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
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to 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 art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Stunning Air Tour of the Columbia River Gorge by Envi Adventures
Top hotels in Central Eastside
KEX Portland
The staff and restaurant were awesome. Both understated but very good. My room was fine. Nothing special but clean and nearly silent.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Jupiter Hotel
Great location, great staff, decent rooms (what I expect for the price). I stay here about half the time I’m in Portland.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hotel Grand Stark
Good location for my event, quiet, clean, comfortable good rate.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Eastside Lodge
Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Paramount Hotel
A very old city city vibe hotel. Old, but beautiful.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
The room was spotless
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Eastside
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Grand Central or Belmont 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 Rail Heritage Center or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry 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 Eastbank Esplanade 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 Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
