Portland
United States of America · Oregon · 15 m
Description
Portland is the largest city in the U.S. state of Oregon and a vibrant center of culture, creativity, and sustainable urban living in the Pacific Northwest. Known as the “City of Roses”, the city is characterized by expansive parks and gardens, independent bookstores, coffee roasters, craft breweries, and a diverse food cart scene. Portland combines a relaxed, alternative atmosphere with urban culture and exceptional access to nature. Mount Hood, the spectacular Columbia River Gorge with its numerous waterfalls, and the renowned wine country of the Willamette Valley make the city an ideal base for exploring both urban life and the great outdoors.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 3 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Powell's City of Books
- Multnomah Falls(Day trip)
- Washington Park
- Columbia River Gorge(Day trip)
- Portland Japanese Garden
- International Rose Test Garden
- Portland Food Carts
- Mount Hood(Day trip)
- Pittock Mansion & City View
- Forest Park
- Pearl District
- Portland Saturday Market
- Portland Craft Breweries
- Portland Coffee Culture
- Cannon Beach & Haystack Rock(Day trip)
- Lan Su Chinese Garden
- Tom McCall Waterfront Park
- Willamette River Waterfront
- Eastbank Esplanade
- Timberline Lodge(Day trip)
- Historic Columbia River Highway(Day trip)
- Vista House at Crown Point(Day trip)
- Portland Art Museum
- Mississippi Avenue
- Alberta Arts District
- Hawthorne District
- Division Street
- Silver Falls State Park(Day trip)
- Willamette Valley Wine Country(Day trip)
- Nob Hill & NW 23rd Avenue
- Old Town Chinatown
- Portland Sign at White Stag Block
- St. Johns Bridge
- Cathedral Park
- Hoyt Arboretum
- Wildwood Trail
- Witch's Castle
- Oregon Coast(Day trip)
- Trillium Lake(Day trip)
- Council Crest Park
- Mount Tabor Park
- Laurelhurst Park
- Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
- Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)
- Oregon Zoo
- Trail of Ten Falls(Day trip)
- Hood River(Day trip)
- Latourell Falls(Day trip)
- Portland Aerial Tram
- Portland Farmers Market
- Portland Doughnuts
- Portland Farm-to-Table Dining
- Ecola State Park(Day trip)
- Bridal Veil Falls(Day trip)
- Wahkeena Falls(Day trip)
- Horsetail Falls(Day trip)
- Dundee Hills(Day trip)
- Mirror Lake(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- PDX
- Train stations:
- Portland Union Station, City Hall/Southwest 5th & Jefferson, Southwest 6th & Madison