Shopping
Pick up everything in Portland (everything!) without sales tax. From handmade items and vintage stores to designer goods, you’ll find it all, tax-free.
With no sales tax in sight, Portland is a shopper’s paradise. Explore the city’s vibrant maker scene and take home a made-in-Portland souvenir; go treasure hunting at one of the city’s many thrift stores or vintage clothing shops; or spruce up your style at one of the specialty stores featuring iconic brands that call the City of Roses home. Visit these neighborhoods and Portland shopping centers to find everything you need, want and more.
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Shopping Districts
Central City
Downtown
Downtown Portland, the city’s retail core, boasts a wide array of shopping options, from department stores such as Nordstrom, Mario’s and major international retailers like those at Pioneer Place (see below) to the boutiques and specialty shops of the West End.
Men's Shopping in Downtown Portland
Fashion meets function at these flagship shops and designer outposts.
Pioneer Place
Downtown Portland’s home for big-brand shopping, Pioneer Place, houses major brands like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Yves-Saint Laurent, Tory Burch, J. Crew, H&M, Apple and more. In addition to more than 50 stores, the multi-block Portland shopping center has a large food court and a Regal Cinemas movie theater.
Union Way
A modern arcade connecting downtown Portland’s West End with the Pearl District, Union Way houses several small shops, including local brands Danner, All Burn Wax and Wailua Shave Ice.
Pearl District
The Pearl District is renowned for national and international shops and homegrown favorites like the iconic Powell’s City of Books, fashion-forward boutiques, interior design shops and art galleries. Tired of walking? Step aboard the Portland Streetcar, which runs through the neighborhood.
Northwest / Nob Hill
The centerpieces of this Victorian-lined residential area (also known as Nob Hill) are vibrant Northwest 23rd and 21st avenues packed with whimsical boutiques, national retailers, and restaurants with sidewalk seating ideal for people-watching.
Round out the day of Portland shopping with visits to big-name chains like Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware.
Old-School Shopping
These local gems carry hidden treasures, including fashion and furniture, from times gone by.
Vintage Shopping in Portland
Browse costume jewelry, tailored suits and racks upon racks of dresses at Portland's nearly 50 vintage shopping destinations.
Antiquing in Portland
Mid-century furnishings, hardware, kitchsy collectibles and vintage lighting and furniture all await in Portland's carefully curated antiquing scene.
Vinyl Shopping in Portland
From vintage wax to new European imports, those rare releases you’ve been searching for are surely waiting at one of these rockin’ local vinyl stores.
Lloyd Center
Once the largest mall in the Pacific Northwest, this Northeast Portland shopping center hosts around 60 local and national shops and restaurants, a 10-screen movie theater and an indoor ice rink. Lloyd Center is located near the Oregon Convention Center and easily accessed from downtown via MAX light rail.
811 Building
If you’re “so over” the traditional mall format, 811 E. Burnside St. in the Central Eastside is just what the doctor ordered. This indie mall of sorts is home to several local apparel shops and accessory designers, plus a good selection of vintage threads.
Outlet Stores
Just 30 minutes south of Portland, directly off Interstate 5, Woodburn Premium Outlets is the largest tax-free outlet in the West. Pull in for sought-after style from more than 100 stores like Columbia Sportswear, Adidas and Banana Republic, often at deep discounts.
The Columbia Gorge Outlets, 25 minutes east of Portland, features Adidas, Gap, Levi’s, Coach and 40 more big brands.
In Portland, there’s a Columbia Sportswear Outlet Store in Sellwood, and you’ll find a full range of clothing and shoes at the Nike Factory Store.
Shopping Centers
Jantzen Beach Center
Jantzen Beach Center, just south of Vancouver, Washington, is an expansive outdoor mall with nearly 30 stores. The big brands on offer include Lane Bryant, TJ Maxx, and Ulta Beauty.
