Columbia Way Travel Guide
Portland
Visit Columbia Way
Popular places to visit
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?
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.
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.
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.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
The Hood-Columbia Loop: Timberline, Orchards, and Waterfalls
Top hotels in Columbia Way
The Paramount Hotel
Good stay
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Great proximity to airport. Room was comfortable. Breakfast was pretty standard, but OK. No dinner options nearby. Took an Uber to Cascade Station for a restaurant. There were many available there.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Very nice staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
Great stay! Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff, and convenient location. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Parking is a pain. Valet was $52 a night.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
Great staff, friendly. Easy walk to shops and transit.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia Way
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Academy and Columbia River 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 University Park Community Center and Heron Lakes Golf Club.
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.
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.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Willamette River and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop to see more of the city.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
