Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
Some favorite restaurants I've been to and that guests have been to and liked.
Ya Hala Lebanese Cuisine
8005 SE Stark StExcellent, authentic Lebanese food. Get the baklava!
Coffeeshop near the house... Still window service only, save time by ordering ahead: https://seven-virtues-coffee-roasters.square.site/
56 místní doporučují
Seven Virtues Coffee Roasters on Glisan
5936 NE Glisan StCoffeeshop near the house... Still window service only, save time by ordering ahead: https://seven-virtues-coffee-roasters.square.site/
Excellent pizza with a variety of toppings and types, nearby the house
65 místní doporučují
East Glisan Pizza Lounge
8001 NE Glisan StExcellent pizza with a variety of toppings and types, nearby the house
The Barley Pod
6035 NE Halsey StBrewery with 8-10 food carts nearby the house at NE 60 and Halsey
Solid Italian food, even if you're from New Jersey. From Google: Classic Italian plates for dinner, plus pastries & sandwiches for breakfast & lunch in quaint digs.
17 místní doporučují
Casa Italia
3035 SE Division StSolid Italian food, even if you're from New Jersey. From Google: Classic Italian plates for dinner, plus pastries & sandwiches for breakfast & lunch in quaint digs.
Easygoing New American restaurant & lounge offering a warm decor, plus happy-hour food & brunch. Get the potato pancakes.
57 místní doporučují
Redwood
7915 SE Stark StEasygoing New American restaurant & lounge offering a warm decor, plus happy-hour food & brunch. Get the potato pancakes.
Bustling coffeehouse features house-roasted espresso drinks in a sophisticated, minimalist interior. Finnish pastries :)
170 místní doporučují
Heart Coffee Roasters
2211 E Burnside StBustling coffeehouse features house-roasted espresso drinks in a sophisticated, minimalist interior. Finnish pastries :)
Small outpost drawing crowds for tacos & other Mexican basics made with a nod to sustainability. Also, beers. Order first then find a table.
318 místní doporučují
¿Por Qué No?
4635 Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardSmall outpost drawing crowds for tacos & other Mexican basics made with a nod to sustainability. Also, beers. Order first then find a table.
Lively, intimate spot featuring inventive, rotating Spanish small plates, wines & a tasting menu.
179 místní doporučují
Toro Bravo
120 NE Russell StLively, intimate spot featuring inventive, rotating Spanish small plates, wines & a tasting menu.
Breakfast dishes & Bloody Marys are especially popular at this small, simple Scandinavian eatery.
156 místní doporučují
Broder Café
2508 SE Clinton StBreakfast dishes & Bloody Marys are especially popular at this small, simple Scandinavian eatery.
Quirky cafe in a double-decker bus specializing in Egyptian- & Turkish-style coffee & tea drinks.
16 místní doporučují
Tov Coffee & Tea
3639 SE Hawthorne BlvdQuirky cafe in a double-decker bus specializing in Egyptian- & Turkish-style coffee & tea drinks.
This cash-only, counter-serve bakeshop serves creative donuts in colorful, quirky environs.
366 místní doporučují
Voodoo Doughnut
8145 SE 82nd AveThis cash-only, counter-serve bakeshop serves creative donuts in colorful, quirky environs.
Cool quick Thai spot with great fried chicken. From Google: Thai plates & draft brews are the draw at this snug, rustic-chic counter serve with outdoor seating.
156 místní doporučují
Hat Yai
1605 NE Killingsworth StCool quick Thai spot with great fried chicken. From Google: Thai plates & draft brews are the draw at this snug, rustic-chic counter serve with outdoor seating.
Delicious Lebanese. Every table gets a poofy pita bread :)
From Google: Family-run cafe serving kebabs, fresh pitas & other Lebanese dishes in a small, no-frills room.
125 místní doporučují
Nicholas Restaurant Lebanese and Mediterranean Cuisine
3223 NE BroadwayDelicious Lebanese. Every table gets a poofy pita bread :)
From Google: Family-run cafe serving kebabs, fresh pitas & other Lebanese dishes in a small, no-frills room.
Snug Italian restaurant offering meatball-laden specialties in spare digs with sidewalk seating.
