Portland, Oregon - The Official City Guide

Winter Fun in Portland

Portland comes to life every winter with special seasonal events and activities like the annual Valen Tango festival. Tap into some of the city's most exciting winter offerings.

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Jazz Festival

This celebration of improvised music brings some of jazz’s greatest stars to venues across the city.

Catch A Show

Dining Month

From March 1–31, enjoy three-course meals for just $33 at 130+ of Portland’s top restaurants.

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Jan. 24–Feb. 16, 2020

Reel Music Film Festival

Whitsell Auditorium

Featuring a kaleidoscopic selection of genres, movements, labels, bands, and solo artists, the annua…

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Festival, Film, Music

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Feb. 14–16, 2020

RX Fest

Various Locations $10 and up

Music is medicine. RX Fest is a multi-venue, multi-day festival is a large-scale benefit for orga…

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Festival, Music, Nightlife

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Feb. 12–17, 2020

Valen Tango

DoubleTree by Hilton $24-$349

The City of Roses boasts one of the best tango communities outside of Buenos Aires, with dances and …

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Nightlife

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Feb. 14–16, 2020

Been Ready

Portland Institute for Contemporary Art (PICA) $20

Introducing Rejoice!’s newest creation and upcoming production – Been Ready. Those in the Black comm…

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Black History Month, Cultural Communities, Performing Arts

$Cascade Festival of African Films is the nation\'s longest-running nonprofit African film festival.$

Black History Month

Every February, Americans of all races and backgrounds celebrate Black History Month. Celebrate with these Portland events.

Portland has one of the best tango communities outside of Buenos Aires.

Valen Tango

Every February, some of the world's best tango instructors descend on Portland for Valen Tango, North America's largest and longest-running tango festival.

$Catch live performances all week long during Portland\'s annual Jazz Festival, which draws musicians from around the city and the world together.$

Portland Jazz Festival

The Portland Jazz Festival returns every February with a stellar series of concerts and events celebrating Black History Month.

Portland Dining Month

Every March, the city’s top restaurants offer three-course meals for a great price, making it the best time to experience one of the nation’s most talked-about culinary destinations – affordably. Travel Portland donates money to the Oregon Food Bank for each reservation made through the OpenTable links below. Scroll down to see the full list…

Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival

Colorful fields reminiscent of Holland burst with acres of tulips in full bloom at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn.

Kells Irish Pub has been a Portland institution since 1983.

St. Patrick's Day

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day and all things Irish (including beer, food and live music) at local pubs and upcoming festivities.

$This local springtime festival showcases the city\'s dynamic creative community.$

Design Week Portland

This annual springtime festival showcases Portland's creative community, with a week full of lectures, design events and open houses.

$Portland\'s annual Cinco de Mayo festival features live dancing, music and performances.$

Portland’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

Shop for handmade crafts, snack on traditional recipes and enjoy entertainment straight from Guadalajara at this popular Cinco de Mayo festival.

The Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade is a beloved June tradition in Portland.

Portland Rose Festival

Portland Rose Festival features multiple parades, waterfront carnival rides, concerts, dragon boat races, fireworks and plenty of roses.

Family Fun in Portland

Kids of all ages (including kids at heart) enjoy Portland's attractions, activities and eats in and near the city.

Let's go!

Wander through work by local artists at Alberta Street Gallery, one of several art spaces in the historic Northeast Portland Alberta Arts District.

Alberta Arts District

Lined with street art, galleries, restaurants and bars, this Northeast Portland neighborhood is best known for its colorful monthly street fair.

$A visit to Belmont Collective in Southeast Portland is a good starting point for learning about the city\'s cannabis culture.$

Belmont

Located a few blocks from Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Belmont boasts its own mix of vintage and indie shops, coffee houses, bars and food carts.

$Located in Portland\'s Central Eastside, locally owned Delicious Donuts is a favorite for sweet treats and classic pastries.$

Central Eastside

Across the Willamette River from downtown, this area blends industrial Portland with new restaurants, microbreweries and riverside recreation.

Downtown

Portland’s compact, walkable downtown offers easy access to great food, green spaces, cultural offerings and tax-free shopping. Browse the city’s most diverse mix of retail brands, see a show and grab a bite at a food cart or fine restaurant.

$For a sampling of some of the city\'s best food, head to Cartopia food cart pod on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard.$

Hawthorne

Eclectic is the norm on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, a walkable street with block after block of vintage shops, boutiques and cafés.

Lloyd

Just across the river from downtown, this area caters to convention attendees, sports fans and shoppers.

Find eccentric curiosities like framed and mounted insects, taxidermy and vintage scientific instruments at Paxton Gate on North Mississippi Avenue.

Mississippi

Enjoy live music, local shops and popular restaurants and bars on this historic North Portland street.

Popular local jeweler Betsy & Iya sells their handcrafted accessories, apparel and home goods at their Northwest Portland store.

Northwest / Nob Hill

Northwest Portland offers sophisticated shopping, dining and people-watching.

$Start a day in Old Town Chinatown by crossing through the neighborhood\'s iconic gate.$

Old Town Chinatown

Today, Portland’s original downtown is a bustling entertainment district, home to Portland's famous Saturday Market, Chinatown Museum and Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Pearl District

The chic Pearl District features galleries and cultural institutions, as well as stylish shops and acclaimed eateries.

St. Johns

Discover a lesser-known side of Portland in St. Johns, home to one of Bridgetown’s most gorgeous spans and most beloved parks.

$Thai eatery Eem on North Williams Avenue was named 2019 Restaurant of the Year by \$

Williams

Steps away from bustling Mississippi Avenue, this vibrant North Portland street offers stellar shopping, dining and activities.

