Central Eastside
Portland
Visit Central Eastside
Popular places to visit
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Interactive science exhibits, a movie theatre and a planetarium combine in this impressive science and technology institution.
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Oregon Convention Center, a top convention centre in Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
A fascinating and diverse range of creatures from all over the world are housed here at this popular Portland attraction.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
7 Wonders of the Gorge 3.5-hour Jetboat Cruise
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Central Eastside
KEX Portland
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Eastside Lodge
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Hotel Grand Stark
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Jupiter Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Eastside
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Belmont or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Moda Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Willamette River and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop to see more of the city.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.