Title: Willamette River in Northwest Portland - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Willamette River Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Willamette-River-Hotels.0-l681932644929146880-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Willamette River Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Willamette-River.d681932644929146880.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northwest Portland Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Northwest-Portland.d553248635976007246.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Willamette River Tours and Activities ![Exploring the beauty and industrial heritage of the Pacific Northwest by kayak really gives you a sense of the enormity of the region and the challenges of the emigrants as they built a new life in the wilderness. The now abandoned Blue Heron paper mill below Willamette Falls is scheduled for redevelopment and can only be fully appreciated from the river. #greatoutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55883/183fc18b-599d-4053-8b56-34ba235defb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Exploring the beauty and industrial heritage of the Pacific Northwest by kayak really gives you a sense of the enormity of the region and the challenges of the emigrants as they built a new life in the wilderness. The now abandoned Blue Heron paper mill below Willamette Falls is scheduled for redevelopment and can only be fully appreciated from the river. #greatoutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55883/183fc18b-599d-4053-8b56-34ba235defb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Walk across bridge... great view!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55883/e22f89f7-c932-4a45-96af-238bc65ee9a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The view from our Champagne Brunch River Cruise on the Spirit of Portland. There was a break in the rain so we had a few moments to enjoy the outer deck. #portland #stunningstructures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/15d9c2fa-fb00-4029-86f2-f585522fac12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cross back across the Willamette River along the pedestrian walk below the Steel Bridge to the East side Esplanade.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/4b226f02-2d71-4998-8947-cc7124215f0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Willamette River Activities --- --- ## Plan a trip to see Willamette River Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/74700/74615/16136b3b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown Downtown Portland CA $1,061 per person May 14 - May 21 found 18 hours ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to Portland (PDX) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,429 reviews) Really friendly staff Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 ![The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2140800/2140707/5c9ebe86_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland Downtown Portland CA $1,262 per person May 14 - May 21 found 17 hours ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to Portland (PDX) 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) The Nines is in a great location. Easy walk to retail and other interesting things to see. Two very good restaurants in the building and a great hotel workout area. Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 ![Hampton Inn Portland-Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41200/41185/22d3730f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hampton Inn Portland-Airport Northeast Portland CA $1,096 per person May 14 - May 21 found 17 hours ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Toronto (YYZ) to Portland (PDX) 9/10 Wonderful! (1,070 reviews) Everything was wonderful from the cleanliness, to the convenience to the fact that the shuttle driver was nice and dropped us off at the exact location due to the heavy rain instead of the sister hotel Aloft. 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Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Portland-Aerial-Tram-Portland.d6325622.Vacation-Attraction) ![For now the Southern terminus of the Waterfront walkway in Portland. Always a lovely and photogenic experience. #Hometown #Oregon #Portland #poetsbeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/c27c7188-651e-4da4-94d9-ed0614cfd91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Poet's Beach Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Poet's Beach during your travels in Portland. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Poets-Beach-Portland.d553248635983994023.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oregon Museum of Science and Industry showing skyline and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502354/e1a9155c-a6f8-4ebd-87d4-8b5c5aa55237.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oregon Museum of Science and Industry The array of hands-on exhibits will have you playing scientist or engineer at this museum known for its innovative interactive displays. [](https://expedia.ca/Oregon-Museum-Of-Science-And-Industry-Hosford-Abernethy.d502354.Vacation-Attraction) ![South Waterfront City Park which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235165/f3655da7-9afa-4218-a21b-b46cb24192c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Waterfront City Park Head to a spot next to the river for the tranquility of an urban oasis that offers gorgeous views of Portland’s main waterway. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Waterfront-City-Park-Southwest-Portland.d6235165.Vacation-Attraction) ![For now the Southern terminus of the Waterfront walkway in Portland. Always a lovely and photogenic experience. #Hometown #Oregon #Portland #poetsbeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2759/c27c7188-651e-4da4-94d9-ed0614cfd91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riverplace Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Riverplace during your travels in Portland. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Riverplace-Portland.d6233932.Vacation-Attraction) #### John Ross Tower John Ross Tower is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails. 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