Portland, OR

Travel Guide

Steel Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek
Alphabet Historic District which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people
Hawthorne Bridge which includes a city, night scenes and a bridge
Portland showing mountains, landscape views and views
Portland Japanese Garden which includes a park and forests

Portland Travel Guide Video

Explore walkable neighborhoods and picturesque parks in Oregon’s largest city. Be sure to sample its famously delicious coffee and beer.

Portland, in the shadow of Mount Hood, and its surroundings offer the rare opportunity to browse quirky neighborhoods, visit museums and parks, sunbathe on the beach and hike to a volcano, all within a day. Discover why this city along the Columbia and Willamette rivers enchants all visitors.

Explore the very walkable Downtown Portland. Begin in Pioneer Courthouse Square, which hosts hundreds of cultural events throughout the year. Admire the impressive 19th-century façade of Portland City Hall and its art exhibits within. Stop at a brewery or café and taste why Portland is a favorite destination for beer and coffee lovers.

Browse through thousands of works, particularly esteemed Native American exhibits, in the Portland Art Museum. Examine a genuine navy submarine in the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, or OMSI. Take kids to the Portland Children’s Museum, where they can drive an ambulance, conduct experiments and experience hands-on learning. Visit the big cats of Africa, the monkeys of the Amazon and the elephants of Asia in the Oregon Zoo.

Discover why Portland is called the “City of Roses” in the International Rose Test Garden located in Washington Park. The garden is home to more than 500 rose varieties. Meditate in the serene Grotto, a Catholic shrine and botanical gardens. Explore the eight distinct zones of the impeccably landscaped Portland Japanese Garden.

Bike, walk or simply relax in Tom McCall Waterfront Park. The scenic green space in the heart of the city is a favorite refuge for visitors and locals. Delve into life in a bygone era at Pittock Mansion, the sprawling manor house of Portland pioneers Henry and Georgiana Pittock.

Although Portland has plenty to keep you entertained, you’ll find many destinations a short drive outside the city that are also worth a visit. In the city of Beaverton, indulge in a tasting at Cooper Mountain Vineyard, a certified organic winery. North of Portland, see the still-active volcano, Mount St. Helens.

Where to stay in Portland

Downtown Portland - South Waterfront showing picnicing, boating and a bay or harbor

Downtown Portland

4.5/5(4,488 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Portland
Alberta Street showing outdoor art

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.

Northeast Portland
Pearl District which includes outdoor art

Pearl District

4.5/5(527 area reviews)

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.

Pearl District
Portland which includes a garden and landscape views as well as a couple

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.

Southwest Portland
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

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!

Southeast Portland
Nob Hill which includes street scenes

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.

Northwest Portland
The Paramount Hotel
The Paramount Hotel
3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St, Portland, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥15,120 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
¥15,120
per night
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,518 reviews)
"I want to take a moment to recognize the front desk staff. The agents I interacted with throughout my stay were kind and incredibly helpful. Agents were wonderful in helping me navigate public transportation to my desired destinations and I appreciated the additional food and entertainment recommendations ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

The Paramount Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
3.5 out of 5
550 SW Oak Street, Portland, OR
The price is ¥15,076 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
¥15,076
per night
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,771 reviews)
"It was a nice a clean hotel. The elliptical machines at their did not function very well. But it was too far from a 24 hour gym so it was all well. :)"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
3 out of 5
8439 Ne Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR
Fully refundable
The price is ¥12,710 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
¥12,710
per night
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,281 reviews)
"Shuttle from airport. Clean."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro
3 out of 5
3133 Ne Shute Rd, Hillsboro, OR
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hillsboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,870 reviews)
Clean and quiet.
"Very calm hotel. Staff is helpful and friendly. Breakfast is consistent and because it’s not so packed I can get my extra eggs and juices ;) There’s a beautiful park right around the corner right next to the local public library, Bed is super comfortable. Anything I asked of they do for me so I can’t ..."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro
Inn at Northrup Station
Inn at Northrup Station
3 out of 5
2025 NW Northrup Street, Portland, OR
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,049 reviews)
"The hotel is very unique and close to the nearby shops"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Inn at Northrup Station
Memoir Buckman
Memoir Buckman
4 out of 5
1010 Southeast Ash Street, Portland, OR
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Moda Center and Lloyd Center ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful!"

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Memoir Buckman
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Portland

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 42%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this city.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Dirty, many homeless people

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Did not stay in Portland. Was just in and out of the airport to go elsewhere in Oregon.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I was born & raised in Portland. I had a business trip there, & used it as an opportunity to visit my parents, while there.

3/5 - Okay

BN

Not many food places were open nearby.

2/5 - Disappointing

RR

Very dirt. Three times more homeless tents on sidewalks, and off the interstate. I can't beilieve the city allows that.

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