• Become familiar with Astoria’s history through key landmarks.
• Understand the influence of John Jacob Astor on his namesake city.
• Hear commentary about momentous events such as the fire of 1922.
• Take in the panoramic view from atop Astoria Column, if you wish.

• Sample a selection of wines at three Willamette Valley wineries.
• Enjoy a blind comparative tasting of pinot gris.
• Gain an understanding of the valley’s unique terroir.
• Spend free time shopping in nearby Carlton.

To ensure that your shoreside experiences are as convenient and enjoyable as possible, we are delighted to offer a complimentary shuttle between your ship and the city center in every port where the ship is not docked within walking distance of the city center. This service runs continuously, aligning perfectly with your ship’s in-port schedule. Best of all, there’s no need to reserve your seat in advance. Simp...

• Tour a magnificent Queen Anne-style home built in the Victorian Age.
• Hear about Astoria’s first millionaire, who built the home for his family.
• Linger over a cup of tea and scones in the home’s parlor.
• Shop in the carriage house on the grounds.

• Enjoy impressive views of Saddle Mountain.
• Travel through the Oregon Coast Range before stopping at Cannon Beach.
• Explore the colorful courtyards, streets and little shops during your free time.

• See a replica of the fort where Lewis and Clark wintered.
• Pause for photos at the landmark Astoria Column.
• Browse the exhibits at the Columbia River Estuary.
• Learn about Astoria’s early history along the way.

• See the site of the massive Mount St. Helens eruption in 1980.
• Browse exhibits that depict the eruption and resulting avalanche in detail.
• Get a glimpse of how the land is being restored to its natural state.
• Drive through areas Lewis and Clark explored in the early 1800s.
• Cross the Columbia River into Washington State.

• Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of a Civil War-era fort.
• Hear about the Japanese shelling the fort during World War II.
• See the reconstructed earthwork areas of the fort.

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• Visit film locations where at least 10 major motion pictures were shot.
• Understand the historical significance of many of the sites.
• Receive a complimentary book to remember the tour.