Far West Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Far West
The Paramount Hotel
Great central location. Easy to walk to great restaurants and other attractions.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
The hotel had everything we wanted and could possibly need. The staff was so friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Was unaware of breakfast if there was any. The room was okay, pretty beat up to be honest. But overall it was a nice place, my one visit was good, not great . Great views though
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Everything was great except the restaurant was understaffed and very few gluten free options
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
Yes.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Overall, very good. The staff (front desk, bar & restaurant) was excellent; professional and friendly. Hotel is new, so it was fresh and clean. Good meals from Recess, and sitting in the outside bar with a beverage was very pleasant. Location is convenient to Powell’s Books and other shopping, restaurants. ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Far West
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Fairmount Boulevard Loop and Sam Jackson Park. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
Cedar Hills
While you're in Cedar Hills, take in top sights like Commonwealth Lake Park and jump on the metro at Millikan Way Station to see more of the city.
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.
South Portland
South Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Portland Aerial Tram and Willamette River. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
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.
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.
