Northwest Portland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Powell's City of Books
Perfect for a rainy-day visit, this famous bookstore is a wonderful spot to visit any day. Browse for hours amid its 1 million books.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Willamette River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Willamette River during your travels in Northwest Portland.
Roseland Theater
You can enjoy a show at Roseland Theater on your trip to Portland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
St. Johns Bridge
St. Johns Bridge is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Burnside Bridge
Find out about the history of Portland when you take a trip to Burnside Bridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
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
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Our pick of the best Northwest Portland Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District
"I loved this place the location was great! The staff were amazing! The only thing is valet parking on a Saturday while checking in. Luckily, I found a free parking space on the street and I was able to check my valet after at night time."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
"In you are staying for 2 nights your room is not cleaned every day. Definitely get the valet parking as it’s very hard to find parking"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District
"Awesome place to stay that has a very easy layout and just perfect for a weekend getaway in the downtown area"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Hoxton Portland
"My wife and I had a great weekend stay at The Hoxton in Portland. The front desk staff were extremely helpful and friendly, the location is very convenient and our room was very clean and well appointed. The restaurant on the top floor is excellent with a great view (we didn't try the other restaurants ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District
"This is a very spacious and modern hotel. We love the courtyard of the hotel. Overall, it is rated as five stars one!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Harlow Hotel
"The rooms are lovely but could maybe use a chair (mine didn’t have one). The bathroom is exquisite. Cafe being on premises was a nice touch."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Portland
North Portland
Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Heron Lakes Golf Club and Portland International Raceway.
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.
Alphabet Historic District
Spend some time visiting places like Trevett-Nunn House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Makah Cultural and Research Center 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.
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.
Cedar Hills
While you're in Cedar Hills, take in top sights like Cedar Hills Crossing and jump on the metro at Millikan Way Station to see more of the city.
