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Oregon Zoo
World Forestry Center
Portland Aerial Tram
Oregon Maritime Museum
OMSI
Floating World Comics
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
The Portland Farmers Market
Voodoo Doughnut
Washington Park
Grand Central Baking Company
Virtuous Pie
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Oaks Amusement Park
Forest Park
The Maize at The Pumpkin Patch
Lan Su Chinese Garden
- Portland is a kid-friendly city with beautiful green parks, diverse attractions, and fun activities, perfect for a weekend getaway filled with new adventures.
- Ride the Aerial Tram to get a unique view of the city from above, snack on fresh fruit at the farmers market, see rare animals at the zoo, and spend an afternoon at the world-renowned Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.
- On a sunny day, a picnic in Washington Park, followed by a mouthwatering dessert at a local café or bakery, are some of the best things to do in Portland with kids.
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