Emily & Spencer
Things To Do
International Rose Test Garden
Explore the more than 10,000 individual rose bushes bloom from late May through October, representing over 610 different rose varieties. This is also one of the best places for a view of the city and Mt. Hood! It is also conveniently located next to the Japanese Garden, Forest Park, and the Pittock Mansion for an easy day of exploring.
Forest Park
At 5,200 acres, Portland's Forest Park is one of the largest urban forests in the United States. Forest Park offers an unparalleled opportunity for visitors to experience a true Northwest forest without leaving the Portland city limits. A favorite route is the 30-mile Wildwood Trail which spans the entire length of Forest Park, connecting it with to the Audubon Society Sanctuary, Pittock Mansion, The Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, The Redwood Forest, and more.
Portland Japanese Garden
One of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan. Located across from the International Rose Garden and next to Forest Park, it is a great way to see a lot of the beauty of Portland in one day.
Pittock Mansion
The 46-room mansion was originally built in 1914 as a private home on 46 acres that is now owned by the city's Bureau of Parks and Recreation. Situated in the West Hills, it provides panoramic views of Downtown Portland, and on a clear day stunning views of Mt. Hood and St. Helens. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. https://pittockmansion.org
Cathedral Park
A nice park in North Portland that over-looks the Willamette River and rests under the St. Johns Bridge. We like to grab food and drinks to-go from one of the local foot truck pods and walk down to the park to enjoy a nice day or beautiful sunset.
Sellwood - Moreland
This is our neighbourhood! Located in SE Portland, Sellwood is full of beautiful quirky craftsman style homes and it's own downtown where you can find restaurants, food trucks, wine bars, plant stores, and vintage shops.
McMenamins Kennedy School
McMenamins renovated this once-abandoned school and turned it into Portland's most unique hotel and a top social spot. Here you can have a pint in a classroom, enjoy an aged whiskey in detention, or enjoy a movie in the old auditorium. Where once was the old Teachers Lounge, is now a ceramic work of art ... a heated soaking pool in a private outdoor courtyard surrounded by gardens. * Reservations Required
Roof Deck at Revolution Hall
A high school turned state-of-the-art concert venue with a roof-top deck that offers 360 degree views of Portland.
Powell's City of Books
Powell’s City of Books is the largest used and new bookstore in the world, occupying an entire city block and housing approximately one million books.
Portland Saturday Market
Nationally recognized as the largest continuously operating open-air arts and crafts market in the country, Portland Saturday Market is proud to provide a marketplace for small businesses creating locally handmade arts, crafts and foods from the Pacific Northwest.
Mt Tabor Park
Portland is one of six American cities with an extinct volcano within its limits, thanks to Mount Tabor. Known for its open-air reservoirs, stunning views of the city, and its annual Adult Soapbox Derby. Fun Fact: Construction workers used the volcanic cinders in the park to pave the park’s pathways. That’s right — you’re walking on ancient lava from Mount Tabor itself!
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
Oregon City
Oregon Zoo
Multnomah Falls
Pacific City
Ecola State Park Cannon Beach
Wreck of the Peter Iredale
Lincoln City
Timberline Lodge
Trillium Lake
Tamanawas Falls
Horsetail Falls
Hood River
Latourell Falls
Punch Bowl Falls
Falls Creek Falls Trailhead
Angels Rest
Hawthorne
Alberta Arts District
Woodstock
Yaquina Head Lighthouse
