What to do in Oregon

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Oregon travel guide

Crater Lake National Park which includes landscape views, mountains and island images

Coos Bay featuring aircraft and an aircraft

Crater Lake National Park featuring landscape views, mountains and a lake or waterhole

Top places to visit

1. Crater Lake National Park

Crater Lake National Park is a natural experience that creates lifelong devotees. People fall in love with this landscape and the remarkable lake at its center. Navigate the placid waters of Crater Lake on a boat tour. Cast a fishing line into a deep reserve filled with trout and salmon. Inhale the crisp, piney air of this forested wonderland.

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Crater Lake National Park showing landscape views, a lake or waterhole and mountains

2. Moda Center

Watch top sporting action, family shows and concerts by national and international artists at the Moda Center, a multi-purpose arena with a capacity for nearly 20,000 spectators. This popular venue is used for ice shows, rodeos, hockey games, conventions and more. The arena is also the home of the Portland Trail Blazers basketball team and the Portland Winterhawks, a junior ice hockey team.

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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.

3. Oregon Zoo

Gaze at the majestic big cats of Africa, see an underwater view of the flooded Amazon Forest and enjoy the graceful spectacle of the Asian elephants at the Oregon Zoo.

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Oregon Zoo showing landscape views and zoo animals as well as a large group of people

4. Cannon Beach

About two hours’ drive from Portland, Cannon Beach is known for its natural beauty, thriving arts and craft community, and charming village atmosphere maintained through strict limitations on the number of large chain stores and restaurants.

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Cannon Beach which includes mountains, a sandy beach and landscape views

5. Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls is among the most iconic and picturesque of the many cascades decorating the tributaries that flow into the Columbia River. Icy water drops majestically from its rocky summit, which is 611 feet (186 meters) high. Leave your car in the parking lot beside the highway and walk along the scenic trail for 5 minutes to see the waterfall in all its glory.

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Multnomah Falls which includes views and a waterfall as well as a large group of people

What to do in Oregon

Popular places to visit

Crater Lake National Park

5/5(3 reviews)

Come at least once to see the pristine blue water, snowy bluffs and alpine splendor of this park. Return again to immerse yourself in its beauty.

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

5/5(1 review)

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.

University of Oregon

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Oregon during your travels in Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Oregon Zoo

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.

Cannon Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

Spectacular coastal scenery and a street lined with eclectic boutiques and fine galleries make this resort town the perfect weekend getaway.

Bandon Dunes Golf Resort

Enjoy a round of golf in Bandon at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Multnomah Falls

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Cross the bridge perched above the lower part of this two-tiered behemoth and visit the historic lodge for its stunning views.

Portland State University

4/5(1 review)

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.

Explore areas of Oregon

Sunriver

Unique features of Sunriver include the golf courses and river views. Make a stop by Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center or Sunriver Resort Golf Course while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Portland

4/5(42 area reviews)

Make time to explore the heart of the city and discover great food, shopping and entertainment.

Southwest Portland

Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Sam Jackson Park and Sellwood Bridge. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.

Northeast Portland

While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or Colwood National Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

Pearl District

4/5(4 area reviews)

Stay in a hotel here as a base to enjoy this fascinating neighborhood’s offerings, from morning coffee to late-night arts.

Southeast Portland

Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.