Family-Friendly Attractions In Portland
Oregon Zoo
★4.5 (22062)64-acre zoo featuring elephants, polar bears & other animal exhibits emphasizing conservation.
4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221, United States
Washington Park
★4.7 (15756)Huge park with varied attractions including zoo, rose garden, Japanese garden & 12 miles of trails. · Dogs allowed
4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221, United States
OMSI
★4.5 (8455)Rotating shows, science labs, submarine tours & planetarium at a museum with monthly 21+ events.
1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214, United States
International Rose Test Garden
★4.8 (8340)City-maintained rose test gardens founded in 1917, featuring 10,000+ plants in manicured displays. · Dogs allowed
400 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205, United States
Pioneer Courthouse Square
★4.4 (8115)Called the city's "living room," this plaza is set beside an 1875 courthouse & hosts regular events. · Dogs allowed
701 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, United States
Pittock Mansion
★4.7 (7464)23-room mansion from 1914 now a museum, featuring gardens, period furnishings & scenic views.
3229 NW Pittock Dr, Portland, OR 97210, United States
Portland Japanese Garden
★4.5 (7165)Many styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view.
611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205, United States
Oaks Amusement Park
★4.4 (6946)Family-oriented, circa-1905 amusement park offering wooden skating rink, mini-golf & picnic grounds.
7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202, United States
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
★4.5 (6242)Riverfront green belt featuring public art, historical monuments, paved paths & a fountain. · Dogs allowed
98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204, United States
Mt. Tabor Park
★4.8 (6189)Large forested park covering an extinct volcano with tennis courts, a playground & 360-degree views. · Dogs allowed
SE 60th Ave &, SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97215, United States
Portland Art Museum
★4.6 (5646)₹₹₹Collection of Asian, American, Native American & European art, plus touring shows & film screenings.
1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205, United States
Forest Park
★4.8 (3484)5,000+-acre wooded area with trails for hiking, biking & bird-watching, including a 30-mile route. · Dogs allowed
Portland, OR 97231, United States
Lan Su Chinese Garden
★4.6 (3368)₹₹Tranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop.
239 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, United States
Powell Butte Nature Park
★4.7 (3287)Family-friendly natural area with plenty of hiking, biking & equestrian trails among scenic vistas. · Dogs allowed
16160 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97236, United States
Peninsula Park
★4.8 (3001)Neighborhood park offering tennis & basketball courts, a playground, walking paths & picnic sites. · Dogs allowed
700 N Rosa Parks Way, Portland, OR 97217, United States
The Grotto
★4.7 (2755)Cliffside Catholic sanctuary known for its Pieta sculpture in a grotto & serene botanical gardens.
8840 NE Skidmore St, Portland, OR 97220, United States
Rocky Butte Natural Area
★4.6 (2487)Out-of-the-way option for relaxing on the grass amid sweeping views of the city, airport & river. · Dogs allowed
3102 NE Rocky Butte Rd, Portland, OR 97220, United States
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
★4.8 (2465)658-acre forested area along a ravine with well-maintained trails for hikers, horses & leashed dogs. · Dogs allowed
Portland, OR, United States
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
★4.8 (2249)Park with 2,500+ plants that bloom in spring & summer, plus year-round water features & trails. · Dogs allowed
5801 SE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97202, United States
Council Crest Park
★4.7 (1967)Hilltop park since 1937 offering panoramic city views, hiking paths, & dog-off-leash & picnic areas. · Dogs allowed
1120 SW Council Crest Dr, Portland, OR 97239, United States
Hoyt Arboretum
★4.9 (1953)190-acre park with thousands of native, global & endangered trees, plus 12 miles of hiking trails. · Dogs allowed
4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221, United States
Sellwood Riverfront Park
★4.6 (1738)Waterside recreation area featuring a boat dock, playground, picnic tables & an off-leash dog park. · Dogs allowed
1221 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202, United States
Westmoreland Park
★4.6 (1630)This lush strip of land with multiple sport fields & courts & a play area is known for its pond. · Dogs allowed
7530 SE 22nd Ave, Portland, OR 97202, United States
Mt. Scott Park
★4.5 (1428)Neighborhood park featuring 11 acres of trees & recreational facilities, plus a community center. · Dogs allowed
SE 72nd Ave &, SE Harold St, Portland, OR 97206, United States
Willamette Park
★4.6 (1170)Waterfront woodland park offers a boat ramp & canoe launch, riverside walking paths & picnic areas. · Dogs allowed
6500 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97219, United States
Witch's Castle
★4.3 (1110)On the Lower Macleay Trail, this old stone building with no roof is surrounded by dense woodland.
