Tessa & James
Things To Do
Powell's City of Books
Literally a city of books, our favorite bookstore and well worth a visit. Grab a coffee and get lost for hours in the stacks.
Screen Door Pearl District
This is James's favorite breakfast spot! They have amazing chicken and waffles, get there early to get in line. It is worth the wait!
Scotch Lodge
A regular date spot of ours. Get a reservation!
Portland Art Museum
The Portland Art Museum's mission is to engage and enrich diverse communities through the presentation, interpretation, and conservation of art and film. They just re-opened and revamped the art experience!
Multnomah Falls
The historic lodge has a restaurant, espresso stand, and gift shop. Parking is at Exit 31 off I-84. The lodge will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025.
Lauretta Jean's
This is an amazing bakery! They have SLICES, whole pies, cakes, cookies, cream puffs, cinnamon rolls, sticky buns, scones, biscuits........ All the sweets and treats ready for you!
Silver Falls State Park
Hike of Ten Falls! We absolutely recommend -- 7.4 miles of trails and ten waterfalls! Silver Falls State Park is a state park in the U.S. state of Oregon, located near Silverton, about 20 miles east-southeast of Salem. It is the largest state park in Oregon, with an area of more than 9,000 acres, and it includes more than 24 miles of walking trails, 14 miles of horse trails, and a 4-mile bike path