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Crowne Plaza Portland-Downtown Convention Center
138 Reviews
Last reviewed 8 Feb 2012

#37 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Holiday Inn Portland Airport (I-205)
137 Reviews
Last reviewed 9 Feb 2012

#89 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Westin Portland
310 Reviews
Last reviewed 9 Feb 2012

#34 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Holiday Inn Express Portland - Jantzen Beach
38 Reviews
Last reviewed 7 Feb 2012

#41 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
The Mark Spencer
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Last reviewed 8 Feb 2012

#19 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Motel 6 Portland North
17 Reviews
Last reviewed 4 Feb 2012

#75 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Holiday Inn Express Portland Downtown
90 Reviews
Last reviewed 31 Jan 2012

#31 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Staybridge Suites Portland Airport
99 Reviews
Last reviewed 27 Jan 2012

#15 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Candlewood Suites - Portland Airport
57 Reviews
Last reviewed 23 Jan 2012

#7 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Lion and the Rose Victorian B&B Inn
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Last reviewed 22 Jan 2012

#4 of 36 B&Bs / inns in Portland, OR
Portland's White House
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#110 of 127 hotels in Portland, OR
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites - Portland Airport
29 Reviews
Last reviewed 8 Jan 2012

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Holiday Inn Express Portland (Airport Area)
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Portland Japanese Garden

^#1 of 294 attractions in Portland

224 reviews

The Portland Japanese Gardens . When visiting the Gardens, you can park in the lot and walk up the path towards the Gardens, pausing now and then to look through the trees... more »

Attraction type Gardens

Distance 2.5 km from city centre

"shake' garden" 9 Feb 2012
"Not to be missed" 8 Feb 2012
"A secret getaway" 7 Feb 2012

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International Rose Test Garden

^#2 of 294 attractions in Portland

120 reviews

This is definitely a "must-see" while visiting Portland. There is no admission fee. Stroll through the gorgeous rose gardens here. If it is a clear day, you will be able to... more »

Attraction type Gardens

Distance 2.6 km from city centre

"I LOVE ROSES!" 9 Feb 2012
"city of roses for good reason" 9 Feb 2012
"Cool spot with great views" 7 Feb 2012

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Oneonta Gorge

^#3 of 294 attractions in Portland

21 reviews

Attraction type Hiking Trails; Geologic Formations

Distance 47.6 km from city centre

"Fun, but tricky hike!" 8 Feb 2012
"Amazing" 5 Feb 2012
"Part of my mom's Columbia River Gorge" 5 Feb 2012

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Washington Park

^#4 of 294 attractions in Portland

26 reviews

This popular park offers miles of trails, an extensive rose garden, a large Japanese garden and a zoo.

Attraction type Parks; Gardens; Zoos

Distance 2.2 km from city centre

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The Gerding Theater at Armory Building

^#5 of 294 attractions in Portland

9 reviews

Attraction type Theatres

Distance 1.5 km from city centre

"Great repurpose" 4 Feb 2012
"Featured in Preservation magazine Jan/Feb 2012..." 17 Jan 2012
"Beautiful building." 16 Jan 2012

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Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden

^#6 of 294 attractions in Portland

16 reviews

In the summer months, this peaceful park comes alive with brightly colored rhododendrons.

Attraction type Gardens

Distance 4.9 km from city centre

"AWESOME in the spring when the Rhodies are..." 6 Feb 2012
"Visit in the Spring When Rhoddies are Blooming" 5 Feb 2012
"Superb regional specialty" 2 Feb 2012

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Lan Su Chinese Garden

^#7 of 294 attractions in Portland

110 reviews

The Portland Classical Chinese Garden Also referred to as the Garden of Awakening Orchids. The Portland Classical Chinese Gardens location was donated by Northwest Natural. The... more »

Attraction type Gardens; Nature/ Wildlife Areas

Distance 1.5 km from city centre

"a Portland favorite" 9 Feb 2012
"Beautiful Oasis in the Middle of Town" 6 Feb 2012
"Small and overpriced" 6 Feb 2012

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Portland Art Museum

^#8 of 294 attractions in Portland

63 reviews

The Portland Art Museum is the oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest. It was founded in 1892 and now has a collection of over 40,000 works of art. The Portland Art Museum is... more »

Attraction type Art Museums; Museums

Distance 0.8 km from city centre

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Willamette Valley

^#9 of 294 attractions in Portland

36 reviews

Best known for its diverse agriculture, this verdant valley is flanked by the Coast Range and the Cascades.

