Our backyard with great views of the Willamette River and Eastside, South Waterfront is Portland’s fastest-growing neighborhood. Natural beauty meets hi-rises, the country’s only major pedestrian bridge, Tilikum Crossing, and OHSU. Getting around is a breeze with endless bike paths, MAX Orange light rail, Portland Streetcar and aerial tram.

POI: The Willamette Trail, South Waterfront Greenway, Elizabeth Caruthers Park, Tilikum Crossing, 4T Trail, OHSU, Rosswood, Blue Star Donuts

The city center of Portland, downtown offers easy access to local eats, green spaces, entertainment and tax-free shopping. The city’s living room Pioneer Courthouse Square boasts year-round happenings including Portland’s many festivals, farmers markets and local events.

POI: Portland Art Museum, Alder St. Food Court Pod, Pioneer Place, Multnomah Whiskey Library, Wildfang, Portland Saturday Market, Old Town Chinatown, Courier Coffee Bar, Tasty n Alder, Bridge & Burn, Union Way

Formerly the warehouse district, the Pearl District is Portland’s most popular neighborhood among out-of-towners who seek walkability, culture and the city’s top attractions. The Pearl District has a reputation for its restaurants, microbreweries, tax-free shopping, and galleries, as well as vibrant gatherings such as First Thursday. 

POI: Powell’s City of Books, Barista, Prasad, Lovejoy Bakers, Portland Center Stage at the Armory, Andina, Bridgeport Brewing Co.

Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard embodies Portland’s eclectic nature and hippy charm. The walkable street is busy with block after block of vintage shops, quirky boutiques, and local cafes. While the neighborhood spans 12th to 60th avenue, you can find Hawthorne’s best from 30th to 50th avenue.

POI: Hawthorne Theater, Bagdad Theater & Pub, Mt. Tabor Park, CineMagic Theater, Do Jump! Extremely Physical Theater, Apizza Scholls, Por Que No?, The Waffle Window, Harlow

Known as “the village in the heart of Portland,” historic Multnomah Village has a small-town, community feel. This little roadside village is mere minutes from the city center but feels like a charming escape filled with funky shops and low-key watering holes. 

POI: Tastebud, Fat City Café, The Ship Tavern, O’Connor’s, Grand Central Bakery, Lucky Labrador Public House, Gabriel Park, Thinker Toys, Switch Shoes, Northwest Wools, Marco’s Café, John’s Market

Historic Sellwood-Moreland is a relaxed neighborhood near the hotel with antique malls, vintage boutiques, and Portland-made wares. Check out the old-school rides at Oaks Amusement Park, explore the wetlands, and do some birdwatching at Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.

POI: Oaks Amusement Park, Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, The Springwater on the Willamette Trail, Moreland Theater, Sellwood Riverfront Park, Tea Chai Te, Mudder Rudder Public House, Stars Antique Mall, Tilde

A short, 20 minute drive away, St. Johns is easily one of the most scenic neighborhoods near the city center. Take in the natural beauty of Cathedral Park and the stunning architecture of St. Johns Bridge before heading to the area’s unique attractions ranging from century old theaters to beer and kombucha tasting rooms. 

POI: St. John’s Coffee Roasters, St. John’s Beer Porch, Blue Moon Camera and Machine, The Man’s Shop, Hound & Hare Vintage, Pattie’s Home Plate Café, Salty Teacup, Cathedral Park, Signal Station Pizza

Pacific Northwest natural grandeur epitomized, Mount Hood is the second most-climbed mountain in the world. A ninety-minute drive brings you to hiking trails, farms, fishing and beautiful alpine lakes. Famous for its nearly year-round skiing and friendly locals, Mount Hood is the perfect day trip for those looking to reconnect to nature. 

POI: Mt. Hood Skibowl, Glacier Haus Bistro, Joe’s Donuts, High Mountain Café, Historic Timberline Lodge, Cosmic Tubing at Crosstown Trail, Skyway Bar & Grill, Mt. Hood Meadows

At under an hour drive from Portland, Wine Country is ripe and booming with more than 250 wineries to explore. Take a scenic drive through the Willamette Valley and it’s charming towns and farmland, and get a taste of the local vintages.

POI: Anne Amie Vineyards, Archer Vineyard & Tasting Room, Argyle Winery, Brooks Wines, Evasham Wood Vineyard, The Eyrie Vineyards, Union Wine Co., Evasham Wood Vineyard, Brooks Wines, Domaine Drouhin

Running north-south along the Pacific Ocean and bordered on the east by the Oregon Coast Range, enjoy 363 miles of beaches, hiking trails, golf courses and stop for a photo in front of one of the historic lighthouses.

POI: Seaside, Cannon Beach, Tillamook Cheese Factory, Astoria, Chinook Woods Casino, Coos Bay Botanical Garden, Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay, Ecola State Park, Cape Lookout