Bandon Explorer Guide

Places to Go and Things to Do in Bandon and Nearby! Find Events, Shops, Restaurants, Hotels, Outdoor Activities, Cultural Experiences, Spas and more right here.

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The Bandon Explorer Guide© is a free online guide for visitors and locals to get a quick glance of places to go and things to see. This list was created by a local business so you gain true insider information. Sponsored listings are available (see the information below).

Beauty & Wellness:

Sponsored: Young Wellness Bandon is an award-winning spa and center for wellness, offering Spray Tan Services. Vichy spa treatments, Japanese Head Spa, Facials, Therapeutic Massage, Infrared Sauna, Relaxing Lounge, Wellness and Beauty Products, Events, Counseling and much more. To book an appointment, fill in the contact form or text practitioners directly.

Fitness Centers & Spas - Young Wellness, Bandon Dunes Spa & Fitness, Bandon Fitness

Hair and Nails: Vicki G Hair Salon, Tangles Salon, Hair Club, Sondee's Beauty Salon, Debbie's Hair Station, Glitter N Glow Salon, Mick's Hair Surgeons, All About You Nails & Massage, Hands & Tans, Hillside Hair & Nail Studio. Beauty Unleashed, Lacie's Place

Holistic Services: Violet Flame Collective, Well Within Acupuncture, Wildrose Acupuncture. Anatomiaed Wellness & Stress Management (North Bend), Young Wellness

Yoga & Tai Chi: Dockside Dharma Yoga, Marlo Dance Company, The Barn (chair yoga)

Coos Art Museum

Cultural Activities:

Enjoy cultural and educational experiences at our local community center and theater, as well as other places around town hosting events.

Art Galleries: Art by the Sea Gallery, Bandon Gallery, Bandon Library Gallery, High Tide Gallery, Ivy House Gallery & Gifts, Second Street Gallery, Studio Ten95, Fan & Flame Gallery, Art 101, McCue's Art & Antiques, RiverSide Studio

Art & History Museums: Bandon Historical Society Museum, The Hughes House and Cape Blanco, Coos History Museum, Coos Art Museum

Theater & Concerts: Sprague Theater (plays, concerts and events at the Community Center Theater), Redfish Series, Bandon Library ("BLFF") Concerts

Tours: Bandon Bites, Bandon Tours (history)

Fun Activities:

Where the Coquille River meets the Pacific Ocean! Take leisurely walks on the stunning beaches, bluffs, and boardwalk where you will spot wildlife and enjoy nature and fun activities.

Arcades: Finn's Family Fun Arcade

Beaches: Oregon Islands, Devil's Kitchen, Bullards Beach State Park, Bandon Oregon Coast Walk. Activities: Agate Searching, Kite Flying, Circles in the Sand, The Tunnel at Battle Rock Park (Port Orford),

Fishing & Water Sports: Prowler Charters (deep sea charter fishing). Crabbing on the Dock with snares and pots, Bandon Bait Shop (fishing), Surfing, Paddleboard and Kayaking (unguided do at your own risk)

Friends of Bandon Parks & Recreation List of Parks, Pickleball, Bike Racks and more.

Gardening: Dragonfly Farm Nursery, Hennick's Home Center, Country Road Nursery, Stillwater Natives Nursery, Bandon's Homegrown Plants

Golf Courses: Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon Dunes Shorty's, Bandon Disc Golf Course, Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Driving Range) Bandon Crossings Golf Course

Hiking & Cycling: Trail books and maps can be found at Winter River Books but here are a few to check out: Whiskey Run Trails and Mountain Biking, Shore Acres Garden and Trails (Charleston), South Slough Trails (Charleston)

Horseback Riding: Bandon Beach Riding Stables, Sapphire Farms (mindfulness)

Scenic Points of Interest: Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint and other sea stacks to explore, driving the scenic Beach Loop Road, visiting the Coquille River Lighthouse at Bullards Beach State Park, and strolling through the shops and galleries of Old Town Bandon.

Outdoor Activities: Birdwatching for puffins and seals, crabbing and clamming on the Coquille River, and searching for art installations like Circles in the Sand and more.