Attraction type Valleys; Scenic Drives

Distance 1.6 km from city centre

"Great winerys - too many to count" 8 Feb 2012
"Wine tasting" 4 Feb 2012
"Beautiful and Great Pinot!" 2 Feb 2012

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Pittock Mansion

^#10 of 294 attractions in Portland

105 reviews

The Pittock Mansion is a beautifully furnished turn-of-the-century home in Portland . The Pittock Mansion was once the home of Portland pioneer and owner of the Oregonian... more »

Attraction type Historic Sites

Distance 3.5 km from city centre

"Beautiful History" 9 Feb 2012
"Nice!" 8 Feb 2012
"A great piece of history" 7 Feb 2012

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Columbia River

^#11 of 294 attractions in Portland

15 reviews

An 84-mile river flowing between the states of Oregon and Washington.

Attraction type Bodies of Water

Distance 2.2 km from city centre

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Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

^#12 of 294 attractions in Portland

96 reviews

A wonderful museum on the Portland waterfront, which hosts various exhibitions. Its permanent exhibits include: ... The planetarium, which has fantastic productions including a... more »

Attraction type Science Museums

Distance 0.8 km from city centre

"Great place to spend the day with your kids..." 9 Feb 2012
"Great for science" 7 Feb 2012
"Just okay-- the iMax movies are what make it!" 6 Feb 2012

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Forest Park

^#13 of 294 attractions in Portland

22 reviews

The largest urban park in the county, lined with trails for hiking and biking.

Attraction type Parks; Hiking Trails

Distance 6.5 km from city centre

"Beautiful Park in Portland" 3 Feb 2012
"A huge urban park that is a jewel" 30 Jan 2012
"Amazing Hikes!" 22 Jan 2012

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Pearl District

^#14 of 294 attractions in Portland

77 reviews

The Pearl District, Portland’s well-known Arts and Culture hub near downtown, offers many shops, galleries and restaurants from which to choose. The area is bordered by West... more »

Attraction type Neighbourhoods

Distance 1.6 km from city centre

"Excellent shopping, great dining, electric..." 7 Feb 2012
"Excellent vibe and hot spot of Portland" 6 Feb 2012
"Ritzymom" 6 Feb 2012

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The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother

^#15 of 294 attractions in Portland

56 reviews

A peaceful garden featuring a replica of Michaelangelo's Pieta.

Attraction type Forests; Gardens; Religious Sites

Distance 9.1 km from city centre

"very nice gardens" 7 Feb 2012
"Reflect in awe" 7 Feb 2012
"a bit of catholic natural beauty" 4 Feb 2012

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Portland Children's Museum

^#16 of 294 attractions in Portland

31 reviews

Owner description: Make a splash in Water Works; move "dirt" in the Dig Pit; direct a show in Play It Again Theater; scan items from your kid-sized cart in Grasshopper...... more » Owner description: Make a splash in Water Works; move "dirt" in the Dig Pit; direct a show in Play It Again Theater; scan items from your kid-sized cart in Grasshopper Grocery; create a masterpiece in our Clay Studio and The Garage, our recycled art studio. Hear stories under a Treehouse, grab a snack at Caterpillar Cafe, sing to weekly musicians and check out our ever-changing traveling exhibit! Welcome to the place Where Imagination Lives!

Attraction type Children’s Museums

Distance 3.3 km from city centre