Cascade Station
Conveniently located along the MAX light rail Red Line, two stops away from Portland International Airport, Cascade Station is one of Portland’s top spots for big-box shopping. The Northeast Portland shopping features 46 stores, including Oregon’s only IKEA, as well as Best Buy and the Banana Republic Factory Store.
Around the Region
Southwest of Portland, Bridgeport Village features 70 upscale shops in an open-air setting. At the same time, Tigard’s Washington Square Mall is home to five department stores, as well as more than 170 specialty stores, including Sephora, Williams-Sonoma and Pottery Barn.
Outlet Stores and Malls
Discover big-box, tax-free shopping at these stores near Portland.
More Tax-Free Shopping
Find inspiration for your next made-in-Portland shopping spree.
Sneaker Culture in Portland
The Portland Sneakerhead Scene
Casual collectors and seasoned sneakerheads can dive into the Portland sneakerhead scene at these Old Town Chinatown shops and businesses.
Sneaker Week
Sneaker Week offers fun events for sneaker addicts and footwear newbies alike.
Shoe Shopping in Downtown Portland
Has trekking around Portland worn holes in your shoes? Head to these tax-free footwear staples and you’ll be back to exploring in no time!
Upcoming Shopping Events
Take home a made-in-Portland souvenir at one of these upcoming shopping events.
Portland Indigenous Marketplace
Portland Indigenous Marketplace will host the Spring Indigenous Marketplace. There will be over 30 vendors, food, art exhibits, and so much more. Trimet: #6, #14, #15, #70
Portland Saturday Market
Open every Saturday from March–December, Portland Saturday Market is the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the U.S.
First Thursday in the Pearl District
Starting in 1986, First Thursday in the Pearl is a district-wide celebration on the first Thursday of each month. Originally a gathering of art collectors and dealers, the celebration has grown to a monthly event of over ten thousand people, including art enthusiasts, wine aficionados, and scenesters looking to see and be seen. Art galleries in…
Farmers Market at Portland State University
The Portland Farmers Market at Portland State University will be open every Saturday, year-round. April through October hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. November through March hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Market at PSU is located in Downtown Portland in the South Park Blocks between SW College & Montgomery Streets.
Hollywood Farmers Market
Year-round on Saturdays, the Hollywood Farmers Markets hosts 50+ vendors, bringing you the best of the region’s agricultural bounty. In addition to amazingly fresh, local food, you’ll find live music, children’s activities, and fun events throughout the season. April through September, every Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM,, October and November, every Saturday 9 AM…
Trillium Festival
Welcome back Spring. The Annual Trillium Festival at Tryon Creek State Natural Area is an educational event for the whole community that celebrates the season of renewal in the forest and beyond. For 44 years, Friends of Tryon Creek has celebrated the return of the Trillium, an early-season perennial native to our local forests. This…
The Biggest Clothing Swap in The Northwest
The BIGGEST Clothing Swap in the Northwest. Two full floors of swapping fun. The Ballroom on the 3rd Floor: The main swap area with tons of clothing sorted into non-binary categories as well as a plethora of shoes and accessories.Plus, a bar. Lola’s Room on the 2nd Floor: Plus-size swap sponsored by Chub Hub with more…
Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
Come join the Festival in Portland – At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies.
Cherry Blossom Bazaar
This epic sale of Japanese treasures happens only once every other year. You'll find something for every age, taste, and budget. Hunt for hidden treasures at this unique Japanese collectibles, clothing, and furniture sale. Items from 25 cents. Browse through multiple rooms of furnishings and decor, books, clothing and accessories, records, kitchen and cooking items,…
Portland Bazaar
The PORTLAND BAZAAR is the city’s finest holiday gift showcase and sale. Started in 2011, their mission is to create an exciting event highlighting the skilled artists, makers and small businesses of Portland, Oregon. When you shop small, you are putting your dollars directly back into the community by supporting someone’s small business and their…
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