If you've lived in the Pacific Northwest and ever wondered about the origin of those Jake the…read moreAlligator Man stickers, this is the review for you! Marsh's Free Museum is the legendary home of Jake himself (you can find him in the back). The shop is an absolute treasure trove of curiosities. It features a mix of your classic beach-town souvenirs alongside more "not-so-typical" fare, like unique books, sweatshirts, and even knives. If you have some spare quarters, the old-school mechanical games are a must-play! The service here has always been great, super attentive and friendly. As for value, some things are a little expensive, but they also have affordable stuff if you look hard enough. They are not any more expensive than any other shop in Long Beach. I always make it a point to stop here every single time I'm in Long Beach. Whether you're just starting your trek down the strip or looking for the perfect place to end your journey, this spot is a PNW essential.

This is the definition of a tourist trap. No museum found…read more Only antiques are mounted to the walls and not for sale

Visited on a Wednesday around 3pm; parking was easy and it was $18 a person. We aren't boat or…read moreseaside people by any means, but we still found ourselves learning new things and fascinated by this well done museum. The ticket comes with a tour of an actual boat, which we did first, it's a steep ladder to go down into the boat so I would recommend only to people in better health. You can walk on top of the boat as well if you can't go down inside. The actual museum itself is so well curated and has SO many rooms and exhibits to look at. They have 3D movie options which we didn't do, but the museum itself is beautifully done and worth it if you have time in Astoria.

It's enjoyable time for anyone who enjoys maritime or shipwreck history and activities. The staff…read moreis kind and helpful and the bathrooms were nice and clean. A cute little gift shop which is as usual pretty pricey with some more affordable options and nick nacks. Cool history, cool exhibits.

Lovely store!! We had a great time visiting on our cruise. Our smudge sprays and manifestation oils…read moreare divine! Thank you!!

What a lovely store! We got a bunch of nice handmade souvenirs for a good deal. Also, whoever made…read morethe catnip fish kicker, Frank gives it four paws up.

This one-room "exhibit" with a bunch of shark posters hung about is actually a front for a…read moretimeshare sell. Several salespeople wander around outside and inside the exhibit, snagging people and trying to get them to attend the hours-long timeshare presentation for "free." For your additional enjoyment, they have a video loop on constant play talking about how sharks are bloodthirsty for humans and all the horrible ways they are just waiting to eat you alive. Alarmist and ridiculous, total fear-mongering B.S. If you're really interested in the species, you'll do better watching Shark Week on the Discovery Channel.

I was approached on the prom to do a tour of the resort, I hadn't planned on it but in the end we…read moredecided if the service inside the resort is as good as we experienced in their shark exhibit, it might be worth it to see what they were offering. We did not purchase but we were so impressed we shared the offer with some family members who did. We've been to other resorts since and haven't had a bad experience yet but it all started here. Glad they talked me into it. We recently came back to Seaside & Im glad to see things haven't changed. Both our kids were given sharks teeth & cotton candy. They also suggested an even better seafood restaurant than the one we normally have dinner at that has become our new favorite. I was impressed because we weren't staying at the resort & they still remembered us from the last time we were there.

We just happened upon the Flavel House as we drove into Astoria. You buy your ticket at the…read morecarriage house which has a little gift shop, a carriage room to look at, and a little room to watch a brief video of the Flavel history. I was quite surprised. The house is beautifully kept. Everything was in such pristine condition. I was a little bummed that they take your ticket cause it would be such a cute little memento. I should've asked if I could have kept it but oh well.

This house was absolutely breathtaking. It has to be one of the best cared for house museums I've…read moreever visited. I was shocked to hear from the docent that it was in bad shape many decades ago before it opened as a museum. Grand, high ceilings and immaculate furnishings. The docent noted to me that it doesn't have "old house smell" -- she was right! This is a great place to learn some Astoria history from a prominent Astoria family!

Nice gallery with an assortment of items from ceramics to jewelry and paintings and most everything…read morein between. Not too large that you feel overwhelmed.

This unpretentious eclectic gallery is filled with local crafts, jewelry, ceramics, cards,…read morepaintings and prints that span the price range so there is something for everyone's budget. What is also unique as far as Cannon Beach galleries go, this shop is not filled with shells, starfish, sunset and beach scenes. How refreshing! Just because we are at the beach, doesn't mean we have homes decorated in an ocean theme. In the jewelry area, you will find lots of unique pairs of earrings and necklaces, many with a vintage touch. Lots of freshwater pearl designs, lots of silver. The last visit I fell in love with the ceramic vessels, so simple, beautiful, and functional with a little pop of color. During Covid they are limiting customers and require masks, which I appreciate. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable about the artists, and happy to provide assistance. At the same time, they allow you to wander and enjoy on your own, which is always my preference. I like to take my time, see if something catches my eye and makes a personal connection, without feeling pressure. I stop in this lovely little gallery every time I'm in Cannon Beach to see what treasure I can find. Since they rotate local artists, it's easy to find something new for myself or a gift for a friend.

We Love visiting here when in Cannon Beach- we never leave empty handed. Very reasonable prices for…read morebeautifully framed art.

If you are seeking affordable wall art of local beach scenes, this is the gallery for you…read more Literally packed with hundreds and hundreds of prints and photographs in every imaginable size, some framed, others not, there is something for everyone's taste and space. Lots of gorgeous photography from Ron Keebler on the walls. Of course there are lots of prints and photographs of iconic Haystack Rock and Ecola State Park that are Just incredibly beautiful, captured in various weather conditions from bright blue sunny days, mist and rain, and sunsets in orange & yellow or pinks & purples. Breathtaking. While the colorful images are spectacular, I found the black and white photographs to be quite moving and am considering a large print for my master bathroom. If you aren't in the market for wall art, no worries, there are other items as well. There are lots souvenirs like coasters, greeting cards, plaques, shells and even some jewelry from local artists. Everything, including the wall art, is very affordable. Nothing pretentious about this shop or the items contained within. Definitely worth a stop if you are visiting from out of state, from other parts of Oregon or even a local. Just know the store is often crowded making it a challenge to navigate because it's full of inventory. When possible, I visit during the week.

We parked on the street in front of this shop to walk around and walk the beach so we stopped in to…read morelook and watch the glass making. Some beautiful pieces inside, seashore themed, are for sale in all various sizes, shapes and colors. This is an active kiln and you can participate in shops, watch the work, and do special orders as well. Staff were kind and it's small inside so easy to stop in and see quickly.

Visited during a recent trip to Cannon Beach. A wonderful…read morestudio and gallery of blown glass. Friendly owners and opportunity to watch artists blowing glass on site. I fell in love with a beautiful piece by Suzanne Kindland. It now graces a book shelf in my living room~