We always love to support local artist Mike Bennet and we were so excited to check out this new…read moreaquarium! This is in the heart of downtown Portland (kitty corner from Pioneer Square) so MAX is probably the easiest but we also found parking garage close by on Alder. There was only one person working there but she was so friendly and we were able to look around while we waited for our turn to go inside. (Side note: love that the decor in the bathroom documents all the planning and construction process of this place!) You get a super well-made adventure book to check off all the sea creatures in the book while learning about them. Our favorites were the sea sheep and the deep sea creatures. What up Blobfish! It only took us about 45 minutes to go through the whole place but they do give you a secret code word for the day so you can come back as many times as you want in a day which is great. We love to see a local artist succeed! Please come support and experience this magical place for yourself!

Super fun place for kids and even adults! Had a play date with a friend and our kids had so much…read morefun searching for all the sea creatures. The gift shop was super cute too - hard not to buy anything! The space is a little tight for a big stroller (had a double stroller with me) but it was still manageable.

I heard high praises about this zoo and had no idea it was a big deal! But we actually had a great…read moretime and it was definitely one of the better zoos that we have been to. I feel like often times the zoo in the summer can be pretty empty and most animals are either asleep or not even visible. But on this visit, we pretty much saw every animal available with the exception of the polar bears - but they have a camera on them in their room so we technically saw them sleeping. I especially loved the elephant area because of the large outdoor space, and the indoor viewing where you can sit on stadium style seating and just watch them roam. We were lucky enough to view a baby elephant during our visit too. The layout of the zoo itself is pretty self-explanatory and I really liked the different areas for little kids. We came across two separate sandpit areas that made for a nice break for both the kids and parents from all the walking!

I've been to the Oregon Zoo twice. The first time was last December for Zoo Lights (highly…read morerecommend!), and a couple of weeks ago, my daughter and I made new core memories on a summertime mom-and-daughter day at the zoo. You're never too old for a mom-and-daughter zoo outing! The Oregon Zoo has a lovely layout, and the animals seem to have room to move and be. The Great Northwest zone was especially captivating and preserved a feeling of being in the wild. I was especially happy to see the expansive habitat for their elephants. I grew up going to the San Francisco Zoo, which always made me sad because the elephants were kept in a small enclosure with cinderblock walls. The Oakland Zoo had a decently-sized elephant enclosure, but sadly, they no longer have elephants. It was such a privilege to see this happy herd, especially Tula-Tu and Mama Rose. Since moving here, I've missed the sea otter raft at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, so I was delighted to experience sea otters again. They have a sizable habitat. The harbor seals exhibit was also a favorite! It looks like they're expanding the on-premises food offerings/seating, which is great. During our two visits, the food trucks didn't appear to be open during their posted operating hours. We arrived at opening time to ensure parking and to get a jump on the summer crowds. We comfortably spent a few hours lingering at favorite exhibits and treated ourselves to some "elephant ears" (cinnamon-sugar donuts). The Oregon Zoo is well worth a visit for kids of all ages. :)

OMSI is a museum that is full of natural sciences, physics, and innovation. Though very large with…read morea theater and planetarium, I'd heed the warnings from other Yelp reviews: this museum is for kids!! Not adults!! I truly didn't look at Yelp before buying tickets to the museum and a showing of the planetarium. My fiancé and I finished walking the museum in 30 minutes because it was full of children from camp. We weren't going to play or interact with the museums when children were there and it was sciences we already knew. I was saddened thinking it was a museum for adults. In addition, we absolutely bought the wrong tickets for the planetarium. We ended up at a KPOP Delon Hunters Laser Show. We didn't know what to expect. Whoever made the show did an exceptional job, but we wanted to see something that completely encompasses the entire planetarium. Ultimately, perfect for children. Not adults. The 4 stars is that it is still a great museum.... For children.

I think for the value of the Family Membership, OMSI gets 5 stars. Hot tip, purchase the year-long…read moremembership during Black Friday when it's 20% off and stretch your dollar even further! My kids can spend the whole morning or afternoon here. There's something for everyone, from toddlers to high schoolers, adults and beyond. I always learn something new here too. Bonus, mention that you're a member in the gift shop and get 10% off your purchase.

