South Waterfront
Portland
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Popular places to visit
Portland Aerial Tram
Enjoy a trip to Portland Aerial Tram and popular activities such as cycling in Portland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Top hotels in South Waterfront
The Paramount Hotel
friendly staff good food very nice rooms
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
The room was spotless
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
Friendly staff, fast check in, the room is very clean and roomy, we will return in the next travel trips.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
Staff were friendly. Room was clean. Only complaint I have was there was no microwave in our room. We had to go downstairs to the lobby to use one.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
N/a
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Heathman Lodge
I love the Heathman! It’s always my first choice when staying in the Vancouver/Portland area. I always feel safe, the staff is wonderful, and the hotel is clean and comfortable. My family loves the pool and we love the on-site restaurant, Hudson’s!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around South Waterfront
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.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
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.
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Circuit Bouldering Gym SW and Sam Jackson Park. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
