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1. Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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2. Portland Japanese Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Hatfield Marine Science Center

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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5. Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. Whale Research EcoExcursions

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7. Lan Su Chinese Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Wanderlust Tours

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9. Columbia River Maritime Museum

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. High Desert Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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11. Oregon Coast Aquarium

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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12. Hawthorne Gallery

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples

13. Powell's Books

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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14. Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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15. The Grotto

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16. Kiyokawa Family Orchards

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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17. Heceta Head Lighthouse

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. Willamette Valley

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19. John Day Fossil Beds

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20. Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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21. Oregon Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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22. South Coast Tours

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23. Vista House

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Oregon is a beautiful state filled with beaches, lakes, resorts, and unique attractions. Visit the Columbia River Maritime Museum, Portland Japanese Garden, Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, Oregon Observatory and other unique attractions. Top things to do in Oregon for families include the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Hatfield Marine Science Center and the High Desert Museum.

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