St. Johns Travel Guide
Portland
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 Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Oregon Convention Center, a top convention centre in Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mt Hood Tour from Portland, OR
Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Top hotels in St. Johns
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Free shuttle service was greatly appreciated
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Nice place. Would definitely stay again. $60/night for parking is crazy. Paid $20 in the garage next door.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Sojourn Suites Portland Airport
Could easily hear neighbors up above, especially when they took a shower, it sounded like a freight train. Room is much larger than we expected, bed comfortable, no creamer only empty used package.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Staff was friendly and attentive. Room was nice and clean. No issues and a pleasant stay for the week.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Staff was informative, all amenities accessible.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
Convenient. Breakfast not included but restaurant had dinner options the evening before.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around St. Johns
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 Moda Center and University Park Community Center.
Kenton
While you're in Kenton, take in top sights like Portland International Raceway or Heron Lakes Golf Club, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kenton-North Denver Avenue Station or Delta Park-Vanport Station.
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Pittock Mansion or Hoyt Arboretum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Vancouver Farmers Market and Interstate Bridge while you're in town.
Overlook
While you're in Overlook, take in top sights like Swan Island or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Killingsworth Station or North Prescott Station.
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.
