A hot air balloon offers picture-perfect views of the Willamette Valley.

Credit: Sionne La Follette

Portland Aerial Tours

Aerial tours give you a bird’s-eye view of Portland and the region.

Updated Nov. 18, 2019

Portland aerial tours give you a bird’s-eye view of the city and region, from inside a plane, helicopter or even hot air balloon.

Know Before You Go

All details are subject to change, so please contact tour operators for the latest information.

Helicopter Tours

Oregon Helicopters takes off from a downtown Portland rooftop and offers tours of the city, flying right over the Willamette River.

Small Plane Tours

Envi Adventures flies out of Troutdale, 18 miles (29 km) east of Portland. Their offerings include flights through the Columbia River Gorge, over Portland or past Mount Hood. Pricing is per flight, not per passenger.

Hot Air Balloon Tours

Departing from the Willamette Valley town of Newberg, 23 miles (37 km) southwest of Portland, Vista Balloon Adventures lets you soar above wineries and farmland. You can see 10 mountains on a clear day, as well as up to six other balloons around you.

The South Park Blocks are at the heart of downtown's Cultural District.

Portland City Tours

Great for first-time visitors, city tours offer a comprehensive experience highlighting the best that Portland has to offer.

The iconic sign and namesake courthouse at Pioneer Courthouse Square.

Portland Walking Tours

These tours let you experience a street-level view of supremely walkable Portland.

Portland Bike Tours

Bike tours let you see Portland like a local, rolling through neighborhoods along this cycling-friendly city’s many bike paths, trails and lanes.

Portland Food Tours

Get a taste of Portland on a variety of food tours focused on specific ingredients, venues or neighborhoods.

Sip beers of all styles at Deschutes Brewery's Portland pub.

Portland Beer Tours

Explore “Beervana” with the help of local expert tour guides on these Portland beer tours.

The tasting room at Sokol Blosser Winery in the Willamette Valley.

Wine Tours Near Portland

Let someone else do the driving while you enjoy wine tasting and vineyard views.

The Columbia River Gorge, just east of Portland, is a designated National Scenic Area.

Columbia River Gorge Tours

Explore the waterfalls of the national scenic area just east of Portland with a guide and driver.

Mount Hood is reflected in scenic Trillium Lake.

Mount Hood Tours from Portland

Explore Oregon’s highest peak, located 90 minutes from Portland, with these tour operators.

The Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler docks in Cascade Locks, east of Portland in the Columbia River Gorge.

Portland Boat Tours

See Portland and the region from the water on boat tours that traverse the Willamette and Columbia rivers.

Gander at different cannabis strains on display at Serra in downtown Portland.

Portland Cannabis Tours

These cannabis tours will help orient you, take you to top spots, and provide a safe way to consume.

Expedition Old Growth leads tree-climbing tours in Mt. Hood National Forest.

Portland Outdoor Adventure Tours

Explore the great outdoors in and around Portland with these tour operators.

Willamette Valley wine country is a popular destination for private tours.

Private Tours in and Around Portland

Operators offering private tours will create custom outings for you and your group.