Alphabet Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alphabet Historic District
Popular places to visit
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Whether you want to relax and soak up some beauty or enjoy one of Portland's many festivals, spare at least one afternoon to enjoy this wonderful waterfront park.
Activities
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Our pick of the best Alphabet Historic District Hotel Deals
The Paramount Hotel
The staff was phenomenal and the property was very clean and modern. Definitely would book again.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Great!!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Everyone was amazing. Great place to stay. Food delivery from almost everywhere.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
Other than parking, the hotel is a decent place
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
Absolutely amazing Hotel! Extremely satisfied with our stay. Timmy at the front desk was extremely helpful and kind. We will for sure be staying here again the next time we are in Portland.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Overnight curbside parking is free!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alphabet Historic District
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Artists Repertory Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.
Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Lloyd Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
