Things To Do
International Rose Test Garden
Offering a spectacular view of the “City of Roses,” the International Rose Test Garden (IRTG) in Washington Park is one of the largest and oldest rose test gardens in the country. More than 10,000 individual rose bushes bloom in the garden from late May through October, representing over 610 different rose varieties. It also boasts a fabulous view of downtown and the mountains. Transportation options. You can easily access the Oregon Zoo from here. And the Japanese Garden (5-10 minute walk) An authentic Japanese garden and haven of beauty. Explore eight garden styles and immerse in Japanese art and culture through seasonal activities, performances, and demonstrations.
Portland Saturday Market
The Portland Saturday market is the largest continuously operating outdoor arts and crafts market in the United States, offering a vibrant, bohemian open-air bazaar that celebrates local artists, food, and music. Check out the website for hours, directions and vendors. Located in downtown Portland on the Willamette River waterfront near downtown.
Forest Park
Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the United States and the largest entirely within city limits in the contiguous U.S. Spanning 5,200 acres, provides critical refuge for hundreds of native wildlife and plant species and acts as an important air and water filter. With more than 80 miles of trails, it also provides invaluable access to nature, exercise, and educational opportunities for the region. There are 40 entry points to the park.
Powell's City of Books
Powells Books is the world's largest independent bookstore. Spanning an entire city block and covering 68,000 square feet, its nine color-coded rooms house about one million new and used books, frequent author talks, a rare book room and a coffee shop
Voodoo Doughnut
The original Voodoo Doughnut in downtown Portland is located at 22 SW 3rd Ave in Old Town Chinatown. Open daily, it is famous for its eclectic menu, including the iconic Voodoo Doll and Bacon Maple Bar.
Seaside
Seaside is a lively, family-friendly coastal town with a "Coney Island" feel, featuring arcades, a 2-mile boardwalk (the "Prom"), and budget-friendly options
Cannon Beach
Cannon Beach is more upscale, quiet, and artistic, known for its pristine, picturesque scenery and Haystack Rock. These beaches are only 15 minutes apart, so you can enjoy family fun and more refined interests in the same day.
Multnomah Falls
Oregon’s tallest waterfall; 30 miles east of Portland but well worth the drive. Access is free; parking is $2. Hikes as short as 0.2mi, as long as 2.4mi; with lots of switchbacks and steep terrain
Timberline Lodge
The Ski resort is North America's only ski resort with lift-serviced skiing and snowboarding 12 months a year, with its natural glacier. Olympiads can be seen practicing here over the summer. The lodge is famous as the hotel used in the film The Shining. If you plan to go skiing or snowboarding, you should consider a night at this historic lodge. 1 ½ hour drive from Portland
Mt. Hood Skibowl
Skibowl is a dual-season resort famous for being America’s largest night skiing area in the winter and transforming into a thrilling mountain adventure park during the summer. Summer activities include go karts, zip line, bungy jumping, alpine slide, disc golf; great mountain bike terrain. 1 ¼ hour drive from Portland