Florence, Oregon — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Oregon, United States.
Served by Florence Municipal Airport (FMU).

History

Florence is a coastal city in Lane County, in the U.S. state of Oregon. It lies at the mouth of the Siuslaw River on the Pacific Ocean and about midway between Newport to the north and Coos Bay to the south along U.S. Route 101. As of August 14, 2023, the city has a total population of 9,553.

Airports

Florence Municipal Airport (FMU) 0.6 mi to the centre

Florence, OR, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Wakonda Beach State Airport 27 mi to the centre

Waldport, OR, US

Outdoor

Elkton Airfield 36 mi to the centre

Elkton, OR, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Florence Municipal Airport (FMU); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Florence, Oregon. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.