Portland Insectarium

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5429 N Moore Ave
Portland, OR 97217

The Insectarium in Portland, OR is a unique destination that combines a zoo and museum dedicated entirely to insects and arachnids. Visitors can explore a live bug zoo, view pinned bugs, interact with touchable bugs, use microscopes, and enjoy a variety of toys, games, and informative displays.

With a focus on education and conservation, the Insectarium offers a fascinating experience for all ages, showcasing the incredible diversity and importance of these often misunderstood creatures. From jumping spiders to a wide range of insect species, this one-of-a-kind attraction provides an immersive and educational journey into the world of bugs.

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4.05 reviews
William B.
8/30/2025

This place is awesome! Loved seeing all their specimens, and the staff are so friendly & knowledgable- I left having learned so much! It was really cool to handle a mantis, and I saw some truly...

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Annabelle R.
8/20/2024

Dead bugs already creep me out, but my partner likes to touch and hold LIVE insects, which is certainly an option here. They have ticket availability for 30 minutes or 45 minutes at different...

Jennifer G.
8/29/2025

The service we received was horrible. Me and my partner were so excited to come here. We arrived 50 minutes before closing on a tarantula handling day. I said hi to the front lady and she did not...

Ivy M.
8/30/2025

I learned so much about bugs and the spiders are so pretty! Make sure to make an appointment so you can make sure to get all your bug needs met.

Anthony D.
5/15/2025

I loved this place oh my gosh!! The two workers were super nice & very informative, and kind of let you do your own thing which was nice. I held every bug I could including paying an extra 5...

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