Vancouver National Historic Reserve Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vancouver National Historic Reserve
Popular places to visit
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Stride around a 19th-century fort, watch live craft demonstrations and learn about Washington’s trading and military history.
Pearson Air Museum
Trace the story of flight in a fascinating Vancouver museum housing vintage plane models from the earliest days of aviation.
Officers Row
Walk down a shaded, narrow street and pass elegant 19th-century homes now occupied by museums and private residences.
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 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.
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
Activities
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day
Our pick of the best Vancouver National Historic Reserve Hotel Deals
The Paramount Hotel
Very good
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
We always stay here when we have an early morning flight.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
The staff was amazing, everyone we talked to had the best above and beyond customer service!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
N/a
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
Staff were friendly. Room was clean. Only complaint I have was there was no microwave in our room. We had to go downstairs to the lobby to use one.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
We had a little shock at check in, valet parking was $65.00, I had seen $12.00. We were offered a alternative option for $35.00. I then checked for handicapp discounts and were told we could park on the street for free. We were right across the street from the hot.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Vancouver National Historic Reserve
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Academy and Vancouver Farmers Market while you're in town.
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 Moda Center and Portland International Raceway.
Kenton
While you're in Kenton, take in top sights like Portland International Raceway or Paul Bunyan Statue, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kenton-North Denver Avenue Station or Delta Park-Vanport Station.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
Overlook
While you're in Overlook, take in top sights like Lindbergh's Beach or Swan Island, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Killingsworth Station or North Prescott Station.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Moda 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.
