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Why Visit Portland?
From tasty food carts to tax-free shopping and free-to-explore wilderness, Portland is yours to share.
Food Cart Nirvana
You can eat your way across Portland with 500+ food carts to choose from. Our Food Cart Finder can help you find the right meal to satisfy your appetite.
Tax-Free Shopping
You won’t find a sales tax here, but you will find incredible shopping from handmade and vintage items to designer clothes, jewelry and more.
Outdoor Adventures
Portland has something for every type of outdoor enthusiast, from the mountains to the coast and the rivers, forests and gardens in between.
Plan Your Trip
Use these resources for guidance in the Rose City.
The Perfect First Trip to Portland
Enjoy Portland’s must-sees and must-eats in our itinerary for first-time visitors to the Rose City.
How to Plan for Portland
From travel logistics to lodging and itineraries, our guides will help you plan the Portland experience you’re looking for.
Near Me Now App
On the ground and ready to explore? The Near Me Now app will ensure you find the nearby can’t miss restaurants, attractions, shops, bars and more.
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A City of Neighborhoods
Portland is known for the vibrancy and uniqueness of its many neighborhoods, each with a distinct sense of place, and — in quirky Portland fashion — spread across six so-called "quadrants."
Locals will tell you that you haven’t truly been to Portland until you’ve connected with our diverse communities.
Visit our neighborhoods page to get acquainted with more than 20 awesome Portland neighborhoods.
North Portland
North Portland sits atop the City of Roses, bordered by the Columbia River to the north, the Willamette River to the southwest and North Williams Avenue to the east. Portland’s so-called “Fifth Quadrant” is a lively patchwork of commercial districts, natural spaces and residential areas. It’s home to some of the city’s most charming neighborhoods, including St. Johns, Mississippi, Williams and Kenton.
Northwest Portland
Northwest Portland stretches from Forest Park in the west to the Willamette River at the east, encompassing the central city’s Old Town Chinatown and Pearl District, Northwest/Nob Hill, Slabtown and miles of wooded hillsides. Its west side is forested and serene; its east side is urban and lively, a vital part of the central city.
Northeast Portland
For shows, sports and big events, Northeast Portland is hard to beat. In addition to being home to the Moda Center and the Oregon Convention Center, Portland’s largest quadrant boasts striking architecture, historic theaters, a variety of public golf courses and other attractions. You’ll also find numerous colorful neighborhoods, including the Alberta Arts District, Hollywood, Lloyd and many more.
Southwest and South Portland
Best known for lively downtown Portland — the compact, walkable heart of the City of Roses — Southwest Portland is also home to Washington Park’s numerous attractions, Goose Hollow’s blend of historic and modern, the small-town charm of Multnomah Village and more. Nearby South Portland is a laid-back river community offering water recreation, low-key urban green spaces and lots of spots to eat, drink and shop.
Southeast Portland
If you’re searching for Portland’s best-known attributes — hip, artsy, quirky, foody — you may find yourself in Southeast Portland. It’s home to some of the city’s liveliest neighborhoods and popular areas for eating and imbibing, like the Hawthorne District, the Central Eastside and the Jade District. Farther out, you’ll find peaceful parks and family-friendly attractions like the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) and Oaks Amusement Park.
Where is Portland, Oregon?
How far is Portland from Seattle?
Surrounded By Adventure
Rugged coast, snow-capped mountains, lush wine country and waterfalls are all less than two hours from Portland.
Things To Do in Portland
A bustling events calendar welcomes visitors throughout the season and the year.
Portland Winter Light Festival
Brighten your February with glowing sculptures and thousands of twinkling lights at Portland’s annual Winter Lights Festival.
This Month
Popular December events in Portland include annual traditions like tree decorating and light displays, holiday shopping, and cheering on your favorite teams.
This Weekend
Looking for what to do in Portland this weekend? This page lists the best Portland events, festivals, concerts, tours and exhibitions that are happening this weekend.