20 místní doporučují
24th and Meatballs
2341 NE Glisan StSnug Italian restaurant offering meatball-laden specialties in spare digs with sidewalk seating.
This group of food carts known as a "pod" features a variety of fare from lunch through late-night. Fire pits!
63 místní doporučují
Cartopia
1207 SE Hawthorne BlvdThis group of food carts known as a "pod" features a variety of fare from lunch through late-night. Fire pits!
Petite counter-serve nook lined with vivid murals offering an assortment of Mexican favorites. It looks like a hole in the wall, but it's wonderful 👍🏼
Los Taquitos Taqueria
5832 NE Glisan StPetite counter-serve nook lined with vivid murals offering an assortment of Mexican favorites. It looks like a hole in the wall, but it's wonderful 👍🏼
Local, seasonal breakfast & lunch fare are the stars at this vibrant mainstay with outdoor seating.
44 místní doporučují
The New Deal Café
5250 NE Halsey StLocal, seasonal breakfast & lunch fare are the stars at this vibrant mainstay with outdoor seating.
Cozy and rustic Southwestern fare, perfect for stopping before a movie at Laurelhurst Theater!
23 místní doporučují
The Goose
2725 SE Ankeny StCozy and rustic Southwestern fare, perfect for stopping before a movie at Laurelhurst Theater!
Solid brunch spot for any time of day. Dog friendly outdoor and attached indoor covered area.
359 místní doporučují
Tin Shed Garden Cafe
1438 NE Alberta StSolid brunch spot for any time of day. Dog friendly outdoor and attached indoor covered area.
Skip the line and beeline to the bar to sample new takes on Middle Eastern staples, craft cocktails and solid wine list.
144 místní doporučují
Tusk
2448 E Burnside StSkip the line and beeline to the bar to sample new takes on Middle Eastern staples, craft cocktails and solid wine list.
Modern Thai restaurant that seems more sophisticated than others. Nice bar, close to other restaurants and food carts if there's a wait.
110 místní doporučují
PaaDee
6 SE 28th AveModern Thai restaurant that seems more sophisticated than others. Nice bar, close to other restaurants and food carts if there's a wait.
Great sandwiches and lots of tables, but it's also a butcher shop and has a nice bar. Check it out for lunch or dinner.
147 místní doporučují
Laurelhurst Market
3155 E Burnside StGreat sandwiches and lots of tables, but it's also a butcher shop and has a nice bar. Check it out for lunch or dinner.
Sweedeedee
5202 N Albina AveLovely cafe with breakfast, lunch and beautiful baked goods.
Late (8 pm–close) Happy Hour includes $6 margherita pizzas and $4 beer and wine!!
59 místní doporučují
Pizzeria Otto
6708 NE Sandy BlvdLate (8 pm–close) Happy Hour includes $6 margherita pizzas and $4 beer and wine!!
Lovely little restaurant in cute neighborhood up on Mt. Tabor for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner serving "New American" cuisine.
101 místní doporučují
Coquine
6839 SE Belmont StLovely little restaurant in cute neighborhood up on Mt. Tabor for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner serving "New American" cuisine.
Solid ramen spot downtown. Order on screens when you walk in and then grab a table. Big, lively room with open seating.
14 místní doporučují
AFURI ramen + dumpling
50 SW 3rd AveSolid ramen spot downtown. Order on screens when you walk in and then grab a table. Big, lively room with open seating.
A true gem in the NW 23rd Ave district. Small space, but the food is excellent.
7 místní doporučují
Top Burmese
413 NW 21st AveA true gem in the NW 23rd Ave district. Small space, but the food is excellent.
Brand new foodhall featuring Gigantic Brewing, Alleamin African Kitchen, Tierra del Sol, The Pie Spot & Sea and River Sushi!
Rocket Empire Machine
6935 NE Glisan StBrand new foodhall featuring Gigantic Brewing, Alleamin African Kitchen, Tierra del Sol, The Pie Spot & Sea and River Sushi!
Excellent cuisine from Northern China. Bring back to the house or eat at the tables outside the restaurant.
