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Things To Do
Portland Restaurants
For a Foodie Weeknight: Tusk – Proto-hipster vibe with exceptional Mediterranean foods Nostrana (pair with Elements of Revolution Hall Roof Deck) Atuala Davenport (pair with a visit to Gabe’s office across the street) Maurice (for lunch, pair with Powell's Books and Union Way shopping) Le Pigeon Salt and Straw Ice Cream For the Food Hall: Pine Street Market For the Prix Fix: Castagna Roe Coquine For the Donut: Blue Star
Tax-free shopping
Pick up everything in Portland (everything!) without sales tax. From handmade items to designer goods, you’ll find it all, tax-free. Powell's Books Tender Loving Empire Frances May Nordstrom Department Store WildFang House of Lolo North of West Union Way (multiple shops, pair with lunch at Maurice and/or oysters at Pepe lé Moko)
The Oregon Coast
Where Oregon meets the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find rocky vistas, mile upon mile of public beaches, artistic enclaves, working fishing towns, family attractions, microbrews, seafood and, yes, even surfing. Buoy Brewery in Astoria The Pelican or Headlands in Pacific City Clam chowder at Mo's and salt water taffy in Cannon Beach
Columbia River Gorge / Mt. Hood
If you have a few hours and want to see the beautiful work of the Missoula Floods some 15,000 years ago, take the 30 min. drive to the Portland Women's Forum State Scenic Viewpoint (Chanticleer Point). From there drive just 12 min. down to Vista House Point and on to Multnomah Falls, along the Historic Columbia River Gorge Hwy. If you have more time to continue on to Hood River for lunch, you can watch world-class windsurfing and kite boarding. Head down Hwy 35 to Hwy 26 and complete a circumnavigation of Mt. Hood (Circle of BOOM!), stopping for a scenic beer at Solera Brewing in Parkdale and further on, to take in Timberline Lodge, the 1930’s WPA wonderment. In total, this would be a 6 hour auto-cross.
Portland Japanese Garden
This is one of our fist picks and an authentic example of Japanese landscaping. Widely considered one of the best examples outside of Japan, the new Kengo Kuma designed cultural center sets a new standard for contemporary beauty.
Yamhill County Wineries
A quick drive delivers vino lovers to the land of fresh grapes and fantastic tasting flights. Imagine Napa Valley circa 1978, world-class wines For the Wine: Domaine Droughin For the View: Anne Amie For the Architecture: Sokol Blosser L'Angolo Estate (reservation required) For the Friends: Hazelfern For the Beer: Wolves and People
Hike in Forest Park
Escape the city without leaving Portland in this massive urban wilderness that's a haven for animals and adventurers alike. Stroll from Lower Macleay Park up to Pittock Masion for a 5-miler with hills.
International Rose Test Garden
Portland’s International Rose Test Garden is the oldest official continuously operated public rose test garden in the United States. Unofficially known as the Portland Rose Garden, the space features more than 10,000 roses.
Portland Art Museum
The art museum is central to Portland’s cultural district, housing a large and wide-ranging collection of artworks.
Breweries
Portland is home to more breweries than any other city on earth. No wonder we call it "Beervana." Here are some of our favorites. Basecamp Breakside – Slabtown location Occidental (St. Johns Bridge) Cascade Ale House (specializing in sour beers)
Roof Decks and Great Views
Elements of Revolution Hall: http://www.marthaspdx.com/band-1/ Departures: http://departureportland.com/roof-deck-at-departure-pdx-2/
City River walk
Walk the 3-mile loop around the river from the Steel to Hawthorne bridges down the Eastbank Eplanade (Pair with Clarklewis Restaurant for lunch, dinner or happy hour)
Loyly Sauna Southeast
Steam and sauna inspired by the traditional Scandinavian experience.
The Allison Inn & Spa
Oregon's best spa experience about 45 minutes outside Portland in wine country.
Get Your Sweat On!
Barre3 pilates/ballet/yoga YoYo Yogi yoga BurnCycle spinning