Northwest Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Powell's City of Books
Perfect for a rainy-day visit, this famous bookstore is a wonderful spot to visit any day. Browse for hours amid its 1 million books.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Willamette River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Willamette River during your travels in Northwest Portland.
Roseland Theater
You can enjoy a show at Roseland Theater on your trip to Portland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
St. Johns Bridge
St. Johns Bridge is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Burnside Bridge
Find out about the history of Portland when you take a trip to Burnside Bridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 Northwest Portland
Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District
The breakfast was great, the staff and manager were accommodating and super nice!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Very friendly and accommodating staff- from reception to bartender. Rooms were very nice. Fries were delicious. Obviously it’s not the Four Seasons but for the price it’s a very good hotel and won’t disappoint.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District
Valet staff was so great!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Hoxton Portland
The hotel was good but the neighborhood was very noisy.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District
We only stayed one night but we were happy with our stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms very clean and comfortable. Loved the dimmed bathroom light at night, but the smoke alarm’s flashing light was a little annoying.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Harlow Hotel
Great place to stay, such a cozy and different feel for a hotel. Bed was sooooooi comfortable too!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Portland
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.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
Alphabet Historic District
Spend some time visiting places like Trevett-Nunn House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Artists Repertory Theatre 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.
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.
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.
