5 Kid Friendly Things To Do Near Albany, Oregon


BJ’s ice cream is served on waffle cones with other items including, cakes, non-fat yogurts, smoothies, shakes, fudge and caramel corn. You Find BJ's of Albany at 2705 Santiam Highway SE.

Hours of Operation: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday - Thursday; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
#3 EAT FARM TO TABLE

Another great way to spend time as a family is eating farm to table. Kids will enjoy Frankie’s, located in Albany, Oregon. The menu showcases Pacific Northwest flavor with homemade soups, sandwiches and salads. Other fresh dishes include carefully selected ingredients such as fresh seafood shipped in from Seattle and Alaska.

Learn More: https://frankies-oregon.com/
#5 DAY TRIP TO SILVERTON, OREGON
Silverton, Oregon's quaint, down-to-earth charm makes it a perfect destination for a day trip. Situated on the eastern edge of the Willamette Valley, located just south of Portland, Oregon and 36 miles from Albany, Oregon, there is a lot to explore.

Hunt for Treasure

Kids will love hunting through the quaint downtown shops. One added treat is the hidden painted rocks located at Finds That Shine. Plan to bring a few painted rocks from home to exchange in the old-fashioned wagon, displaying beautifully painted rocks to trade. Leave your rocks and take a few new rocks to either keep or re-hide for others to find.
Boutiques & Vintage

Silverton Oregon's Main St. hosts a variety of local boutiques and vintage shops. You will also find quaint cafés, coffee shops with hot cocoa and baked goods, old-fashioned ice cream at Silverton coffee station, serving kids cones, waffle cones, blended drinks and Italian sodas. Shops feature a variety of local goods made by local artisans.

Creekside Dining

Creekside Grill located on Main St. in downtown Silverton, is a fun and special way to enjoy lunch. Creekside Grill offers a kid-friendly menu, along with a beautiful creekside dining experience.

To learn more about creek-side dining: http://www.creeksidesilverton.com/
Oregon Garden's Children's Garden

When in Silverton, the Oregon Garden is a must-visit. Featuring over 22 garden areas, ranging from wetlands and water gardens, to the children’s garden, green roof garden, pet-friendly garden, and more.

The Children's Garden allows kids imaginations to run wild. From discovering dinosaur bones in the Dinosaur Dig, pretending to live in the jungle at the top of the giant tree house, make believing to be magically transported to the land of the Hobbits, or climbing in and over a real Hobbit House, the options are endless. Animal-shaped topiaries, watching the furniture garden grow, and learning why “weird plants” look unusual are also some of the fun.

To learn more about the children's garden: https://www.oregongarden.org/childrens-garden/


Waterfalls & Hiking

Located just 19 miles outside of Silverton, Silver Falls State Park,  referred to as the “crown jewel” of the Oregon State Parks system, is a must-visit. The park offers a variety of scenic trails and unforgettable views, while providing a perfect photo backdrop.

Silver Falls State Park features more than ten waterfalls, along with four waterfalls that hikers can walk behind. South and North Falls are open year-round and offer kid-friendly options for easy hikes.

The park is a standout scenic treasure putting Oregon firmly onto the national and international stage. Its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, majestic quality and historic presence, has kept the park atop the best places to visit.

Learn more about Silver Falls State Park: https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=parkPage.dsp_parkPage&parkId=151
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