Shandong 2GO
Excellent cuisine from Northern China. Bring back to the house or eat at the tables outside the restaurant.
10 minute walk from the house, perfect for breakfast and coffee. Plenty of seating in their little yard with tables and heaters. Pretzel-pastries and all kinds of Bavarian delights.
15 místní doporučují
Fressen Artisan Bakery and Cafe
7075 NE Glisan St10 minute walk from the house, perfect for breakfast and coffee. Plenty of seating in their little yard with tables and heaters. Pretzel-pastries and all kinds of Bavarian delights.
Everything is vegan but you might not even be able to tell. Everyone I send here loves it.
29 místní doporučují
Doe Donuts
4110 Northeast Sandy BoulevardEverything is vegan but you might not even be able to tell. Everyone I send here loves it.
Excellent Indonesian food currently for takeout or dine outside on their many tables. I recommend the Sayur Nangka (curry soup with jackfruit and long beans) and the Ayam Goreng (fried chicken with rice, cabbage, veg and sauces - mix it all up).
8 místní doporučují
Wajan
4611 E Burnside StExcellent Indonesian food currently for takeout or dine outside on their many tables. I recommend the Sayur Nangka (curry soup with jackfruit and long beans) and the Ayam Goreng (fried chicken with rice, cabbage, veg and sauces - mix it all up).
Reliably excellent Thai Food. Dine in and street-side seating is available but they have also mastered takeout and delivery through all the apps.
20 místní doporučují
Thai Peacock Restaurant
219 SW 9th Ave.Reliably excellent Thai Food. Dine in and street-side seating is available but they have also mastered takeout and delivery through all the apps.
Modern Times Beer
600 SE Belmont StTasty vegan food and tons of beer to go!
Pine Street Market
126 SW 2nd AveFood hall downtown with lots of options
Khao Moo Dang
3145 Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardThey do a Thai brunch
Hawthorne Asylum
1080 SE Madison StLoads of food carts with fire pits and ample seating
One of Portland's oldest Italian restaurants with a beautiful market on the side
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Amalfi's Italian Restaurant
4703 NE Fremont StOne of Portland's oldest Italian restaurants with a beautiful market on the side
Nice spot in Alberta neighborhood with heated patio, brunch, happy hour...
168 místní doporučují
Radio Room
1101 NE Alberta StNice spot in Alberta neighborhood with heated patio, brunch, happy hour...
Mexican spot with lots of outdoor seating pods in The Pearl.
11 místní doporučují
Verde Cocina en la Perla
1131 NW Hoyt StMexican spot with lots of outdoor seating pods in The Pearl.
Tiffin Asha
3519 NE Killingsworth StOnly open weekends. Go here for dosas, chutneys and chai.
Mexican spot In the new food hall, "rocket empire machine," they specialize in Oaxacan food with 5-6 moles on the menu and handmade blue corn tortillas for their tacos.
Tierra del Sol Cuisine
6935 Northeast Glisan StreetMexican spot In the new food hall, "rocket empire machine," they specialize in Oaxacan food with 5-6 moles on the menu and handmade blue corn tortillas for their tacos.
The Pie Spot
521 NE 24th AvePrevious guests really liked the mushroom and gruyere pot pies!
The Sweet Hereafter
3326 SE Belmont StGet the Fried Chk'n Po Boy!
Nice little donuts but go on your birthday week for a free dozen :)
219 místní doporučují
Pip's Original Doughnuts & Chai
4759 NE Fremont StNice little donuts but go on your birthday week for a free dozen :)
I love the shrimp salad rolls, the sticky rice with chicken and chinese sausage and also the steamed banana cake! No frills and very cheap/very good.
10 místní doporučují
Bui Natural Tofu
520 NE 76th AveI love the shrimp salad rolls, the sticky rice with chicken and chinese sausage and also the steamed banana cake! No frills and very cheap/very good.
"America's best Russian restaurant," I hear the soup dumplings are great, but they offer lots of small plates meant to be consumed with vodka.
119 místní doporučují
Kachka
960 SE 11th Ave"America's best Russian restaurant," I hear the soup dumplings are great, but they offer lots of small plates meant to be consumed with vodka.
