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Stunning Air Tour of the Columbia River Gorge by Envi Adventures
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Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day
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What to do in City Central
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Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Oregon Convention Center, a top convention center in Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your visit to Portland. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its biking trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.
Powell's City of Books
Perfect for a rainy-day visit, this famous bookstore is a wonderful spot to visit any day. Browse for hours amid its 1 million books.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland with a stop at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Portland Japanese Garden
Tranquility abounds in these idyllic Japanese gardens, said by many to be the most authentic outside of Japan.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Take your seat for ice hockey games or concerts at a vast arena that also serves as a memorial to war veterans.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in City Central
Historical Downtown Gresham
Historical Downtown Gresham might not have many top sights, but Gresham Golf Course and Regal Stark Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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- Jantzen Beach Center
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- Alberta Street
- Gifford Pinchot National Forest
- Bridgeport Village
- International Rose Test Garden
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