Things to Do With Toddlers in Portland, Oregon

Finding ways to entertain an active toddler may present a challenge at times. With beautiful outdoor parks, fascinating museums, cultural attractions and a diverse population, Portland, Oregon, offers families with toddlers many different types of activities. Cloudy and rainy weather conditions do exist at times; fortunately, Portland offers toddler-friendly attractions both indoors and out.

  1. Portland Children's Museum

    • The Portland Children's Museum provides interactive exhibits and activities for children of all ages. With rooms devoted to art, theater, insects, animals, music and science, your toddler will find plenty to do and explore. The museum even offers The Baby's Garden, a space for those three and under that encourages sensory exploration complete with a fish aquarium, slide and water stream. The museum operates Tuesday through Sunday.

      Portland Children's Museum

      4015 SW Canyon Road

      Portland, OR 97221

      503-223-6500

      portlandcm.org

    Oregon Zoo

    • The Oregon Zoo is the home of a diverse group of animals that will fascinate toddlers and young children. In addition to educational animal exhibits, the zoo also provides toddler and preschool programs. The zoo offers the Trillium Creek Family Farm where children can enjoy up-close visits with many different farm animals. Another thrill for toddlers is the authentic steam engine train that loops around the zoo. The zoo is open 364 days a year and provides free admission for children two and younger.

      Oregon Zoo

      4001 SW Canyon Road

      Portland, OR 97221

      503-226-1561

      oregonzoo.org

    Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

    • For rainy days or any day, try exploring the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry with your toddler. The museum features areas such as Earth Science Hall, Life Science Hall and Turbine Hall. The science playground offers activities specifically for children six years old and younger including sand and water, nature play, books and puppets and a discovery lab. The museum also offers an actual submarine, planetarium, OMNIMAX theater and laser shows. Children three years and younger receive free admission to the museum.

      Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

      1945 SE Water Ave.

      Portland, OR 97214

      503-797-4000

      omsi.edu

    Oaks Amusement Park

    • Oaks Amusement Park provides fun for kids both big and small. For toddlers and preschoolers the park offers a carousel, Ferris wheel, super slide and rides specifically for smaller children. The park even has a skating rink and offers a skate program in the fall and winter for children under age six which includes games, songs and snack time.

      Oaks Park Association

      7805 SE Oaks Park Way

      Portland, Oregon 97202

      503-233-5777

      oakspark.com

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