Great customer service. They helped me get my neglected water feature back up and running like new.read more

My tank looks amazing! They always do a tremendous job! I highly recommend it. Their service is…read moretop-notch.

I have become a pretty regular customer lately. I cannot say enough good things about the quality…read moreof the fish, the selection, the health, the great prices, and most of all, the helpfulness and knowledge of Alyssa. She gives really great care advice that makes sense and makes me feel confident that I am not going to kill these beautiful animals. I can tell you now that I have some of the happiest Apistogramma Cacatuoides and Kribensis (Nigeria Red) living in full community tanks. I can also tell you that I paid 1/3 the price for each of those fish that I would have paid if I went anywhere else. One more plus is supporting a locally owned and owner operated business. I Highly recommend as probably the fish/aquarium store in the area for a "fish nerd" like me who wants something a little different and does not want to have to worry about its health or leaving the store without knowing what to expect from that fish and how to care for it.

Just wanted to give a shoutout to the owner of this place. Needed some guppy grass for a biology…read moreclass I teach. Was expecting to pay for it when I showed up but donated it because he wanted help out since it was education related. Really appreciate the generosity!!!

Who would have thought to put a hatchery as one of their stop on their vacay adventures???? WE DID…read moreand heck ya, i would recommend it. Not just information on the salmon, but the ground. In the garden, it is tucked in the woods with well manicured landscaping adorned with beautiful flowers. Inside the visitor center is a quick video of what they do. Very informative Highly recommend

We love visiting hatcheries and Bonneville did not dissapoint. We came to help celebrate Herman the…read moreSturgeon's birthday. Parking was plentiful despite the increase in people present. There were cupcakes to celebrate, birthday hats, Herman pictures to color, and a raffle. We enjoyed the coffee shop/gift store and picked up a new fridge magnet and some peanut butter fudge. Enjoyed viewing the rainbow trout and sturgeon ponds. The grounds are gorgeous and teeming with wildlife and gorgeous flowers. We would definitely go back!

Our fish and coral are thriving because of the wonderful care this company has provided. Being an…read moreaquarium service business (not a retail business) makes Hollywood Aquarium unique. They specialize in making aquariums healthy and happy environments for fish and other sea creatures. We have used them for over 15 years. I would highly recommend Jim and his employees.

From the owner: * Scheduled and On-call Maintenance * Aquariums and…read moreCabinetry, Design and Build * Delivery and Installation * Relocation - Across the Room or World * Extraction, Capture and Take-away * Repairs, Polishing and Refurbishing * Equipment and Supplies * Quarantined Prime Livestock

Very Pleasant Experience I Discovered This Store Years Ago. Just Recently Setup A Tank I Found They…read moreMost Beautiful Selection For Fish

Service could be better, but they have stock of all kinds of shrimp and decor…read more I don't always make the drive all the way out, but there have been times where I'd be in the area and I leave with something. I believe one of the girls is instagram and she posts alot of fun stuff. I mostly went to see their ornamental shrimp though. They carry a variety of lights as well, finnex being a brand I'm familiar with, I purchased one for a friend. Left with some fertz and my doggie got pets :)

I love a good adults only event! All exhibits are open during the event and you can touch and play…read morewith all the things. You have to line up outside for ID check so dress for the weather. Everyone is required to show ID regardless of age. Once inside you'll stand in another line to show your tickets. Parking is $2. If there's a show or lecture you'd like to see make sure to line up about 20 minutes before to secure your spot. The lines get long fast and space is limited. There were a good number of vendors serving drinks and a couple with food. Theres also a small corner with vendors selling goods. The different activity stations vary based on the theme but there's always plenty to stop and look at.

I'd like to share our experience with the OMSI Summer Camp in case it's helpful to other parents…read more My child only attended for two days and then refused to go back. The biggest issue was that the teachers didn't seem very patient with the children, which made my child feel uncomfortable. The classroom conditions were also below our expectations. The camp doesn't provide lunch, and there wasn't much for the kids to do during the lunch break. They were each given a ball to play with, but there were no organized activities. Much of the time, the children were outside near the entrance in the hot sun, which was uncomfortable on warm days. This was our personal experience, and other families may have different experiences. However, if you're considering this camp, I would recommend asking about the teachers' approach, lunch arrangements, and midday activities before enrolling.