The aquarium also has six acres of cliffs, rocky caves, tidepools and nature trails. Walk through the largest seabird aviary in North America, or visit the rocky coast exhibit, where sea lions, seals and sea otters splash and play. Many fish tanks, hands on displays and interactive computers give you an education about Oregon's coasts and wetlands. The Ferry Slip Cafe features Oregon products such as Tillamook dairy products and Oregon fruit and seafood. Bay Boulevard is a popular tourist area, where restaurants, galleries, shops, and attractions such as Ripley's Believe it or Not and the Undersea Gardens are side by side with working canneries and fish-packing plants.
Parking is at a premium, so it pays to go early, or visit during a walk around town.
Numerous fishing charters are available to take visitors out for salmon and bottom fishing. Crabbing and clamming are also excellent in Yaqina Bay. Crab pots, clam shovels and guns and other equipment can be rented at local tackle shops. They will also offer tips on tides and techniques for these activities. The Festival features the best of Oregon's seafood and Northwest wines.