Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or simply looking to explore the city's sights, this tour promises an enjoyable overview of Portland's unique charm.
As you drive through historic districts, your guide will provide fascinating commentary on Portland's evolution from a dense forest, to rugged pioneer "Stumptown," to the lively tourist destination it is today.
One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the historic Pittock Acres, where you can admire the beautiful landscape and catch a magnificent view of Mt. Hood.
Another not-to-be-missed stop is the International Rose Test Garden, home to over 300 colorful varieties of roses, offering a sensory experience unlike any ot...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
We pick up on the PARK AVENUE SIDE of Director Park, 815 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205.
Tipping is customary and your guide gratefully accepts tips. For your convenience, most guides accept digital payments.
Meeting Points
Departure
Director Park
This is a public square. We pick up on the PARK AVENUE side. Your guide will arrive 10 minutes before the tour leaves.
Return
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Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or simply looking to explore the city's sights, this tour promises an enjoyable overview of Portland's unique charm.
As you drive through historic districts, your guide will provide fascinating commentary on Portland's evolution from a dense forest, to rugged pioneer "Stumptown," to the lively tourist destination it is today.
One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the historic Pittock Acres, where you can admire the beautiful landscape and catch a magnificent view of Mt. Hood.
Another not-to-be-missed stop is the International Rose Test Garden, home to over 300 colorful varieties of roses, offering a sensory experience unlike any ot...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
We pick up on the PARK AVENUE SIDE of Director Park, 815 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205.
Tipping is customary and your guide gratefully accepts tips. For your convenience, most guides accept digital payments.
Meeting Points
Departure
Director Park
This is a public square. We pick up on the PARK AVENUE side. Your guide will arrive 10 minutes before the tour leaves.
Return
Itinerary
1
Pittock Mansion
We will tour the grounds, hear the history, and take in the spectacular view.
20 minutes
2
Washington Park
Get a taste of Washington Park on the way to the International Test Rose Garden. Washington Park has a zoo, forestry museum, arboretum, Japanese garden, amphitheatre, memorials, archery range, tennis courts, soccer field, picnic areas, playgrounds, public art and many acres of wild forest with miles of trails.
3
International Rose Test Garden
Let's stop and smell the roses - more than 10,000 when they're in bloom! Even out of season, this is a beautiful stop with a wondrous view!
20 minutes
4
Old Town
Pass through Old Town on your tour of downtown Portland, and hear the history of the city's rough and tumble beginnings.
5
Pearl District
We will pass through and learn about Portland's famous shopping district, as well as Old Chinatown, the cultural district, and the government district.
6
Powell's City of Books
See the largest bookstore in the world, with approximately one million books.
7
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
We will drive along this historic park and hear the fascinating history of its origin.
8
Hawthorne Bridge
(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) One of twelve Portland bridges that crosses the Willamette River, the Hawthorne Bridge is a truss bridge with a vertical lift. It is the oldest vertical-lift bridge in operation in the United States.
9
Mount Tabor Park
(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) This is another location with interesting history and an amazing view of the city.
20 minutes
10
McMenamins Kennedy School
(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) This offbeat hotel in a restored 1915 elementary school. Quirky, artisan decorated.
20 minutes
11
Cathedral Park
(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) Named because of the epic bridge towering above, Cathedral Park is steeped in history. It is believed to be one of the 14 Lewis and Clark landing sites in the Vancouver-Portland area. This spot had been a fishing and camping site for many area Indian tribes. In 1931, the St Johns Bridge was built on the site with 400-ft towers and a main span of 1,207 feet. It is the only steel suspension bridge in Portland.
