Experience · Portland
OMSI Discovery & Sellwood Park Fun
Start your family adventure with a quick breakfast, then dive into a day of discovery at OMSI, exploring interactive exhibits and potentially a submarine. Refuel with casual Vietnamese food, and wind down with some playtime at Sellwood Park.
A 5.5-hour Portland full_day plan for families — Rose City Coffee Co., OMSI, Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen.
- Duration
- 5h 30m
- Cost
- $50–$100
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Brooklyn + 2 more
- Walking
- Heavy walking · Total 1.6-mile driving route
- Ideal for
- Families · Kids
The plan
The plan
- 1Rose City Coffee Co.(30 min)→
- 2OMSI(3 hrs)→
- 3Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen(1 hr)
Why this plan works
The 3 stops cover about 1.6 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Portland instead of crossing town between them. OMSI is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to families and families with kids who want a planned Portland outing without improvising between stops.
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Overview
Start your family adventure with a quick breakfast, then dive into a day of discovery at OMSI, exploring interactive exhibits and potentially a submarine. Refuel with casual Vietnamese food, and wind down with some playtime at Sellwood Park.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 130 minRose City Coffee Co.
Food & Drink · Brooklyn
Spacious joint featuring coffee drinks, sandwiches & free WiFi in a bright, brick-walled setting.
What to do — Grab a quick coffee and some pastries to start your busy day of discovery.
Scout Side QuestSecretly pick a pastry in the case. On the count of three, point at the same time to see if anyone matched!
0.9 mi · 18 min walk or 5 min drive
Then Drive a short distance (approximately 5-7 minutes) to OMSI in Hosford-Abernethy.
23 hrsOMSIArts & Culture · Hosford-Abernethy
Rotating shows, science labs, submarine tours & planetarium at a museum with monthly 21+ events.
What to do — Spend several hours engaging with interactive science exhibits and educational displays suitable for all ages.
Scout Side QuestFind the most sci-fi-looking gadget or display in sight and invent a ridiculous superpower it could give you.
Book it · OMSI
0.7 mi · 14 min walk or 5 min drive
Then Head to Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen for a family-friendly lunch, a short drive or streetcar ride away.
3Optional 1 hrLuc Lac Vietnamese KitchenFood & Drink · Portland Downtown
Bustling counter-serve restaurant in a stylish setting serving pho, banh mi & other Vietnamese fare.
What to do — Enjoy a casual and quick lunch with options like pho or banh mi that kids often love.
Book it · Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen
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Planning this outing
- Is this a good Portland itinerary for families?
- Yes. It's built for families and families with kids and runs about 5 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Rose City Coffee Co..
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 5 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Portland itinerary cost?
- Roughly $50–$100 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 1.6 miles of walking in total.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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