Attractions
A variety of sites to be seen can be found throughout the Beaverton region. Educational museums, vineyards and more can be found throughout the community, ideal for visitors of all ages to enjoy. And with its proximity of less than eight miles to the big city of Portland, residents and visitors to Beaverton are afforded additional access to a number of additional must-see attractions.
BEAVERTON WINERIES
With its location in the Pacific Northwest wine country, Beaverton itself is home to two vineyards; and it is surrounded by hundreds of others. For a complete listing of wineries in the area, visit www.winesnw.com.
Cooper Mountain Vineyards
9480 SW Grabhorn Road, Beaverton, OR 97007
*Tasting room is open from Noon to 5:00 p.m. daily.
Ponzi Vineyards
14665 SW Winery Lane, Beaverton, OR 97007
*Tasting Room is open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
Hundreds of interactive exhibits and plenty of opportunities for education through camps and classes are offered through the 219,000 square foot Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. Popular highlights to discover here include the OMNIMAX Theater, the Northwest’s largest Planetarium, the U.S.S. Blueback Submarine, Laser Shows and a Motion Simulator.
Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221
There is plenty to see and do for children and adults at the Oregon Zoo. Aside from its collection of more than 1,000 animals and 1,000 species of plants comprising its botanical garden, the zoo offers award-winning programming for all ages.
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
Browse through the beauty and splendor of the 5.5-acre Portland Japanese Garden, featuring five distinct gardens.
Washington County Museum
17677 NW Springville Road, Portland, OR 97229
A quick 15-minute drive will bring guests to the extensive Washington County Museum, sponsored by the Washington County Historical Society. Browse through the museum’s comprehensive collection of Washington County artifacts, its assortment of permanent and traveling exhibits or participate in a variety of educational offerings.
World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum
4033 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR 97221
Situated within Washington Park, the World Forestry Center offers visitors the chance to learn about the importance of forests and trees through the 20,000 square foot Discovery Museum. Guests can take advantage of a wealth of modern hands-on exhibits, as well as gallery space featuring a variety of art exhibits.
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