Attractions in Portland Oregon

Beverly Cleary Sculpture Garden for Children  Ramona Quimby is the beloved young heroine of Beverly Cleary's whimsical books about growing up in Northeast Portland. She has been immortalized, along with Henry Huggins and Henry's dog Ribsy, in the Beverly Cleary Sculpture Garden for Children in Portland's Grant Park (which is four blocks from the real Klickitat Street).

Crystal Dolphin Yacht  A wide variety of cruises available for you to enjoy. Our experienced Captains offer outdoor narration on lunch, brunch and dinner cruises, and our engineers offer sailor training for the young sailor on all cruises.

Oaks Amusement Park   Surrounded by the same stately trees for which it was named, The Oaks, in Portland, Oregon in 2005 will celebrate its 100th consecutive year of operation, making it one of the oldest continuously operating amusement parks in America.

Oregon Museum of Science & Industry (OMSI)    Founded in 1944 and one of the nation's top ten science museums, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry is a world-class tourist attraction and educational resource that puts the "WOW!" in science for the kid in each of us.

Oregon Zoo  Our zoo has 1,029 animals representing 200 species, nine major exhibits, an elephant museum, an art and photo gallery and our very own zoo railway. Our zoo began in the back of a Portland pharmacy in 1887 and has seen a rich 100 plus years of history, and we have great plans for the future, which are driven by our vision and seven stated values.

Portland Art Museum   The mission of the Portland Art Museum is to serve the public by providing access to art of enduring quality, by educating a diverse audience about art and by collecting and preserving a wide range of art for the enrichment of present and future generations

Portland Spirit River Cruises   Your riverboat dining experience aboard the Portland Spirit includes fresh Northwest cuisine prepared in our on board galley, superb service, beautiful views of Portland's downtown skyline and live entertainment . . . all this and your own personal table

Sternwheeler Rose  The 'Rose'  will carry you upriver through the Holgate Channel where you may spot one or more of the eight nesting pairs of Bald Eagles, or sprey that fish these waters. Watch for playful River Otters along the banks of the Willamette. Peaceful scenery, wildlife, views of unique floating homes and relaxation are just a few of the amenities offered by your Captain and Crew!

Willamette Jetboat Excursions  Catch a glimpse of Blue Herons searching for food, Bald Eagles and Osprey nesting along the river. Skim past luxury riverfront homes and floating homes on your way to an up-close look at the spectacular Willamette Falls, stopping within reach of the thundering 40 foot waterfall.

Columbia Gorge Discovery Center  Gallery Talks and Demonstrations feature presentations by special guest speakers, Forest Service Interpreters and museum docents in our picturesque River Gallery against a stunning view of the Columbia River. Presenters draw their topics from our permanent exhibits to expand your tour of the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum

The Portland Rose Gardens Portland Parks & Recreation is the proud steward of three acclaimed rose gardens. As the 'City of Roses,' we take this job very seriously. Each garden is different from the other with an essence all its own. Take a leisurely stroll, have a picnic, bring your camera! Time spent in a Portland rose garden is indeed a pleasurable experience!