Vancouver National Historic Reserve Travel Guide
Portland
Visit Vancouver National Historic Reserve
Popular places to visit
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Stride around a 19th-century fort, watch live craft demonstrations and learn about Washington’s trading and military history.
Pearson Air Museum
Trace the story of flight in a fascinating Vancouver museum housing vintage plane models from the earliest days of aviation.
Officers Row
Walk down a shaded, narrow street and pass elegant 19th-century homes now occupied by museums and private residences.
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Top hotels in Vancouver National Historic Reserve
The Paramount Hotel
Dining in both restaurants was excellent. Staff are very friendly and efficient. Location is excellent. The hotel needs to be updated/refreshed. Furniture and fixtures as well as conveniences are lacking.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
Good value. Staff very helpful. Needed more bedroom outlets and bed table on both side of bed
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
excellent restaurant
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Parking was safe and easy. The rooms weren’t the cleanest like the carpet had stains and the tub looked a bit dirty. However bed was comfortable and it’s close to lots of restaurants and stores. Target was a 6 min drive, shopping plaza also about 7 mins away and lots of restaurants to choose from ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Portland-Airport
Delicious hot breakfast with lots of bacon and eggs
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Property was nice but discovered the carpet outside the bathroom in our room was wet. Reported to the front desk they sent someone to fix. When we got back to our room the “fix” was a large bucket with a towel underneath. By the time we left the bucket was almost full. Room smelled from mold. Very ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Vancouver National Historic Reserve
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Academy and Vancouver Farmers Market while you're in town.
North Portland
Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Heron Lakes Golf Club and Portland International Raceway.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Colwood National Golf Course or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Leif Erickson Trail or Pittock Mansion, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Lloyd Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
