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Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day
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Mt. St. Helens Air Tour by Envi Adventures
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Small Group: Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland
What to do in City Central
Popular places to visit
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.
Powell's City of Books
Perfect for a rainy-day visit, this famous bookstore is a wonderful spot to visit any day. Browse for hours amid its 1 million books.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Portland’s favourite green space is where the locals go to escape the bustle of the city among fountains, cyclists and tree-lined paths.
Portland Japanese Garden
This tranquil spot in Portland’s Washington Park has been an oriental-style oasis for weary city-dwellers for almost half a century.
Areas of City Central
Historical Downtown Gresham
While Historical Downtown Gresham isn't home to many top sights, Gresham Pioneer Museum and Regal Stark Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
