With summer vacation right around the corner, now is the best time to plan where to take the family on vacation. Whether you are an Oregon local or looking to travel out of state this summer, we have the perfect destination for your family in Seaside, OR. Our charming beach town has something for every family, whether you want to spend your time hiking, relaxing at the beach, or visiting marine life at the aquarium. The Seashore Inn on the Beach offers a family-friendly hotel near all of the fabulous indoor and outdoor activities available. See for yourself why Seaside is one of the best Oregon Coast family vacation destinations.
7 Things to Do During an Oregon Coast Family Vacation
1. Spend Time at the Beach
The Seashore Inn is located directly on the beachfront, so fun at the beach is just steps away from your hotel room! Go swimming, build a sandcastle, watch for whales, or try razor clamming and dig for dinner together.
2. Feed the Seals at Seaside Aquarium
Seaside Aquarium has a long tradition in Seaside and is one of the oldest on the West Coast. Your kids will have a unique opportunity to feed the seals here and touch starfish and sea urchins at the Discovery Center.
3. Have Fun at the Arcade
Spend an afternoon at Funland Seaside and play fun arcade games for fantastic prizes. Play games like skeeball, bumper cars, pinball, guitar hero, and air hockey. You can also grab a slice of Fultano’s Pizza here when you get hungry!
4. Stroll the Promenade
We are seconds away from the famous promenade, an ideal walking and biking area for families with little ones! The prom stretches for 1.5 miles offering fantastic ocean views and several shops and restaurants along the way.
5. Take a Unique Photo Together
Make your Oregon Coast family vacation memories last a lifetime with the Seaside Inverted Experience. This is a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity where your photo will appear upside down with a creative backdrop.
6. Discover Sweet Treats
The Seaside Candyman is the best place to find sweet treats in town. They are best known for their homemade salt water taffy with over 180 delicious flavors! But you can also find chocolate, ice cream, fudge, cotton candy, and popcorn here!
7. End the Day with a Campfire at the Beach
The Seashore Inn on the Beach offers a campfire and smores package for the perfect way to end your day in Seaside. We will gather all the essentials for you, including firewood, chocolate, graham crackers, marshmallows, matches, and roasting rods.
Family-Friendly Hotel in Seaside, OR
Seaside offers a wonderful place to escape for an Oregon Coast family vacation. There is something for everyone here, from outdoor adventurers to beach bums. The Seashore Inn offers the perfect lodging for families with 54 rooms on the beach! We recommend our Deluxe Rooms for families equipped with two queen beds and beautiful ocean views. We can’t wait to welcome your family to Seaside this summer!