Activities for Big Kids in Portland

28 activities for kids ages 7–9 in Portland. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and parent tips.

Highest rated: SoGrow House, Tree to Tree Adventure Park, DiG PDX - Oregon's Largest Indoor Sandbox. 4 listings are free. 22 listings work for rainy days. Every listing includes stroller access, cost estimates, and parent tips.

How to use this big kids list

Use the notes below to match the outing to age, weather, cost, and how much energy your family has. KidPaths is currently tracking 28 indexable picks for this page in Portland, OR, with details for cost, age fit, stroller access, weather backup, and parent logistics.

Quick fit

3 for infants, 21 for toddlers, 25 for little kids, 28 for big kids.

Weather and access

23 indoor or mixed-weather picks. 10 outdoor or partly outdoor picks. 18 stroller-friendly stops. 22 rainy-day backups.

Cost scan

4 free picks. 22 paid picks. Open the cards for family-of-4 cost notes and savings tips when we have them.

Top Picks

DiG PDX - Oregon's Largest Indoor SandboxParks & Playgrounds

DiG PDX - Oregon's Largest Indoor Sandbox

Ages: Best for ages 18 months to 10

IndoorRainy Day
Liggle LandParks & Playgrounds

Liggle Land

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
The Monkey King Play HouseEntertainment

The Monkey King Play House

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
LEKA PlaylandEntertainment

LEKA Playland

Ages: Best for ages 0-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
K1 Speed - Indoor Go KartsSports & Recreation

K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts

Ages: Best for ages 8+ (height/age requirements apply)

IndoorRainy Day
Washington ParkParks & PlaygroundsPartially Free

Washington Park

Ages: Best for all ages — truly multi-generational

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-Friendly
SoGrow HouseEntertainment

SoGrow House

Ages: Best for ages 1-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Children's Museum & Theatre of MaineMuseums

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

4.5(1,451)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Great Dome (MIT)Tours & ExperiencesFree

Great Dome (MIT)

4.7(1,206)

Ages: Best for ages 8+ who are curious about science and engineering

Outdoor
Seacoast Science CenterMuseums

Seacoast Science Center

4.6(1,169)

Ages: Best for ages 2-14

Indoor/OutdoorRainy Day
SEE Science CenterMuseums

SEE Science Center

4.5(204)

Ages: Best for ages 2-13

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Connecticut Science CenterMuseums

Connecticut Science Center

4.6(2,934)

Ages: Best for ages 2-16

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Simons Theatre (New England Aquarium)Entertainment

Simons Theatre (New England Aquarium)

4.5(401)

Ages: Best for ages 2-16

IndoorRainy Day
Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and PlanetariumMuseums

Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and Planetarium

4.0(187)

Ages: Best for ages 3-13

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Children's Museum of New HampshireMuseums

Children's Museum of New Hampshire

4.6(1,012)

Ages: Best for ages 0-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Port Discovery Children's MuseumMuseums

Port Discovery Children's Museum

4.5(3,360)

Ages: Best for ages 2-13

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Maritime GloucesterMuseums

Maritime Gloucester

4.6(312)

Ages: Best for ages 5-16 interested in maritime history and marine life

Indoor/OutdoorRainy Day
Long Island ExploriumMuseums

Long Island Explorium

4.4(145)

Ages: Best for ages 2-11

IndoorRainy Day
Institute of Contemporary Art BostonArts & CulturePartially Free

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

4.4(4,387)

Ages: Best for ages 8+ with interest in contemporary art

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Niantic Children's MuseumMuseums

Niantic Children's Museum

4.5(441)

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Westchester Children's MuseumMuseums

Westchester Children's Museum

4.4(493)

Ages: Best for ages 2-11

Indoor/OutdoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Sky Zone Trampoline Park GreshamSports & Recreation

Sky Zone Trampoline Park Gresham

3.8(327)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17

IndoorRainy Day
Ocean Plays Indoor PlaygroundParks & Playgrounds

Ocean Plays Indoor Playground

4.4(196)

Ages: Best for ages 1-10

IndoorStroller-FriendlyRainy Day
Funtastic Arcade Columbia Gorge OutletsEntertainment

Funtastic Arcade Columbia Gorge Outlets

4.7(997)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17

IndoorRainy Day
Washington Park PlaygroundParks & PlaygroundsFree

Washington Park Playground

4.7(253)

Ages: Best for ages 2-11

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Tree to Tree Adventure ParkOutdoor Adventures

Tree to Tree Adventure Park

4.9(625)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17 (height/weight requirements apply per course)

Outdoor
Gateway Discovery PlaygroundParks & PlaygroundsFree

Gateway Discovery Playground

4.5(100)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Altamont ParkTours & ExperiencesFree

Altamont Park

4.6(306)

Ages: All ages

OutdoorStroller-Friendly

Common Questions

What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7–9) in Portland?
Portland has 28 activities rated for big kids (ages 7–9). Top picks: SoGrow House, Tree to Tree Adventure Park, DiG PDX - Oregon's Largest Indoor Sandbox, LEKA Playland, Washington Park.
Are there free big kids activities in Portland?
Yes. 4 of the 28 big kids-friendly activities in Portland are completely free, including Great Dome (MIT), Washington Park Playground, Altamont Park.
What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7–9) in Portland?
22 indoor or rainy-day activities in Portland are suitable for big kids (ages 7–9). Best rated: SoGrow House, DiG PDX - Oregon's Largest Indoor Sandbox, LEKA Playland.

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