Find your new favorite book at a Portland original, Powell's Books. This chain of bookstores is spread throughout the Rose City's metropolitan areas, and claims to be the world's largest independent new and used bookstore. Don't miss special deals like the Dr. Seuss Sale or A Short Story Sale.
Take the family out for some fun at Electric Castle's Wunderland. The kids can run wild and conquer over 100 arcade games like ski ball, racing games, hydro boat racing, and other favorites. After you've burned all that energy on games, check out a movie together at the Avalon Theatre.
Indulge in the outdoor beauty found within the Leach Botanical Garden. The garden harbors a wide variety of native plants, including blooms that have been around since before the area was settled. If you want to dig a little deeper and get more insight to the garden's most beautiful flowers, take a look at the Botanical Library at Leach Garden.
Explore the world of fine arts through the galleries at the Portland Art Museum. As you walk through, you'll see works in a variety of media, including paintings, sculpture, installations, photography, mixed media and more. Highlights include the Schnitzer Sculpture Court and the Crumpacker Family Library.