Overview
Come explore the unique history and diverse culture of the entertainingly eccentric city of Portland! Enjoy a fascinating and informative narration by your local guide, highlighting the colorful past and present of Portland’s many historic churches, diverse modern architectural wonders, abundant city parks, bountiful boutiques and world famous culinary hot spots.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Snacks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
MOST GUESTS ARE PICKED UP AT THE HOTEL THEY SELECTED WHEN BOOKING, HOWEVER, IF YOU DO NOT SELECT A SPECIFIC HOTEL - general default pickup location: 2001 S River Dr, Portland,OR 97201 **PARKING - If driving, we recommend The Douglas Garage for parking. Address is: 1835 S River Dr, Portland, OR 97201
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
*WHERE WILL I BE PICKED UP AND DROPPED OFF?
*HOTEL PICKUP - Most guests are picked up at their hotel, which they can choose from the dropdown list while checking out online during the booking process - see full hotel list on our website's F.A.Q. section (https://infiniteoregontours.com/faqs).
*IF YOU DO NOT SELECT A HOTEL - PLEASE MEET US AT: DEFAULT PICKUP LOCATION: SOUTH WATERFRONT PARK - ADDRESS: 2001 S River Dr, Portland, OR 97201. South Waterfront Park is at the intersection of SW River Dr. and SW Montgomery St. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/LE8m9uxU5rPmgECt8)
*YOUR GUIDE WILL ALSO CONFIRM PICKUP DETAILS WITH YOU VIA TEXT: You will receive a confirmation text from your guide the night before your tour (usually before 8:00pm). Please respond right away and we'll "check you in" on our manifest. Thanks!
*WHEN WILL I BE PICKED UP (TOUR PICKUP TIME)?
Please be in the lobby of your hotel (or the default pickup location in South Waterfront Park) 30 minutes BEFORE the official start time of the tour.
Example: if the official tour start time is 9:00am, please be in lobby at 8:30am. Pickup will be sometime BETWEEN 8:30 & 9:00am.
*TOUR VEHICLE (usually a white 12-passenger high-roof Ford Transit tour van) or possibly a smaller mini van or SUV in rare instances.
*PARKING AT DEFAULT PICKUP LOCATION:
If you are driving your own vehicle to the default pickup location, there is a public parking garage called The Douglas Garage available just a block or so away at: 1835 S River Dr, Portland, OR 97201. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/i9ZjFJAe1k4Eeq9E9)
There are several other parking garages within about a 5-10 minute walk if needed.
*WHAT SHOULD I WEAR AND/OR BRING ON THE TOUR?
It's always a good idea to bring multiple layers for warmth, a good rain jacket and comfortable walking shoes. Oregon's climate changes quickly even in the summer.
*BAGS: A small day pack, camera bag, purse or tote bag are fine in the van as long as they can fit by your feet. No large suitcases. Thanks!
What to expect
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International Rose Test Garden
20 min
Visit the world-renowned and oldest International Rose Test Garden in the U.S. created way back in 1917! Take time to smell the roses and wander through the various fascinating attractions of famous Washington Park. Revel in the beauty, color and enchanting fragrance of over 10,000 individual rose bushes representing over 650 different varieties of this! Portland is known as the "City of Roses", thanks in part to this incredible display of nature's beautiful bounty.
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Pittock Mansion
20 min
Walk through the ornate grounds of the historic Pittock Mansion, built in an impressive French Renaissance nouveau style by one of Portland’s first titans of industry back in 1914. Take in the best panoramic view of both West & East Portland from the lofty hillside that offers breath-taking vistas of our surrounding snow-capped volcanoes, the Willamette River, downtown Portland and sprawling temperate rainforest stretching to the horizon and beyond!
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Pioneer Courthouse Square
20 min
Pass by Portland's iconic central "living room" plaza which offers a space for more than 300 planned events/festivals/gatherings every year, interesting cultural highlights, artwork and a fascinating backstory, which your guide will reveal in great detail!
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Tom McCall Waterfront Park
20 min
Pass by this iconic lush green space lining the banks of the Willamette River filled with cherry trees, bikers, scooters, runners, walkers, lovers and commuters. Marvel in the resulting beauty and tranquility of the largest urban freeway removal projects in the U.S.
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Northwest 23rd Avenue
20 min
Cruise down this trendy and hip happenin' hot spot of culture, boutiques, bars and restaurants. One very famous cartoon actually got the names of many of the characters from this pedestrian friendly neighborhood. Can you guess which one? Your guide will quiz you!
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Ladd's Addition
20 min
Enjoy an informative drive through the friendly and bohemian neighborhoods of SE Portland filled with 100's of funky bars, micro-breweries galore, classy cuisine, food carts, music venues, art galleries, cafes, coffee shops and charming streets lined with old growth Elms and historic homes. This is where every savvy visitor to Portland ends up spending some of their most memorable moments... livin' it up, exploring the colorful Hawthorne, Division and Belmont neighborhoods while chatting with the welcoming locals! Simply put, Southeast is the place to be!
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Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
10 min
Pass by this incredible museum of hands on discovery, scientific adventure and fascinating rotating exhibits from around the world. Lucky guests can even participate in an over-21 late night visual and auditory transcendental experience at the world class Omnimax theater, which shows everything from surfing documentaries to laser light shows to Hubble deep field space telescope imagery of the origins of the cosmos...all set to music and light shows that dazzle the senses and expand the mind!
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Washington Park
30 min
This sprawling 400-acre crown jewel of the Portland Parks Department reveals an impressive array of hidden gems; such as the Hoyt Arboretum (a living museum of 2,300 different species of trees and wild hiking trails!), the Oregon Zoo, The World Forestry Center, The Children's Museum, The Japanese Gardens, The International Rose Test Gardens and some of the most spectacular views of the city from the dramatic hills of the Tualatin Mountains (West Hills). There is literally a lifetime of discovery in this one park!
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South Park Blocks
30 min
Drive through these tree-lined urban sanctuaries adorned with the gorgeous architecture of historic churches, the Portland Art Museum, The Oregon Historical Society, Portland State University, The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall and many other artistic and cultural showpieces of Portland. Your guide will give a riveting deeper dig into the nuances, history and highlights of each locale!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- This tour includes several short stops that involve some light walking of 5 to 10 minutes, but the whole tour can be easily enjoyed just from the van alone if mobility is an issue or the weather is less than ideal.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Portland, Oregon City Tour!
Can I cancel Portland, Oregon City Tour! for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–4 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
MOST GUESTS ARE PICKED UP AT THE HOTEL THEY SELECTED WHEN BOOKING, HOWEVER, IF YOU DO NOT SELECT A SPECIFIC HOTEL - general default pickup location: 2001 S River Dr… Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Snacks
Which places does it visit?
It visits International Rose Test Garden, Pittock Mansion, Pioneer Courthouse Square, Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Northwest 23rd Avenue, Ladd's Addition, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Washington Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Infinite Oregon Tours
