Southwest Portland Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.

Portland Japanese Garden
Tranquility abounds in these idyllic Japanese gardens, said by many to be the most authentic outside of Japan.

Pioneer Courthouse Square
Portland’s downtown “living room” is a beloved town square and a symbol of the city’s commitment to lively public spaces.
Things to do

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland

Portland City Tour: Views and News (Our Best Selling Tour!)

Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour

From Portland: Oregon Coast Adventure Day Tour with Pickup
Top hotels in Southwest Portland

The Paramount Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Mark Spencer Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Heathman Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Portland

Homestead
While visiting Homestead, you might make a stop by sights like Sam Jackson Park and Marquam Nature Park.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, 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 SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
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