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.

Updated Apr. 30, 2020 2 min read

Portlanders love to see — and show off — their city on foot. A walking tour lets you experience a street-level view of the supremely walkable city. Get into the neighborhoods and meet the people that make this city great with these Portland walking tours. Led by knowledgeable locals, they combine entertainment, education and exercise.

Know Before You Go

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

General Walking Tours

Walking tours are offered by Portland Walking Tours and Secrets of Portlandia Free Walking Tour. Many tours depart from downtown Portland’s Pioneer Courthouse Square and offer visitors an engaging introduction to the central city’s top sights.

Food Walking Tours

For culinary walking tours, turn to Eat Adventures Food Tours, Forktown Food Tours, Portland Walking Tours, The Big Foody and Third Wave Coffee Tours. These operators’ specialized offerings include walking tours centered around specific Portland neighborhoods and others dedicated to specific ingredients, like chocolate and coffee. And walking tours are the perfect way to experience Portland’s legendary food cart scene.

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Portland Food Tours

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

Beer Walking Tours

Beer walking tours provide a great introduction to the many breweries, brewpubs and beer halls of the city known as “Beervana.” BeerQuest Walking Tours, BREWVANA and Portland Walking Tours all offer beer walking tours.

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Portland Beer Tours

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

Portland Cider Tour

Spend a perfect day touring the city’s best cideries.

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Wine Tours Near Portland

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

Historical Walking Tours

Dig deeper into the city’s past with historical walking tours, like those offered by Know Your City, Slabtown Tours and the Architectural Heritage Center.