Explore the Outdoors

With parks and gardens, hiking, running, biking, nature and wildlife all easily accessible, Portland is ripe for outdoor adventure.

Hit the trail

Peruse local artwork at Alberta Street Gallery in Northeast Portland.

Arts

Galleries, public art, events and avant-garde institutions fill Portland’s vibrant arts scene.

Beer

Portland is home to more breweries than any other city on earth. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”)

For an upscale dispensary experience, head to minimalist-chic Serra in downtown Portland.

Cannabis

Learn all about legal cannabis in Portland with our coverage of the dos, don’ts and more.

The slopes of Mount Tabor Park (an extinct cinder cone volcano in Southeast Portland) is a favorite with local bikers.

Biking

One of the best ways to explore the Rose City is on two wheels.

Craft Spirits

Food

From food carts to farmers markets and award-winning restaurants, Portland is a culinary haven for foodies of all stripes.

Take a class or peruse unique locally-made goods at ceramics studio Carter & Rose on Southeast Division Street.

Makers

Portland is a hub for artists, entrepreneurs and creators alike, with community studios, warehouses and makerspaces that let you DIY your way around town.

Music

Portland’s musical offerings are diverse as the city itself, with options including indie rock, jazz, classical, pop and more.

Karma Rivera performs in Portland in 2019.

Nightlife

Dance clubs, karaoke and comedy all come out at night in Portland — as do late happy hours, swanky bowling and other unexpected delights.

Don’t be shy. Say hi to nature in Portland! We guarantee that by the end of the trail you two will be best friends.

Outdoors

Portland is the perfect launchpad for outdoor activities and adventure.

$Catch a soccer game at downtown Portland\'s Providence Park, which is the proud home of the Portland Thorns and Timbers football clubs.$

Sports

From seeing a soccer match with the Timbers Army to rooting for Rip City and the Trail Blazers, Portland loves its sports.

Outfits of all stripes are encouraged at the Division Street Fair.

Weird

Diverse dining options, gorgeous gardens and unexpected attractions make Portland one of a kind.

Wine

With wine country in its backyard, Portland overflows with wine bars and urban wineries, offering special varietals from around the world.

Top Sights in Portland

Portland’s fun and unexpected attractions range from gardens and museums to (tax-free) retailers of coffee, doughnuts and books.

Check it out

$Local artists and visitors collaborating on making art on the spot at My People\'s Market in 2018.$

African American Community

Connect with the African American community at these businesses, cultural centers, clubs, restaurants and more.

Portland Mercado, an innovative cultural hub in Southeast Portland, houses more than a dozen Latino-owned businesses.

Hispanic American Community

Visit a Catholic monument, Latino eateries and arts groups and institutions to connect with the local Hispanic American community.

Native American Community

Learn about Oregon's Native American culture and history through these collections and institutions.

Cartopia Food Cart Pod

The Cartopia pod is home to a wide variety of food carts and a covered, heated seating area. Most carts are lively late into the night, staying open until midnight Tuesday to Thursday and even later on the weekends.
Portland Mercado

This public market features more than a dozen businesses offering various Latin American foods and products.
Cartlandia Food Cart Pod

This Southeast Portland “super pod” is home to a full-service bar, a family- and dog-friendly outdoor beer garden and over 30 carts representing 15 different countries (including a Voodoo Doughnut mobile van and three carts serving lobster).
Portland State University Food Cart Pod

Located on the south end of the Portland State University campus, this food cart pod offers cuisine from around the world. For seating, head to the shady, tree-lined South Park Blocks nearby.
Fifth Avenue Food Cart Pod

This eclectic collection of eateries in downtown Portland is a local favorite for weekday lunch.

The historic Vista House at Crown Point serves as both a museum, resting point for travelers and panoramic viewpoint of the incredible scenery.

Columbia River Gorge

Starting just 30 miles east of Portland, the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area offers amazing vistas, trails and more than 90 waterfalls.

Mount Hood

Mount Hood offers scenic recreation ranging from camping, hiking and fishing to nearly year-round skiing.

$Crescent Beach is located at Ecola Point on Oregon\'s north coast.$

Oregon Coast

From the fishing city of Astoria to the tide pools of Yachats, the Oregon Coast is a rugged, unspoiled treasure that begins 90 minutes from Portland.

A canopy protects the roadway at PDX from the elements.

Portland International Airport (PDX)

PDX boasts an easy light rail connection to downtown, free Wi-Fi, local food and drink and tax-free shopping with no markups — and 426 flights daily.

MAX Light Rail

Beyond big trees and picnic tables, Washington Park offers a zoo, two museums, gardens and more, all bordered by one of the country’s premier urban wildernesses.

$The lobby of downtown Portland\'s Ace Hotel is adjacent to both a Stumptown Coffee and renowned restaurant Clyde Common.$

Where to Stay

Use these guides to find the perfect place to lay your head during your trip to the Rose City.

The iconic sign and namesake courthouse at Pioneer Courthouse Square.

Tours & Itineraries

Let local experts — and our targeted itineraries — offer inspiration for your time in and around Portland.

Portland Streetcar

In 2001, Portland built the nation’s first modern-day streetcar: the sleek and modern Portland Streetcar.

Portland offers several car-sharing options.

Car- and Ride-Sharing

Car- and ride-sharing services in Portland make it easier than ever to get around the city without bringing your own vehicle.

$Many bus lines serve downtown\'s Transit Mall.$

Bus Service

The TriMet bus system, which covers the city and its suburbs, offers low fares, friendly drivers and full wheelchair accessibility.