Southeast Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
The array of hands-on exhibits will have you playing scientist or engineer at this museum known for its innovative interactive displays.
Mt Tabor Park
After visiting Mt Tabor Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Reed College
Enjoy the student vibe at Reed College during your stay in Portland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Mall 205
During your visit to Portland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mall 205. In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful waterfalls.
Hawthorne Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Hawthorne Theatre during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Laurelhurst Park
Laurelhurst Park is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
The Hood-Columbia Loop: Timberline, Orchards, and Waterfalls
Top hotels in Southeast Portland
Eastside Lodge
Nice place for a reasonable price
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Jupiter Hotel
Everything at the Jupiter met and/or exceeded our expectations! We will come back to this location again in the future!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
KEX Portland
I stayed in a 1 bed with shared bathrooms. The room was clean, the bathrooms were stocked with toiletries and were very clean, the staff were all helpful, and the bar downstairs was lively throughout my whole trip. I would stay here again and highly recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
The staff were very helpful with helping us find restaurants and things to do in the area. The hotel was clean, and the bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Still a comfortable, convenient, affordable place to stay, but the quality of the breakfasts has declined significantly. Gone are the made to order omelet station, DIY Waffle bar, and cut melon/pineapple/berries, replaced by warmers with scrambled eggs, sausage and soggy, chewy waffle, and a bowl ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Jaden was an amazing at check in and was very helpful! She has a kind personality and was very welcoming after a long drive. She informed me of all amenities and I had a very swift and easy stay! I cannot wait to return, Thank you so much Hyatt House!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Portland
Richmond
If you're spending some time in Richmond, Hawthorne Theatre and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Sunnyside
If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Belmont and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Belmont or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
