Portland, Oregon’s largest city, is 78 miles (126 km) from the Oregon Coast, at the convergence of two major rivers (the Columbia and Willamette), near the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, Willamette Valley wine country and other regional destinations.

Get a free copy of our visitors guide to Portland. Travel Portland’s latest visitor guide for 2025 is designed with portability, sustainability and functionality in mind. It comes ready for any adventure with an in-guide packing checklist, trip planning guidance, accessibility information, family-friendly ideas, and must-visit places ...

Nov 24, 2024 · Portland has a long-standing reputation as the City of Roses — so we dive into the city’s history with the fragrant flower, share the lowdown on rose gardens around town and offer tips for visiting the Portland Rose Festival in late spring.

Looking for what to do in Portland this weekend? This page lists the best Portland events, festivals, concerts, tours and exhibitions that are happening this weekend.

Sep 13, 2024 · Visitors wanting to learn more about Portland’s dark history can decide for themselves whether or not the legends are true by visiting a small section of the infamous tunnels with the Haunted Shanghai Tunnel Tour.

Dec 19, 2024 · Founded in 1917 and located in Washington Park, the Portland International Rose Test Garden is the official oldest continuously operated public rose test garden in the United States; it features over 10,000 rose bushes and expansive views of downtown Portland.

Use these Portland maps to plan and create your own city experience. This guide provides everything from Portland city and region maps to guided tours, neighborhood information and more.

Just an hour east of Portland, Mount Hood isn’t just Oregon’s tallest peak; it’s an iconic destination that’s beloved for four seasons of outdoor adventure. If you’re considering a trip to Mt. Hood, here’s everything you need to know to get inspired and start planning.

Jan 24, 2025 · Portland’s signature westside park isn’t just loaded with big trees and picnic tables. Located a mere two miles west of downtown and accessible by MAX light rail, 410-acre (166 ha) Washington Park offers up a zoo, two museums, a spectacular rose garden, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens in the world, all bordered by Forest Park ...

Jan 9, 2025 · The thriving East Portland neighborhood of Lents — one of the city’s most culturally diverse — is ripe for exploration. Lents History. Founded as an independent town and suburb southeast of Portland, Lents neighborhood was annexed into the city in 1912.