Epif
404 NE 28th AveIncredible vegan takes on Andes cuisine!
Essentials
My go-to for anything and (most) everything-food. It's a 4-min drive from the house.
480 místní doporučují
Trader Joe's
2122 NW Glisan StMy go-to for anything and (most) everything-food. It's a 4-min drive from the house.
Fred Meyer
3805 SE Hawthorne BlvdThey have everything
Call ahead for an acupuncture treatment or massage with student interns at reduced rates.
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
75 NW Couch StCall ahead for an acupuncture treatment or massage with student interns at reduced rates.
It's like the Apple Store of dispensaries, and lots of collabs with local food/drink producers.
8 místní doporučují
Serra Dispensary Belmont
2519 SE Belmont StIt's like the Apple Store of dispensaries, and lots of collabs with local food/drink producers.
It's the closest dispensary (within 5 minutes walking) and they have everything you'd want.
Urban Farmacy
420 NE 60th AveIt's the closest dispensary (within 5 minutes walking) and they have everything you'd want.
This is the Portland version of Whole Foods. It's a beautiful store and there are several of them. Lots of local products and great wine selection.
1022 místní doporučují
New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveThis is the Portland version of Whole Foods. It's a beautiful store and there are several of them. Lots of local products and great wine selection.
Drinks & Nightlife
Elevated cocktails & global bar bites, plus live music & DJs in a cool, cozy basement setting with Funktion One sound.
51 místní doporučují
The Liquor Store
Elevated cocktails & global bar bites, plus live music & DJs in a cool, cozy basement setting with Funktion One sound.
Industrial-style brewpub with a patio & a vast list of craft beers & elevated American eats. My favorite brewery.
278 místní doporučují
Breakside Brewery - DEKUM
820 NE Dekum StIndustrial-style brewpub with a patio & a vast list of craft beers & elevated American eats. My favorite brewery.
Vintage furniture & reclaimed-wood floors set the backdrop for creative American fare & cocktails. Late-night parties hosted often in the upstairs level.
20 místní doporučují
Bit House Saloon
727 SE Grand AveVintage furniture & reclaimed-wood floors set the backdrop for creative American fare & cocktails. Late-night parties hosted often in the upstairs level.
Spot with futuristic log-cabin decor hosting indie music shows, with an eclectic diner menu & bar.
249 místní doporučují
Doug Fir Lounge
301 E Burnside StSpot with futuristic log-cabin decor hosting indie music shows, with an eclectic diner menu & bar.
Warm, casual German eatery & bar offering a menu of classic dishes, plus lagers, ales & bocks.
76 místní doporučují
Stammtisch
401 NE 28th AveWarm, casual German eatery & bar offering a menu of classic dishes, plus lagers, ales & bocks.
Sexy cocktail bar in a former hotel lobby serving American small plates, platters & eclectic drinks.
161 místní doporučují
Sapphire Hotel Bar
5008 SE Hawthorne BlvdSexy cocktail bar in a former hotel lobby serving American small plates, platters & eclectic drinks.
A renovated church houses this intimate live music spot with burgers & drinks in the adjoining bar.
436 místní doporučují
Mississippi Studios
3939 N Mississippi AveA renovated church houses this intimate live music spot with burgers & drinks in the adjoining bar.
Rum Club
720 SE Sandy BlvdFun cocktails and happy hour specials
Welcoming pub offers gastropub fare in a rustic, wood-decked setting with multiple TVs.
99 místní doporučují
Tabor Tavern
5325 E Burnside StWelcoming pub offers gastropub fare in a rustic, wood-decked setting with multiple TVs.
Go for happy hour (4-7, 9-close on Mon-Sat and noon-close on Sun) for an incredible view!
283 místní doporučují
Portland City Grill
111 SW 5th AveGo for happy hour (4-7, 9-close on Mon-Sat and noon-close on Sun) for an incredible view!
Blank Slate
7201 NE Glisan StNearby cocktail bar!
It's a chill wine bar nearby. There is live music some nights and you can also buy bottles from the wall on the side.
9 místní doporučují
Vino Veritas Wine Bar and Bottle Shop
7835 SE Stark StIt's a chill wine bar nearby. There is live music some nights and you can also buy bottles from the wall on the side.
