Orchards Travel Guide
Vancouver
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.
Waterfront Park
Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Vancouver, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Esther Short Park
Relax by fountains, shop in bustling markets and listen to concerts in a scenic park that has become the city of Vancouver’s premier outdoor public space.
Vancouver Lake Park
After visiting Vancouver Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vancouver. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this walkable area or enjoy its cycling trails.
Pearson Air Museum
Trace the story of flight in a fascinating Vancouver museum housing vintage plane models from the earliest days of aviation.
Interstate Bridge
You can learn about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Interstate Bridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Explore Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Small-Group Tour
Downtown Portland: History, Landscape and Cityscape with In-App Audio Tour
Discover Portland Half-Day Small-Group City Tour
Top hotels in Orchards
The Paramount Hotel
Staff was awesome, room was good, no complaints
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
The staff is courteous and helpful. The breakfast Buffett had a nice selection of options. Many hot food choices such as Potatoes, sausage, eggs and oatmeal. There were baked goods, bagels and toast. The beds were comfortable .
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
It was fair- it looks like they have been trying to upgrade the hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Heathman Lodge
My room had an overwhelming paint smell. I kept the window open the entire time I was there but the smell was nauseating.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
Staff was lovely. Shower was sorely inadequate. No water pressure. No hot water at bathroom sink.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The staff was amazing
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orchards
Five Corners
While visiting Five Corners, you might make a stop by sights like Orchards Plaza and Orchard Point.
Mill Plain
While visiting Mill Plain, you might make a stop by sights like 164th Plaza and Florence Wagner Community Garden.
Vancouver Mall
If you're spending some time in Vancouver Mall, Vancouver Mall and Glenn Jackson Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Walnut Grove
Walnut Grove might not have many top sights, but Vancouver Mall and Glenn Jackson Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ogden
While visiting Ogden, you might make a stop by sights like Vancouver Mall and Regal Vancouver Plaza.
Fircrest
While visiting Fircrest, you might make a stop by sights like 205 Commerce Center and Cascade Park Community Library.
