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Top things to do in Portland
#1Oregon Brewery Bike Tour
Discover Portland’s perfect duo – cycling and breweries – during a 3-hour bike tour to some of the city’s most popular breweries. Your professional guides wi...
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#2Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Marvel at Oregon's scenic grandeur as you enjoy dramatic views of its coastline. Stops may include Manzanita, Oswald West State Park/Short Sand Beach, Haysta...
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#3Underground Portland Walking Tour
Grab a torch and explore Portland's seedy distant, and not so distant past, exposing the Rose City's worst with lots of crimes, corruption, scandals, and ton...
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#4Full-Day Oregon Coast Tour
Please note, the tour route and sights may vary depending on the time of year and weather conditions. It is always our goal to provide you with the most inte...
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#5Small Group Columbia Gorge Wine & Waterfalls Tour
Follow the Historic Columbia River Highway and admire the lush hillsides, thundering waterfalls and vibrant wildlife lining the Columbia River. This 6-hour t...
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#6Small Group Willamette Valley Wine & Waterfalls Tour
Experience Oregon's sublime beauty as you travel to waterfalls in Silver Falls State Park, and then taste a number of exquisite wines in Willamette Valley, f...
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#7Historic Downtown Portland Cycling Tour
Swerve into the bike lanes to get an essential introduction to Oregon's largest city. Ride along the waterfront of Old Town, past buildings from the 19th and...
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#8Willamette Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Portland
The Willamette Valley wine region, once known for its fruit orchards and nurseries, has become one of the United States' premier producers of cool-climate va...
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#9Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Your day of exploring some of Oregon’s most famous natural attractions starts with hotel pick-up in Portland. Then head out of the city to the Multnomah Fall...
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#10North Mississippi Avenue Culinary Tour
Discover why so many foodies flock to Portland’s vibrant north side on this culinary tour through some of the city’s most treasured food havens. In just 3 ho...
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Portland doesn’t try to run from its eccentricities. On the contrary, its residents often encourage each other to “Keep Portland Weird.” You’ll find tons of independent businesses in this Oregon city, including a bounty of food trucks and plenty of outdoor markets. Things to do in Portland also include a bike ride along one of Stumptown’s many trails and scoping out vintage clothing stores downtown. Whether you want to get a caffeine fix in the form of locally brewed coffee or take a thought-provoking tour of a regional art museum, Portland activities will keep you entertained and inspire a love of the city.
Areas & Neighborhoods
While Portland is resoundingly offbeat through and through, the city is quite diverse in its offering of idiosyncrasies. The neighborhoods in The City of Roses represent this diversity quite well, with some districts teeming in nightlife and others in food trucks. One thing is sure: Whether you travel to Portland alone, with family, or in the company of friends, there is a neighborhood here to make you feel right at home.
Downtown — Portland’s downtown district is full of life and activities, and the good news is that you can walk to most of them. In fact, many Portland walking tours start and end here. From small, local boutique stores and the farmers market to international retailers and world-class restaurants, downtown has it all.
Nob Hill — The Portland area called Nob Hill surrounds NW 21st and NW 23rd Streets. Thanks to its reputation as being on the chicer side of things, many people call the district “Trendy-First and Trendy-Third.” Nob Hill is a great destination for anyone who is a fan of Victorian architecture, interesting storefronts, and local breweries. This part of Portland is also adjacent to Forest Park.
Belmont — If you want a high percentage of independent coffee shops and stores, head to this neighborhood. It’s also a treasure trove of food carts. Trek to this part of town to see vintage Portland at its finest.
Things to See in Portland
Before you hit the bike trail or put on your walking shoes, there are plenty of things to sit back and enjoy in Portland. Get entertained at one of the many local theaters, many of which put on Broadway productions. Venues like the Keller Auditorium and Winningstad Theatre always have something lively on stage. If it’s a photo opportunity you’re after, the Portland Observatory offers guided tours and boasts spectacular views. Other things to do in Portland, Oregon, revolve around quirky art. From a gallery dedicated to old vacuum cleaners to Ping Pong’s Pint Size Puppet Museum, Portland art keeps you on your toes.
Things to Do & Attractions in Portland
There are plenty of fun things to do in Portland, at any speed. Foodies must take a tour of local food carts, which operate out of trucks around the city. From Hawthorne Street to downtown, you can grab a mouthwatering bite at almost any hour. If you want to become one with nature, head to the Portland Japanese Garden or the Portland International Rose Test Garden. Expand your horizons by signing up for one of the many tours from Portland, Oregon. You can reach Mount Hood and other attractions within a few hours.
