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Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
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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 art 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.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Cool off in the fountain, walk or bike the paths, or take in a festival at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
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.
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Downtown Portland
Explore the Portland Art Museum, Oregon Historical Society, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park in this central business district with high-rise buildings. Enjoy walkable streets, and easily access public transportation like MAX light rail and Portland Streetcar.
Northeast Portland
Inner Northeast Portland boasts shopping areas like Lloyd District and Alberta Arts District, while the area near Burnside Bridge offers a lively nightlife with bars such as The Chesterfield and music venues like The Doug Fir Lounge.
Southwest Portland
Downtown Portland boasts cultural, educational, and retail hotspots, with attractions like Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland Art Museum, and Pioneer Place mall. Enjoy pedestrian-friendly streets and unique residential areas in Southwest Portland.
Pearl District
Discover art galleries like Elizabeth Leach Gallery, dine at diverse restaurants, and unwind in public plazas such as Jamison Square. Easily navigate with the Portland Streetcar and explore nearby iconic Powell's City of Books.
Southeast Portland
Stretching from the Willamette River to Gresham, Southeast Portland boasts the scenic Mt. Tabor Park and the quirky Hawthorne district with its subculturally oriented shops. Don't miss exploring Reed College campus!
Northwest Portland
If you're spending time in Northwest Portland, check out sights like Pittock Mansion or Hoyt Arboretum and hop on the metro to see more the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
- Oregon Convention Center
- Oregon Zoo
- Washington Square Mall
- Portland State University
- Powell's City of Books
- Tom McCall Waterfront Park
- Jantzen Beach Center
- Lloyd Center
- Portland International Raceway
- Portland Japanese Garden
- Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
- Portland Art Museum
- Bridgeport Village
- The Grotto
- Reed College
- International Rose Test Garden
- Mt Tabor Park
- Alberta Street
- Hillsboro Stadium
- Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
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