Lower Macleay Trail, Portland, OR 97210, United States
Keller Fountain Park
★4.5 (1100)This park's namesake is an angular concrete fountain, evocative of the Northwest's waterfalls. · Dogs allowed
SW 3rd Ave &, SW Clay St, Portland, OR 97201, United States
Oregon Rail Heritage Center
★4.7 (1073)Indoor museum housing historic exhibits & multiple restored trains, some of which are operational.
2250 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214, United States
Jamison Square
★4.5 (989)Parents & kids flock to this sunny square with funky totem polls & a wading-friendly fountain. · Dogs allowed
810 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, United States
Salmon Street Springs
★4.5 (913)Street-level water fountain & splash pad with 185 jets spraying computer-generated patterns. · Dogs allowed
1000 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204, United States
Bird Alliance of Oregon (Formerly Portland Audubon)
★4.7 (906)150-acre nature preserve with 4 miles of hiking trails, bird-watching, interpretive center & store.
5151 NW Cornell Rd, Portland, OR 97210, United States
Director Park
★4.4 (886)A popular lunch spot, this lively urban plaza offers a giant chess game, seating areas & a fountain. · Dogs allowed
815 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205, United States
Kenton Park
★4.4 (872)Modest recreation area with paved walking trails,athletic courts & fields plus a picnic area. · Dogs allowed
8417 N Brandon Ave, Portland, OR 97217, United States
Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge
★4.6 (849)1.5-acre refuge features wetlands & deciduous forest with foot/bike paths, native plants & wildlife. · Dogs allowed
SE Sellwood Blvd & SE 7th Avenue, 10830 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202, United States
Gateway Discovery Park
★4.4 (836)· Dogs allowed
10520 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220, United States
Cully Park
★4.5 (820)· Dogs allowed
5810 NE 72nd Ave., Portland, OR 97220, United States
Marquam Nature Park
★4.6 (717)193 acres of undeveloped land & over 5 miles of hiking trails with forested scenic views. · Dogs allowed
Main entrance:, SW Marquam St, Portland, OR 97201, United States
Wilshire Park
★4.5 (715)A 14.4-acre park open since 1940 with a playground, ball fields, dog-run & picnic areas. · Dogs allowed
4116 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97212, United States
Pirate Park
★4.6 (673)· Dogs allowed
Near NW Energia Street between NW Brandberry Drive and, NW Graf St, Portland, OR 97229, United States
Tanner Springs Park
★4.6 (640)A wall made of train tracks & hand-painted fused glass runs along this park on former wetlands.
NW 10th Ave & Marshall Street, Portland, OR 97209, United States
Kʰunamokwst Park
★4.6 (590)· Dogs allowed
5200 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97218, United States
Spring Garden Park
★4.7 (518)· Dogs allowed
3332 SW Spring Garden St, Portland, OR 97219, United States
Redwood Observation Deck
★4.9 (450)Wildwood Trail, Portland, OR 97205, United States
Pioneer Square
★4.3 (411)701 SW 6th Ave #1, Portland, OR 97204, United States
World Forestry Center
★4.4 (392)Hands-on exhibits are designed to teach visitors about the sustainability of forests & trees.
4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221, United States
Elizabeth Caruthers Park
★4.5 (390)This 2-acre landscaped green space features walkways, a bocce court, public art & a splash pad. · Dogs allowed
3508 S Moody Ave, Portland, OR 97239, United States
Oregon Historical Society
★4.5 (349)Rotating exhibits give insight into state history, art & more in building with 8-story-high murals.
1200 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205, United States
South Waterfront Park
★4.5 (300)· Dogs allowed
2001 S River Dr, Portland, OR 97201, United States
Harper's Playground
★4.6 (285)Arbor Lodge Park Path, Portland, OR 97217, United States
Eastbank Esplanade
★4.4 (271)· Dogs allowed
SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97214, United States