Hillsboro, United States

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Alternative names: Population: 101.9 thous.Area: 25 mi²Elevation: 184 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 45°31'21"N, 122°57'25"W
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Hillsboro Top Attractions

Hillsboro Attractions - What to See and Explore

Hillsboro offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Rood Bridge Park, Shute Park, Five Oaks Museum, Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Park • South Hillsboro

    Rood Bridge Park

    Rood Bridge Park is a municipal park in southeast Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Opened in 1999, the park encompasses 60 acres on the north bank of the Tualatin River at its confluence with Rock Creek.

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    Park • Playground

    Shute Park

    Shute Park is a municipal park in the city of Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Acquired in 1906, the 13-acre park is the oldest park in the city.

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    Museum • History museum

    Five Oaks Museum

    Five Oaks Museum, formerly known as the Washington County Museum, is a history museum in Washington County, Oregon, United States. It is located at the Rock Creek campus of Portland Community College, north of Beaverton, Oregon.

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    Museum • Specialty museum • History museum

    Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals

    The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals is a non-profit museum in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Located just north of the Sunset Highway on the northern edge of Hillsboro, the earth science museum is in the Portland metropolitan area.

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    Museum • Specialty museum

    Classic Aircraft Aviation Museum

    The Classic Aircraft Aviation Museum is an aviation museum located in Hillsboro in the U.S. state of Oregon. Started in 1998, the museum is located at the Hillsboro Airport in the Portland metropolitan area. Aircraft at the museum are either maintained in flyable condition or are restored so that they can be flown once again.

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    Concerts and shows • Cinema • Theater

    Venetian Theatre

    The Venetian Theatre is a former movie theater and performing arts venue in downtown Hillsboro, Oregon, United States, which since 2021 has been in use by a restaurant named The Venetian Hillsboro. Formerly the Town Theater, the building re-opened in 2008 after more than a decade of inactivity and revitalization plans.

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    Park • Playground

    Magnolia Park

    Magnolia Park is a municipal park in the Tanasbourne neighborhood of Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Opened in 2008, the 3.11 acres community park is off northwest 102nd avenue between Walker and Cornell roads near The Streets of Tanasbourne shopping center.

  • 53rd avenue park hillsboro
    Park • Northeast Hillsboro

    53rd Avenue Park

    53rd Avenue Park is a municipal park under development in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Partially opened in 2008, the park covers 43.5 acres along northeast 53rd Avenue in the middle of the city.

  • hondo dog park hillsboro
    Park • Northeast Hillsboro

    Hondo Dog Park

    Hondo Dog Park is a city park in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Opened in 2007, it is the first dog park in that city. Located on nearly four acres, the park is in the northeast section of Hillsboro adjacent to Hillsboro Stadium.

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    Music and shows • Nightlife • Visitor center

    Glenn & Viola Walters Cultural Arts Center

    The Glenn & Viola Walters Cultural Arts Center is a multi-use arts and performance venue in downtown Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Opened in 2004, it is housed in a red-colored stone building completed in 1949 as a Lutheran church.

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    Park • Theme park • Amusement park

    Reedville Creek Park

    Reedville Creek Park is a municipal park in the Reedville neighborhood of Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Opened in 2003, the 9.6-acre park is along Cornelius Pass Road at Francis Street in the southeast area of the city.

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    Church • Northeast Hillsboro

    Sonrise Church

    Sonrise Church is a non-denominational Christian church in Hillsboro in the U.S. state of Oregon. Founded in 1980 as Sonrise Baptist Church, the church is located in the Orenco neighborhood and has about 1,200 worshipers at its main campus, a former industrial building.

  • noble woods park hillsboro
    Park • Southeast Hillsboro

    Noble Woods Park

    Noble Woods Park is a wooded city park in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. Located on approximately 40 acres along Rock Creek, the nature park with wetlands and forests is situated between West Baseline Road on the north and Southwest Borwick Road to the south near the Orenco neighborhood.

  • orchard park hillsboro
    Park • Bridge

    Orchard Park

    Orchard Park is a municipal park in Hillsboro in the U.S. state of Oregon. Opened in 2003, the park covers a 21 acres along Rock Creek in the Tanasbourne neighborhood. The park includes nature trails, a playground, and a nine-hole disc golf course. Employees of the R.E.I. store...

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    Funeral home • Cemetery

    Hillsboro Pioneer Cemetery

    The Hillsboro Pioneer Cemetery is a pioneer cemetery in Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. It is located at the west end of the city along the Tualatin Valley Highway and adjacent to Dairy Creek.

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    Sacred and religious sites • Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    Old Scotch Church

    The Old Scotch Church, also known as the Tualatin Plains Presbyterian Church, is a church and national historic site located in an unincorporated part of Washington County, Oregon, near Hillsboro, Oregon, United States.

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    Church

    West Union Baptist Church

    West Union Baptist Church is a Baptist congregation and historic church structure in West Union, Oregon, United States.

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    City hall • Central Hillsboro

    Hillsboro Civic Center

    The Hillsboro Civic Center is a government-built, mixed-use development in downtown Hillsboro, Oregon, United States. The development includes the city hall for the county seat of Washington County, located west of Portland, Oregon.

  • turner creek park hillsboro
    Park • Brookwood

    Turner Creek Park

    Turner Creek Park is a municipal park in Hillsboro in the U.S. state of Oregon. Opened about 1990, the 12.5-acre park is located in the middle of the city along Turner Creek near southwest 32nd Avenue between Tualatin Valley Highway and Main Street.

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Hillsboro – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Hillsboro, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Portland Art Museum (Portland), Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (Portland), Washington Park (Portland).

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    Asian, American and Native American art

    Portland Art Museum, Portland

    Nestled in the heart of Portland, Oregon, the Portland Art Museum is a cultural beacon that attracts art enthusiasts from around the world. Established in 1892, it is the oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest and boasts an impressive collection that spans across...

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    Museum, Science museum

    Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Portland

    Nestled in the heart of Portland, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, commonly known as OMSI, stands as a beacon of learning and discovery. This premier science center in the Pacific Northwest offers a rich tapestry of interactive exhibits, hands-on activities...

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    Park

    Washington Park, Portland

    Nestled in the verdant heart of Portland, Oregon, Washington Park stands as a tranquil refuge and a hub of outdoor activity for locals and tourists alike. Encompassing over 410 acres, this urban oasis offers a blend of nature, history, and recreation.

  • multnomah falls washougal41 milesE
    Scenic natural area with steep falls

    Multnomah Falls, Washougal

    Nestled in the lush landscape of the Pacific Northwest, Multnomah Falls is a breathtaking natural wonder that draws visitors from around the globe. This majestic waterfall is located in the Columbia River Gorge, just a short drive east of Portland, Oregon, and within...

  • oregon historical society portland13 milesE
    Museum, Art museum, History museum

    Oregon Historical Society, Portland

    Nestled in the heart of Portland, the Oregon Historical Society is a cultural gem that offers visitors a profound journey through the rich tapestry of Oregon's past. This esteemed museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the diverse history of the state, stands...

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Best Time To Visit Hillsboro

Learn when is the best time to travel to Hillsboro weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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May, June, July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in September.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July. Most of it rains in January, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Hillsboro?

The top attractions to visit in Hillsboro are:

What is the best time to visit Hillsboro?

May, June, July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in September. The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January.

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