Taproom in nearby Montavilla with heated, streetside outdoor space
8 místní doporučují
Threshold Brewing & Blending
403 SE 79th AveTaproom in nearby Montavilla with heated, streetside outdoor space
Nice little craft brewery with outdoor beer garden space.
28 místní doporučují
Little Beast Brewing Beer Garden
3412 SE Division StNice little craft brewery with outdoor beer garden space.
Big outdoor patio space, open late. Try their Bruja cocktail with the pepper-pineapple-infused tequila.
98 místní doporučují
Rontoms
600 E Burnside StBig outdoor patio space, open late. Try their Bruja cocktail with the pepper-pineapple-infused tequila.
My foodie guests have especially enjoyed their inventive dishes and cocktails.
11 místní doporučují
Scotch Lodge
215 SE 9th AveMy foodie guests have especially enjoyed their inventive dishes and cocktails.
If you're in this neighborhood, check it out. It's like a secret neighborhood bar.
7 místní doporučují
Advice Booth
5426 N Gay AveIf you're in this neighborhood, check it out. It's like a secret neighborhood bar.
Fun tiki bar with food. Try the Lava Flow.
10 místní doporučují
Da' Hui Bar & Grill is OPEN! Order Food Togo!
6506 SE Foster RdFun tiki bar with food. Try the Lava Flow.
Parks & Nature
Large forested park covering an extinct volcano with tennis courts, a playground & 360-degree views. Nice, easy hike in the city.
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Mt Tabor Dog Park
2219 SE Lincoln StLarge forested park covering an extinct volcano with tennis courts, a playground & 360-degree views. Nice, easy hike in the city.
Laurelhurst Park is a city park in the neighborhood of Laurelhurst in Portland, Oregon. The 26.81-acre park was acquired in 1909 from the estate of former Portland mayor William S. Ladd.
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Laurelhurst Park
SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd & Stark StLaurelhurst Park is a city park in the neighborhood of Laurelhurst in Portland, Oregon. The 26.81-acre park was acquired in 1909 from the estate of former Portland mayor William S. Ladd.
Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park is a 36.59-acre park located in downtown Portland, Oregon, along the Willamette River. After the 1974 removal of Harbor Drive, the park was opened to the public in 1978. The park covers 13 tax lots is owned by the City of Portland.
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Tom McCall Waterfront Park
98 SW Naito PkwyGovernor Tom McCall Waterfront Park is a 36.59-acre park located in downtown Portland, Oregon, along the Willamette River. After the 1974 removal of Harbor Drive, the park was opened to the public in 1978. The park covers 13 tax lots is owned by the City of Portland.
Tranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop.
405 místní doporučují
Lan Su Chinese Garden
239 NW Everett StTranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop.
Many styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view.
1015 místní doporučují
Japonská zahrada v Portlandu
611 SW Kingston AveMany styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view.
Multnomah Falls is a waterfall located in the Columbia River Gorge, east of Troutdale, between Corbett and Dodson, Oregon, United States. The waterfall is accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway and Interstate 84.
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Multnomah Falls station
Multnomah Falls is a waterfall located in the Columbia River Gorge, east of Troutdale, between Corbett and Dodson, Oregon, United States. The waterfall is accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway and Interstate 84.
Beautiful natural beach on the Columbia River with a clothing-optional area
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Státní park Rooster Rock
Beautiful natural beach on the Columbia River with a clothing-optional area
One of many nice half-day hikes about 30 minutes away on the Oregon side of the Gorge.
Devil's Rest Trail
Devil's Rest TrailOne of many nice half-day hikes about 30 minutes away on the Oregon side of the Gorge.
Beautiful half-day hike on the Washington side of the Gorge that passes by a few waterfalls.
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Hamilton Mountain trail head
Hamilton Mountain TrailBeautiful half-day hike on the Washington side of the Gorge that passes by a few waterfalls.
It's big! At the edge of the city, there are tons of trails and multiple places to park and go in. Get lost in one of the largest urban parks in the United States!
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Lesní park
It's big! At the edge of the city, there are tons of trails and multiple places to park and go in. Get lost in one of the largest urban parks in the United States!