Event Listings:

• Local Events: Eventbrite 

• Chamber: Bandon Chamber of Commerce

• Art & Wine Walks: Greater Bandon Association

• Bandon Library: Bandon Library Events 

• Community Center (aka The Barn) & Theater: Bandon Events  

• Coos County Calendar of Events: Coos Calendar

• Healing Sanctuary Workshops: Violet Flame Collective

• Langlois Farm & Nursery Events: Dragonfly Farm & Nursery  

• Classical Piano at Shore Acres: In a Landscape

Restaurants, Cafes, Markets and More:

For such a small town, you'll be amazed by the many great places to eat and convenient markets from casual to upscale alongside international choices.

Restaurants Casual: Bandon Brewing, Bandon Fish Market, Bandon Rain, Fish & Chips Chowder House, Gemini Lounge, Old Town Tap & Grill, Pastries and Pizza, Broken Anchor Bar and Grill, The Station, Tony's Crab Shack, The Wheelhouse/The Nest. Bandon Dunes (Tufted Puffin Lounge, Trails End, McKee's Pub), 2 Mile Bistro, The Bait Shop, Facerock Creamery, Billy Smoothboars, B&B Burgers (Food Truck).

Restaurants Upscale: Lord Bennett's, Alloro Bar & Grill, The Loft Restaurant & Bar,

Bandon Dunes (Ghost Tree Grill and Pacific Coast Grill)

Restaurants International: Angelo's Italy, Heavenly Italian, Asian Garden, Bandon Sushi, Foley's Irish Pub, La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, Rancho Viejo Mexican Restaurant, Pablo's Corner, Tufted Puffin Lounge (Italian/Bandon Dunes)

Surrounding Area: Wild Oats (North Bend), Redfish (Port Orford)

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Bars & Tasting Rooms: Steel Wagon Distillery, Bandon Rain (ciders), Gemini Lounge

Cafes & Bakeries: Bandon Coffee, Warehouse Coffee Cafe, Bandon Bakery

Caterers: The Grazing Board & More, Wild Flour Public House (North Bend), Black Market Gourmet (Coos Bay). Some local restaurants also offer catering services.

Chocolates & Sweets: Bandon Sweets & Treats, Cranberry Sweets and More, Coastal Mist, Big Wheel General Store and Fudge Factory

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Farms: Valley Flora, Hartnell's Farm, Farmer's Market (Farm & Sea Fri-Sat)

Grocery Stores and Wine: The Beverage Barn (wine), Ray's Market, McCay's Market, Wilson's Market, Brother's Market, Birdie's Market

Health Food: Rawsome Juices and Smoothies, Mother's Natural Grocery

Shopping & Retail:

Stroll through the quaint village of Bandon, where you will find lovely shops and restaurants. Enjoy the breeze as you stroll along the harbor overlooking the Coquille River.

Art and Craft Supplies: High Tide Gallery, Sew Crafty

Book & Gift Stores: Winter River Books & Gallery, The Sassy Seagull, The Toy Room, Bandon Card & Gift Shop, By the Sea Treasures, Bob's Blades

Clothing & Jewelry Shops: Devon's Boutique, The Loft on 2nd Boutique, Spirit of Oregon, The Cobbler's Bench, Fan the Flame Designs Jewelry & Gifts

Consignment & Thrift Shops: Begin Agains Consignment Shop, Bree's Upscale Resale, VickiLyn's by the Sea, Pok-a-dot Thrift Store (Art 101)

Flowers, Baskets, Soap: Abundant Blooms, Little Oregon Girl Soap & Baskets

Furniture & Decorative Accessories: Hallman's Furniture & Cabinetry, Baja Imports

Vintage Shops: Sweet Pea Vintage Home and Garden, Studio Ten95, Neat Old Stuff Antiques, McCue's Art & Antiques

Local Promotions and Resources:

Facebook: Various groups post happenings and updates

Locals: Next Door (download the app to access updates)

Visitors: Check flyers posted locally in cafes and shop windows

Social Media: Facebook Groups (check for groups of interest)

Local News: The World Newspaper, Bandon Western World, Southern Coos Hospital Health Wave Newsletter (subscribe)

Need a Place to Stay? Thinking about Moving to Bandon?

Featured Hotel: Windermere on the Beach

Long-term Rentals: Zillow.com, Homes.com

Midterm Rentals: FurnishedFinder.com (30 days+)

Vacation Rentals: VRBO.com, AirBNB.com

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