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The Portland Art Museum in downtown Portland is central to the city's cultural district, housing a large and wide-ranging collection of artworks.
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Indoors

The city is overflowing with fun indoor activities to keep anyone both dry and entertained.

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The Portland Art Museum in downtown Portland is central to the city's cultural district, housing a large and wide-ranging collection of artworks.
Credit: Catalina Gaitan

Rainy Day Activities

These local attractions offer a respite from the rain, along with hours of entertainment.

Portland Art Museum

The Portland Art Museum is central to the city's cultural district, housing a large and wide-ranging collection of artworks.

Portland Theater

Portland has a well-established network of venues and theater companies and an increasingly dynamic and diverse small theater scene.

Oregon Historical Society

The museum’s collection includes more than 85,000 pieces, including Native American artifacts and the “Portland Penny."

Brew 'N' View Theaters

Portland’s beloved “brew ‘n’ view” movie theaters run the gamut from funky to swanky, serving up all manner of drinks, food and films.

Powell’s City of Books

Covering an entire city block, Powell's is a landmark, a great bookstore and a microcosm of the city itself.

Portland Bookstores, Beyond Powell’s

Don't stop with the largest independent bookstore in the world; these seven other shops offer an abundance of literary riches.

Lloyd Shopping

With Lloyd Center’s 150+ stores, and more shops on Northeast Broadway, Lloyd offers a bounty of shopping options close to downtown.

Oaks Skating Rink

Lace up your skates and roll around this large, meticulously maintained wooden floor beneath the mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ.

Eight Coffee Shops Made for Reading

Pick up a winning read at one of Portland’s many independent bookstores and curl up in a cozy corner of one of these eight local coffee shops.

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Indoors with Kids

Keep little ones entertained (and dry) with these kid-friendly activities and attractions.

Indoor Activities for Children

When Portland's weather prevents kids from running around outside, families can choose from dozens of awesome indoor activities.

Children’s Theater

Portland's children's theater companies introduce kids to live theater and teaches them people in costumes are fun, not scary.

Indoor Children’s Play Areas

Banish your children’s boredom at Portland’s parent-approved play zones, including castles, bounce houses, obstacle courses and malls.

Get Cozy

When skies turn grey, locals indulge in these belly- and soul-warming activities.

Portland’s Coziest Fireplaces and Fire Pits

Portland winters are usually mild, but the city offers all sorts of welcoming places to warm up. Relax next to one of our favorite fireplaces in Portland.

Portland Soup Spots

Whether you’re craving ramen, Mexican pozole or classic chicken noodle, these local soup spots will warm you from the inside out.

Portland Bookstores, Beyond Powell’s

Don't stop with the largest independent bookstore in the world; these seven other shops offer an abundance of literary riches.

Where to Soak in Portland

Ready to relax? Practice aquatic self-care at these welcoming, all-weather float and soak spots.

Soak It Up: Hot Springs Around Portland

Winter in Portland means plenty of rain, which is the perfect weather for fully appreciating a steamy dip in one of Portland's nearby hot springs.

Portland Ramen Restaurants

The Portland ramen scene has exploded in recent years, spurred by the arrival of two authentic eateries straight from Tokyo.