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Tualatin Valley

· Beaverton, OR

Why you should go…

The Washington County Visitors Association, doing business as Explore Tualatin Valley, is the nonprofit destination marketing organization for Washington County, Oregon. It produces a quarterly inspiration guide and destination maps covering local farms, wineries, breweries and attractions, and operates a Visitor Information Center. The association markets the Tualatin Valley to leisure, business, group and sports travelers.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Tualatin Valley, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Family Favorite

    Oregon Zoo

    $25–$50

    A hillside zoo in Washington Park known for its elephants and a summer concert series.

    6.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Pittock Mansion

    Under $25

    A hilltop 1914 chateau-style mansion with sweeping views of Portland and, on clear days, five Cascade peaks.

    6.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Date Night

    Portland Japanese Garden

    Under $25

    A meticulously tended traditional Japanese garden called one of the most authentic outside Japan.

    6.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Iconic

    International Rose Test Garden

    Free

    Portland's oldest continuously operating public rose garden, with skyline and Mount Hood views.

    7.1 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
    Foodie Favorite

    Oregon Cheese Trail

    Free

    Self-guided road-trip trail connecting Oregon's artisan creameries and cheesemakers for tastings and tours.

    8.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Foodie Favorite

    Portland

    Free

    Oregon's largest city, known for its parks, food and coffee scene, and quick access to the Columbia River Gorge.

    9.7 mi awayMore like this