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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.

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 get in touch with tour operators for the latest information.

Helicopter Tours

Oregon Helicopters takes off from a downtown Portland rooftop and offers city tours, flying right over the Willamette River to view city parks & gardens, the city at night and other packages.

Small Plane Tours

Envi Adventures flies out of Troutdale, 18 miles (29 km) east of Portland. Their offerings include flights through the scenic 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.

Portland Tour Options

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Portland City Tours

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

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Portland Walking Tours

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

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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.

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Portland Boat Tours

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

A hot air balloon floats above a wooded valley.

Portland Aerial Tours

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

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Portland Outdoor Adventure Tours

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

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Food Tours In and Around Portland

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

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Wine Tours Near Portland

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

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Portland Beer Tours

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