reunions, we’re here to make it special! Feeling crafty? Join us for craft nights or let us whisk you away on shuttles to your favorite beach hangout! 🌊✨ If you have a quirky idea or an event that doesn’t fit the usual mold, we thrive on turning your unique vision into reality. So, let your imagination run wild and reach out to us! Let’s organize an unforgettable event together! 🎈
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Tour of Astoria
Things to Do in Astoria
Discover the best things to do in Astoria on a guided tour with Onward Adventures. Climb the Astoria Column, launch a wooden glider, explore film sites, and stroll historic streets.
Looking for the best things to do in Astoria? Our guided Tour of Astoria takes you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart of this historic port city. From Victorian-era homes perched on the hillside to famous filming locations from The Goonies and Kindergarten Cop, you’ll experience the sights, stories, and flavors that make Astoria one of the most charming towns on the Oregon Coast. Along the way, we’ll stroll the Columbia River waterfront, visit the Astoria Column, and share local history you won’t find on your own.
Highlights of the Tour
• Explore Astoria’s historic homes and downtown architecture
• Visit iconic film locations from The Goonies, Short Circuit, and more
• Walk along the Columbia River waterfront for scenic views and working docks
• Stop at the Astoria Column for panoramic city and river vistas
• Brave the 165 steps to the top of the Astoria Column and launch your wooden glider — a beloved local tradition that sends your plane soaring over the hillside
• Hear insider stories about Astoria’s maritime, military, and working-class heritage
Tour Details
Duration: 3 hours
Price: $65 per person
Departure: Pickup from hotels, homes, within the Astoria city limits
Historic charm, riverfront views, and movie magic in Oregon’s oldest city.
Tour of Warrenton
Oregon Coast History & Nature
Shipwrecks, forts, and wild coastal beauty where the river meets the sea.
Explore the hidden charm of Warrenton, Oregon, on a guided tour that blends history, nature, and breathtaking ocean views. Our Tour of Warrenton takes you to the heart of this North Coast gem, from the windswept shores of Fort Stevens State Park to the haunting remains of the Peter Iredale shipwreck. Step back in time at Fort Clatsop, where Lewis and Clark spent the winter of 1805–1806, and hear stories of exploration that shaped the Pacific Northwest. Learn about Buoy 10, the gateway to the largest salmon run in the lower 48 states, and its vital role in both sport and commercial fishing. You’ll stroll along pristine beaches, see where the mighty Columbia River meets the Pacific, and discover tales of military history, shipwrecks, and coastal life.
Highlights of the Tour
• See the iconic Peter Iredale shipwreck, a photographer’s favorite
• Spot local wildlife, from whales and seabirds to elk, depending on the season
• Discover filming locations from movies like Free Willy and The Road
• Walk the South Jetty for panoramic views of the Columbia River Bar
• Visit Fort Stevens State Park and explore its historic military fortifications
• Step inside Fort Clatsop, part of the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
• Learn about Buoy 10 and the largest salmon run in the lower 48 states
Tour Details
• Duration: 3 hours
• Price: $65 per person
• Departure: Pickup from hotels, homes, campsites
• Includes: Local guide, bottled water, a sand dollar keepsake, and plenty of photo stops
Full Tour of 4 Coastal Towns
Astoria, Warrenton, Seaside & Cannon Beach
From history to beaches to chowder — the ultimate Oregon Coast adventure.
Get ready for an exciting all-day adventure through four unique Oregon Coast towns — Astoria, Warrenton, Gearhart, Seaside and Cannon Beach. This tour is created from the best experiences each town has to offer, so no two trips are exactly alike. Sometimes we’ll visit Fort Clatsop, other days we might enjoy a lively scavenger hunt, depending on the group’s interests. Either way, you’ll get a day packed with history, coastal scenery, and memorable stories.
Tour Details
• Duration: Full day (approx. 7 hours)
• Price: $210 per person
• Start Time: 9:30 AM in Astoria or 10:00 AM in Seaside
• Departure: Pickup from hotels, homes, or campsites
• Includes: Local guide, bottled water, chowder lunch, a sand dollar keepsake, and plenty of photo stops
What You Get
Onward Adventures understands you are on vacation and having another thing to carry is not valued. Instead, we keep our costs low and are generous with our time.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Local Guide: Benefit from a guide who will help you explore more of the area.
- Transportation: Comfort of Door-to-Door Transportation
- Sand Dollar: When you bring your reusable water cup, you will receive a sand dollar. This is a thank you from our Oregon beaches for eliminating single-use plastic.