'The Best of Portland' City Tour: Small-Group Sightseeing Tour

4.7
(120 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the Pacific Northwest’s most-dynamic cultural hub on this small-group tour of Portland's highlights! Explore diverse neighborhoods with your TripAdvisor 'Hall of Fame' guide. You’ll be treated to morning tea and pastries, as well as walks & scenic views, with round-trip downtown Portland hotel transport included.

Begin with Pittock Mansion for unparalleled views of the city and Mt. Hood. The historic setting is an ideal place to discuss Portland’s pioneer history and development.

Take in roses or cherry blossoms, see the landscape design of J.C. Olmsted, witness sustainability integrated into an urban environment, and learn about cinder-cone volcanoes that once covered the area!

After experiencing the city’s natural side, dive into its artsy and independent spirit. Experience neighborhoods such as the Pearl District, Hawthorne, Nob Hill, Alberta, and North Mississippi for a slice of Portlandia, embodied in food truck pods, hip specialty boutiques, and craft breweries.

What's Included

Water, snacks and other refreshments available.
Travel in luxury in our high-roof Ford Transit Vans
Morning tea, pastries and seasonal snacks. Fresh coffee while overlooking the city from Pittock Mansion!
A 4-hour tour of Portland's "must-see" highlights.
Our small tour groups mean we can really explore, unimpeded, like locals.
Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Portland hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
Local, TripAdvisor 'Hall of Fame' naturalist guide. 'Certified Excellent' every year since 2010!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We'll pick you up at your hotel in downtown Portland. If you are staying outside our restricted pick up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location - The Portland Visitor Center - located at 1132 SW Harvey Milk Street, Portland, OR

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Meeting point

We'll pick you up at your hotel in downtown Portland. If you are staying outside our restricted pick up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location - The Portland Visitor Center - located at 1132 SW Harvey Milk Street, Portland, OR

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The grounds around historic Pittock Mansion offer unparalleled views of Portland and Mt. Hood. We’ll press coffee and share local donuts as we contemplate the city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Located atop the hills west of downtown, Washington Park is home to big trees and Portland favorites like the Rose Test Garden, Japanese Garden, the Oregon Zoo, and the Portland Children's Museum.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    The oldest public rose test garden in the United States, the International Rose Test Garden is home to over 10,000 rose bushes! Lovely views of the city here.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Thrift stores, bookshops, hip boutiques, numerous cafes, walkable blocks, and a charming indie spirit make Hawthorne one of our favorite neighborhoods in Portland! Home to Mt. Tabor Park.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Named to the National Register of Historic Places - 630' high Mt. Tabor Park is one of the few extinct volcanoes found in any American city! Home to big views and lovely trails.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Home to galleries, restaurants, coffee, beer & bars, street art, and the beloved 'Last Thursday' monthly street fair - colorful Alberta lies in Northeast Portland.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    The perfect neighborhood for a weekend of leisurely walking - Northwest Portland's Victorian homes, high-end shopping, and award-winning chefs provide plenty of reason to discover Nob Hill. Home to the Pittock Mansion and Rose Test Garden.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8

    A former warehouse district, today, the Pearl District's cobblestone streets, stylish bars and shops, breweries, and cultural institutions make for highly enjoyable exploring. Home to Powell's City of Books.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    A drive through Old Town, Portland.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    When time permits, we'll drive along Waterfront Park as we head back into downtown Portland.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    If you like, we're happy to drop you off at the tour's end at Powell's City of Books (or we can take you back to your hotel)!

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Evergreen Escapes Portland

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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