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USS Blueback Submarine, Central Eastside
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USS Blueback Submarine

  • 4.8263 reviews
  • $
  • Open now · till 5:30 pm

Step aboard the USS Blueback Submarine for an immersive, slightly eerie peek into Cold War naval life. The museum preserves the restored diesel submarine and offers guided tours, hands-on exhibits, and authentic compartments that highlight life at sea—great for history lovers, families, and curious visitors looking for a tangible connection to military and maritime heritage.

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When is USS Blueback Submarine open?

Mon closed; Tue–Sun 9:30 AM–5:30 PM.

When is the best time to visit USS Blueback Submarine?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

How much does USS Blueback Submarine cost?

Google lists its prices as $.

Where is USS Blueback Submarine?

1945 SE Water Ave Suite 300,Portland, OR 97214.

Right now · 2:00 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Open till 5:30 pm
  • Best in the afternoon

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Best time to go

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Hours

Open now · till 5:30 pm
monday
Closed
tuesday
9:30 AM–5:30 PM
wednesday
9:30 AM–5:30 PM
thursday
9:30 AM–5:30 PM
friday
9:30 AM–5:30 PM
saturday
9:30 AM–5:30 PM
sundayToday
9:30 AM–5:30 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 USS Blueback Submarine
  2. 2 Oregon Rail Heritage Center · 7 min
  3. 3 Our Spot · 8 min
  4. 4 Portland Sports Bar & Grill · 9 min
  5. 5 Little River Cafe · 10 min
1945 SE Water Ave Suite 300, Portland, OR 97214(opens the map)DirectionsTo Central EastsideCall+15037974000Websiteomsi.edu

Good to know

  • Price $
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.8from 263 reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Historic landmarks
  • Waterfront
  • Scenic views

The feel

  • Historic
  • Spacious
  • Casual
  • Family friendly
  • Tourists
  • Solo friendly

Around Central Eastside

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time