Southwest Portland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cable car system, a cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.
A cable car system, a cityscape with buildings, a lake, and a mountain in the distance.
A serene pond with a small stone pagoda, lush greenery, and a waterfall in the background.
A cable car system with a cable car in motion, a bridge, and a mountainous backdrop.
A cable car system in a cityscape with tall buildings and a river.

Stay near popular Southwest Portland attractions

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Photo by Charles Arcudi
Open Photo by Charles Arcudi

Oregon Zoo

8.8/10 (2,016 reviews)
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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Activities

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

AU$119
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

AU$123
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Hopscotch Portland Immersive Art Experience

Hopscotch Portland Immersive Art Experience

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hopscotch Portland Immersive Art Experience
Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park

Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park

AU$130
per adult
Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River

AU$180
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Picture 11 for Activity Portland: Champagne Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

AU$146
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
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Our pick of the best Southwest Portland Hotel Deals

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is AU$183 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$183
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,668 reviews)
"The room was nice, and roomy. The beds were fairly soft, but the plush pillows made it perfect. The bathroom tub had a brown film along the bottom that wiped out, and a hair on the floor. Overall, our room was nice."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

3 out of 5
2080 SW River Drive Portland OR
The price is AU$191 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$191
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1355 SW 2nd Ave. Portland OR
The price is AU$191 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$191
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
Mark Spencer Hotel

Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
409 Sw 11th Ave Portland OR
The price is AU$163 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$163
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,414 reviews)
"Pros- clean property and clean rooms. Friendly staff. Cons- VERY thin walls! I could easily hear the traffic, my neighbors, and even the elevator door, which was very creaky. Made it very difficult to sleep."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Mark Spencer Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

3.5 out of 5
550 SW Oak Street Portland OR
The price is AU$188 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$188
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
545 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is AU$244 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$244
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Southwest Portland

Find the best Southwest Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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Pearl District

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.

A river with a bridge, a red building with 'OMSI' on it, and a modern glass building in the background.
Photo by Glenn Miller
Open Photo by Glenn Miller

Southeast Portland

Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.

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Buckman

If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Revolution Hall or Experiment PDX and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.

Southwest Portland Travel Guide

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