This is my favorite waterfall. You can get right under the spray, if you want to. It's a 2-min, short hike from the car.
42 místní doporučují
Latourell Falls
This is my favorite waterfall. You can get right under the spray, if you want to. It's a 2-min, short hike from the car.
Shopping
ARTIFACT: CREATIVE RECYCLE
3630 SE Division StVintage clothes and furniture
The Portland Saturday Market is an outdoor arts and crafts market in Portland, Oregon. It is the largest continuously operated outdoor market in the United States.
425 místní doporučují
Tržiště v sobotu v Portlandu
2 SW Naito PkwyThe Portland Saturday Market is an outdoor arts and crafts market in Portland, Oregon. It is the largest continuously operated outdoor market in the United States.
This landmark, multi-level source for new & used books also houses a cafe & selection of gifts.
976 místní doporučují
Powellovo město knih
1005 W Burnside StThis landmark, multi-level source for new & used books also houses a cafe & selection of gifts.
Eclectic store for vintage & new clothing, accessories & home decor, body care items & local honey.
43 místní doporučují
PALACE
2205 E Burnside StEclectic store for vintage & new clothing, accessories & home decor, body care items & local honey.
This small nursery carries exotic & everyday plants, terrariums, urban farm supplies & gifts.
40 místní doporučují
Pistils Nursery
3811 N Mississippi AveThis small nursery carries exotic & everyday plants, terrariums, urban farm supplies & gifts.
This is a spectacular farmers market, sprawled out for blocks in the center of the Portland State University campus.
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Portland Farmers Market at PSU
1803 SW Park AveThis is a spectacular farmers market, sprawled out for blocks in the center of the Portland State University campus.
Open most Saturdays year round. It's a wonderful market, not too big, but there is a big of everything. Visit Sweetleaf Organic farm!
38 místní doporučují
Hollywood Farmers Market
4420 NE Hancock StOpen most Saturdays year round. It's a wonderful market, not too big, but there is a big of everything. Visit Sweetleaf Organic farm!
Entertainment & Activities
Alignment-based studio in Northwest with roots in Iyengar and Ashtanga lineages. Variety of classes offered, as well as morning mysore-style Ashtanga.
Laid-back pub and Theater with billiards, snooker & a 7-story-high ceiling.
351 místní doporučují
McMenamins Bagdad Theater and Pub
3702 SE Hawthorne BlvdLaid-back pub and Theater with billiards, snooker & a 7-story-high ceiling.
The Yoga Space Northwest
210 NW 17th AveYoga center with Hatha & Vinyasa classes in the hip Mississippi neighborhood.
90 místní doporučují
The People's Yoga
3014 NE Killingsworth StYoga center with Hatha & Vinyasa classes in the hip Mississippi neighborhood.
My favorite movie theater features new and indie classics. Bar and food you can take into the theater (and usually $1 slices when the last shows get out after midnight).
329 místní doporučují
Laurelhurst Theatre
2735 E Burnside StMy favorite movie theater features new and indie classics. Bar and food you can take into the theater (and usually $1 slices when the last shows get out after midnight).
Sauvie Island Blueberry Farm
15140 NW Burlington CtPick your own blueberries (Jun-Jul). Cash only.
Sightseeing
The Pittock Mansion is a French Renaissance-style château in the West Hills of Portland, Oregon, USA. The mansion was originally built in 1914 as a private home for London-born Oregonian publisher Henry Pittock and his wife, Georgiana. View of Portland and Mt. Hood from the lookout.
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Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrThe Pittock Mansion is a French Renaissance-style château in the West Hills of Portland, Oregon, USA. The mansion was originally built in 1914 as a private home for London-born Oregonian publisher Henry Pittock and his wife, Georgiana. View of Portland and Mt. Hood from the lookout.
Beautiful view of the Columbia River Gorge on the way to Lautourell Falls and Multnomah Falls.
131 místní doporučují
Vista House
40700 Historic Columbia River HwyBeautiful view of the Columbia River Gorge on the way to Lautourell Falls and Multnomah Falls.
International Rose Test Garden
400 SW Kingston AveAcres and acres of roses