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Portland Children's Museum vs Lan Su Chinese Garden

Portland Children's Museum and Lan Su Chinese Garden are both praised by writers. Overall, Lan Su Chinese Garden ranks significantly better than Portland Children's Museum. Lan Su Chinese Garden is ranked #3 in Portland with recommendations from 8 reviews such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.

Portland Children's Museum
Portland Children's Museum
7 / 10
4015 SW Canyon Road, Lair Hill Park, Portland, OR 97201
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Colorful sights and sounds offer a feast of sensations for kids of all ages where hands-on play is the order of the day." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"A unique museum in the Lair Hill neighborhood offers three floors of play areas where young children can have fun while exercising their imaginations. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"With a giant blow-up Elmo doll on the roof, this kids' museum promises a good time before you even walk in." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Located across the parking lot from the Oregon Zoo, this large, modern children's museum has exhibits for toddlers to 13-year-olds" Full review
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Lan Su Chinese Garden
9 / 10
239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR 97209
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Fodor's Fodor's
"It's the largest Suzhou-style garden outside China, with a large lake, bridged and covered walkways, koi- and water lily–filled ponds... waterfalls, and courtyards." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Plenty of passersby walk by this tranquil sanctuary... without even noticing it’s there; one doesn’t expect to find a garden amid the concrete and bustle of Old Town." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"A lovely place to regain some inner peace and admire the gorgeous gardens." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Kind of like China! (Except without the smog and communism...)."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This classical chinese garden is a one-block haven of tranquillity, reflecting ponds and manicured greenery. Guided tours are available with admission." Full review
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