Southeast Portland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Unique interactive exhibits will have all members of the family playing scientist or engineer while learning about how our world works.
Mt Tabor Park
After visiting Mt Tabor Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Reed College
Enjoy the student vibe at Reed College during your stay in Portland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Hawthorne Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Hawthorne Theatre during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Laurelhurst Park
Laurelhurst Park is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
Spots of color decorate this peaceful garden just outside central Portland. Come throughout the year for varying delights of flowers and trees.
Activities
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Our pick of the best Southeast Portland Hotel Deals
Eastside Lodge
"Okay"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hotel Grand Stark
"Was in town for a couple concerts- cool rooms. Not huge but comfortable and clean and some street noise at night. Only downside is parking is pricey."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
KEX Portland
"Great spot in town. Easy to get everywhere and a cute little hotel!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Jupiter Hotel
"The room was okay. Staff was less than helpful, told me they had no onsite parking available because I booked the room through Expedia. Had to park in a pay lot 2 block away. We stayed 2 nights and can assure you there were lots of empty parking spaces the 2 nights we were there. It's obvious the ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Paramount Hotel
"We loved the location of the property. It was close to everything downtown. The staff was great and friendly. We will definitely stay here again, if we go back to the Portland area."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
"*"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Portland
Richmond
If you're spending some time in Richmond, Hawthorne Theatre and Southeast Wine Collective are top sights worth seeing.
East Portland
Consider a visit to Glendoveer Golf Course and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in East Portland. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at East 122nd Avenue Station or East 148th Avenue Station.
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Belmont and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, 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 Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Eastbank Esplanade and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop to see more of the city.
Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
