Far Southwest Travel Guide
Portland
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Popular places to visit
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 Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
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.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Cool off in the fountain, walk or bike the paths, or take in a festival at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
From Portland: Columbia Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Top hotels in Far Southwest
The Paramount Hotel
The Swine has a nice menu and great vibe.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Airport shuttle was helpful for me. The hot breakfast was a nice bonus. I found no restaurants for dinner within walking distance so that was inconvenient but overall a good quiet place to stay!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
One thing I especially appreciated was how quickly and respectfully the team handled a concern I had regarding alcohol that had been left in the room. I reached out to the front desk, explained the situation, and they responded immediately without hesitation or making me uncomfortable. The alcohol ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Wifi connection speed was not a speed to do simple tasks on computer. Options to upgrade for a charge but the basic was not good enough.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
I travel in and out of PDX about 10 times a year. Red Lion PDX is the best hotel for price, for EZ 24hr shuttle service, for great staff, and a nice collection of convenient microwave frozen breakfast and dinner options, and, the coffee in the lobby is ready at 4 AM every morning. Perfect for early ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
Wonderful hotel with easy access to great restaurants and a secure parking garage.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Far Southwest
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Congregation Kesser Israel and Sam Jackson Park. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
Cedar Hills
While you're in Cedar Hills, take in top sights like Cedar Hills Crossing and jump on the metro at Millikan Way Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Makah Cultural and Research Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
