Things to do in Portland - Oregon
Offering adventure and great views of Portland - Oregon, a trip on the Portland Aerial Tram from South Portland is a good introduction to the city. Trams leave the river's east bank beside the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. Washington Park is home to the Portland Japanese Garden, the International Rose Test Garden and the Oregon Zoo. Treats for culture lovers include Downtown's Portland Art Museum and Portland Opera. Some museums are closed on Mondays.
Museums and Galleries
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Show more Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, on the Willamette River's east bank, is fun, interactive and educational. For an extra fee, you can tour a submarine, watch a film in the OMNIMAX Dome Theater and see a Planetarium show.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Cost
US$11; concessions & 3-13s US$9
Opening Hours
Mid-Jun-Aug Tue-Sun 9.30am-7pm; Sep-mid-Jun Tue-Sun 9.30am-5.30pm; open Mon during Portland public school holidays
Address
1945, SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214-3354
Telephone
+1 503 797 4000
Transport
OMSI TriMet Shuttle from the Convention Center MAX station
Website
2. Portland Art Museum - Diverse art collection
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Founded in 1892, the Portland Art Museum comprises a diverse collection of more than 42,000 works of art housed in two magnificent downtown buildings. The Native American art is a particular highlight of the museum's collection.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Cost
US$12; concessions US$9; under 18s free
Opening Hours
Tue, Wed & Sat 10am-5pm; Thu & Fri 10am-8pm; Sun 12pm-5pm
Address
1219, SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Telephone
+1 503 226 2811
Attractions
Expand all3. Portland Japanese Garden - Natural beauty and serenity
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The Portland Japanese Garden offers fine views of snow-capped Mount Hood. Its five garden styles include a Tea Garden and Sand and Stone Garden. One of several Washington Park attractions, this garden is popular and always tranquil.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Cost
US$8; concessions US$5.25-US$6.75; under 6s free
Opening Hours
Apr-Sep Mon 12pm-7pm; Tue-Sun 10am-7pm; Oct-Mar Mon 12pm-4pm; Tue-Sun 10am-4pm
Address
611, SW Kingston Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
Telephone
+1 503 223 1321
4. International Rose Test Garden - Floral gem
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Portland is known as the City of Roses, and new types have been tested at the International Rose Test Garden in Washington Park since 1917. Blooms begin to appear in early May and are most spectacular in early June.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Cost
Free
Opening Hours
Daily 7.30am-9pm
Address
850, SW Rose Garden Way, Portland, OR 97205
Telephone
+1 503 227 7033
Special Things to do
Expand all5. Oregon Zoo - Renowned wildlife preservation centre
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Oregon Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the western US and was established in Washington Park in 1887. It has a successful breeding programme for endangered species. In summer the zoo hosts outdoor concerts.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Cost
US$10.50; concessions US$9; 3-11s US$7.50; under 3s free
Opening Hours
Mid-Apr-mid-Sep daily 9am-6pm; mid-Sep-mid-Apr daily 9am-4pm
Address
4001, SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221-9704
Telephone
+1 503 226 1561
6. Portland Aerial Tram - Commuter cable car
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Portland Aerial Tram is a cable car connecting two parts of the Oregon Health and Science University. Travelling from the South Waterfront, South Portland, to Marquam Hill, Homestead, the tram rises 500 feet in three minutes, offering panoramic city views.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Cost
Return trip US$4; under 7s free
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 5.30am-9.30pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun (mid-May-mid-Sep only) 1pm-5pm
Address
3303, SW Bond Avenue, Portland, OR 97239
Telephone
+1 503 494 8283
