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Grab a selfie in front of Portland’s holiday tree at Pioneer Courthouse Square (also known as the city’s “living room”).

Resources for International Visitors

Visiting Portland from another country? Check out these links and resources to help with your trip.

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COVID-19 Testing

If you are planning on traveling internationally after visiting Portland, you may need to present evidence of a negative COVID-19 test at your next port of entry. Portland International Airport (PDX) recommends a testing service provided by Carbon Health for rapid COVID-19 testing ahead of an international flight. Carbon Health currently operates testing locations downtown and at the airport, and they guarantee results within 3 hours or by 2 p.m. the next day. The pharmacy chains Rite Aid and Walgreens also offer COVID-19 testing services. You will need to do your own research to ensure that both the type and timing of your test match the requirements of your destination.

Visitor Information

Foreign-Language Websites

Travel Portland and our partners at Brand USA provide information in the following languages:

Foreign-Language Materials

Download our concise international guide to Portland:

Foreign-Language Tours

These Portland tour operators provide tours in the languages listed below. Contact them individually for more information.

  Chinese French German Japanese Korean Portuguese Spanish
America’s Hub World Tours   X         X
BREWVANA X   X X X   X
Columbia Crossroads*   X X       X
First Nature Treks & Tours * X X X X     X
Pedal Bike Tours **   X X       X
Slabtown Tours X X X X X    
Portland Walking Tours X X X X   X  
Third Wave Coffee Tours X       X    

*Private tours only
**Requires advance notice

Currency Exchange Services

TravelEx has locations at Portland International Airport and another in downtown Portland. Both stores convert foreign banknotes to U.S. dollars.

Laundry Services

Spin Laundry Lounge, a laundromat, bar and cafe one block east of Mississippi Avenue, features high-efficiency equipment and eco-friendly laundry products that let you finish your laundry in 45 minutes, all while enjoying drinks, snacks and free Wi-Fi in a bright, modern environment. Spin also offers wash and fold service.

More Planning Resources

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When to Visit

Portland is welcoming and lively year-round, with every month and season offering its own allures.

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Where to Stay

Those looking to learn where to stay in Portland have plenty of options, from glamorous, high-rise hotels to cozy homes embedded within Portland's many neighborhoods. Lodging options throughout the city are as plentiful as they are unique.

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Portland International Airport (PDX)

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

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Transportation

Portland transportation options include efficient public transit, miles of bike lanes, ride-share services and pedestrian-friendly city streets. Getting around the City of Roses is easier than you think.

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Portland Maps

Use these Portland maps to plan and create your own city experience. This guide provides everything from Portland city and region maps to guided tours, neighborhood information and more.

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Tours & Itineraries

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