Astoria Oregon, located in the N.W. corner of the state of Oregon, is a unique small historically preserved town perched on a peninsula overlooking the Columbia River. Astoria is not far from the mouth of the Columbia River where it forcefully meets the Pacific Ocean. The rich history of Astoria goes back many thousands of years through Native American inhabitants, Lewis and Clark's exploration, the 1800's fur trade of John Jacob Astor, and the fishing and timber industries of the 1900's. Beautiful bays, rivers, waterfalls and the long public unpopulated beaches of the Pacific Ocean surround this fishing and tourist town. Year-round activities are abundant. Visitors and locals enjoy clamming, fishing, surfing, whale and sea lion watching, hiking, biking, dining, theater-going, gallery exploration, live music, historic homes tours, and much more. In the summer there is a boat regatta, scandinavian festival, and amazing 4th of July fireworks. During a winter weekend, the very unique fisher poets gathering takes over the town. Astoria is increasingly becoming a quite popular tourist destination where Bed and Breakfast lovers find a variety of accommodations. There is something for everyone! Enjoying beautifully restored Victorian and Craftman architecture, decor and gardens is a high point of the local Bed and Breakfast experience. The value found in staying at a Bed and Breakfast is amazing! Most B&Bs have free parking, full breakfast, personal attention, comfortable and interesting surroundings, and housekeeping/waitstaff tips are included! Although many B&B owners, (who are frequently the concierge, chef, waitstaff and cleaners) often receive, and very much appreciate a little thank you gift. Give a Bed and Breakfast a try in Historic Astoria Oregon!