Portland is a soggy city, so bring your hood or raincoat when traveling to this part of the country. You may want to include your flip-flops and shorts just in case the sun chooses to make an appearance.

Consider exploring Portland on foot as the city is designed to accommodate pedestrians and this will give you the chance to discover places in the city that you may have driven past. While rainclouds drizzle outside spend the day touring the cultural aspects of Portland.

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry is a good way to spend a rainy day with your children. The museum has hundreds of activities that your kids can touch and learn from. After touring the museum step outside to experience the USS Blueback, a historic navy submarine that will let you and your kids see first-hand the tight quarters that navy men work in.

The Portland Art Museum will entertain you with the works that are on display. Traveling and updated exhibits are provided keeping the museum current and interesting year round.

If you enjoy exploring historical locations when you travel, then the Portland Underground is a tour where you can see the group of tunnels that connect to the basements of hotels and taverns. These tunnels were used to transport kidnapped victims that were sold to slave on ships.

The Pittock Mansion will appeal to you if you’re a history buff. The mansion is a classic Victorian manor that was built in the hills of the west side of Portland. The historic residence was preserved with the original furnishings and has beautiful artwork within it.

You may get a little wet when you choose Portland for your next travel destination. However, the sights that you’ll find in this city are worth changing your shoes for.