Amanda And Gabe’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
The Alberta Arts District in northeast Portland is known for its funky, independent spirit, which is epitomized by its lively Last Thursday monthly street fair. Last Thursday closes traffic along the main drag of Northeast Alberta Street, inviting local vendors, artists, musicians and some of the city’s most unique performers to showcase their talents and wares on the last Thursday of every month of summer. Don't forget: The entire state of Oregon has zero sales tax, which makes Portland a great shopping destination.
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Alberta Arts District
The Alberta Arts District in northeast Portland is known for its funky, independent spirit, which is epitomized by its lively Last Thursday monthly street fair. Last Thursday closes traffic along the main drag of Northeast Alberta Street, inviting local vendors, artists, musicians and some of the city’s most unique performers to showcase their talents and wares on the last Thursday of every month of summer. Don't forget: The entire state of Oregon has zero sales tax, which makes Portland a great shopping destination.
Eclectic is the norm on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, a walkable street with block after block of vintage shops, boutiques, cafés and things to do. Fine dining, thrift shopping, cozy bookstores and more await in this locally beloved Southeast Portland neighborhood.
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Hawthorne
Eclectic is the norm on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, a walkable street with block after block of vintage shops, boutiques, cafés and things to do. Fine dining, thrift shopping, cozy bookstores and more await in this locally beloved Southeast Portland neighborhood.
Enjoy live music, local shops and popular restaurants and bars on this historic North Portland street. North Mississippi Avenue features a long stretch of vibrant shops, unique bars, music venues and restaurants (and is only a half-mile away from even more acclaimed eateries and bars on up-and-coming North Williams Avenue).
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North Mississippi Avenue
North Mississippi AvenueEnjoy live music, local shops and popular restaurants and bars on this historic North Portland street. North Mississippi Avenue features a long stretch of vibrant shops, unique bars, music venues and restaurants (and is only a half-mile away from even more acclaimed eateries and bars on up-and-coming North Williams Avenue).
The chic Pearl District features galleries and cultural institutions, as well as stylish shops and acclaimed eateries. In the Pearl, loading docks and cobblestone streets hint at this former warehouse district’s past, while stylish bars and gleaming lofts point toward the future.
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Pearl District
The chic Pearl District features galleries and cultural institutions, as well as stylish shops and acclaimed eateries. In the Pearl, loading docks and cobblestone streets hint at this former warehouse district’s past, while stylish bars and gleaming lofts point toward the future.
Portland’s compact, walkable downtown offers easy access to great food, green spaces, cultural offerings, tax-free shopping and seemingly endless things to do. Browse the city’s most diverse mix of retail brands, see a show and grab a bite at a food cart or fine restaurant — all conveniently located in downtown Portland.
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Downtown Portland
Portland’s compact, walkable downtown offers easy access to great food, green spaces, cultural offerings, tax-free shopping and seemingly endless things to do. Browse the city’s most diverse mix of retail brands, see a show and grab a bite at a food cart or fine restaurant — all conveniently located in downtown Portland.
This pair of close-in Southeast Portland streets (Southeast Division and Clinton) features block after block of must-see — and must-eat — destinations. Once a sleepy thoroughfare, Southeast Division Street is now one of Portland’s most dynamic and stylish neighborhoods. Spend a day wandering its many blocks, stopping along the way to snack, sip and shop.
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Southeast Division Street
Southeast Division StreetThis pair of close-in Southeast Portland streets (Southeast Division and Clinton) features block after block of must-see — and must-eat — destinations. Once a sleepy thoroughfare, Southeast Division Street is now one of Portland’s most dynamic and stylish neighborhoods. Spend a day wandering its many blocks, stopping along the way to snack, sip and shop.
Sightseeing
The Garden sits nestled in the hills of Portland, Oregon’s iconic Washington Park, overlooking the city and providing a tranquil, urban oasis for locals and travelers alike. Designed in 1963, it encompasses 12 acres with eight separate garden styles, and includes an authentic Japanese Tea House, meandering streams, intimate walkways, and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. This is a place to discard worldly thoughts and concerns and see oneself as a small but integral part of the universe.
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Jardin japonais de Portland
611 SW Kingston AveThe Garden sits nestled in the hills of Portland, Oregon’s iconic Washington Park, overlooking the city and providing a tranquil, urban oasis for locals and travelers alike. Designed in 1963, it encompasses 12 acres with eight separate garden styles, and includes an authentic Japanese Tea House, meandering streams, intimate walkways, and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. This is a place to discard worldly thoughts and concerns and see oneself as a small but integral part of the universe.
Powell’s City of Books is the largest used and new bookstore in the world, occupying an entire city block and housing approximately one million books. Located in downtown Portland’s Pearl District, the City of Books has nine color-coded rooms and over 3,500 different sections, offering something for every interest, including an incredible selection of out-of-print and hard-to-find titles. Dozens of acclaimed writers, artists, and thinkers visit each month to read in the Basil Hallward Gallery (located upstairs in the Pearl Room), and a one-of-a-kind Rare Book Room draws bibliophiles from near and far to browse an impressive collection of autographed first editions and other collectible volumes.
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Ville de livres de Powell
1005 W Burnside StPowell’s City of Books is the largest used and new bookstore in the world, occupying an entire city block and housing approximately one million books. Located in downtown Portland’s Pearl District, the City of Books has nine color-coded rooms and over 3,500 different sections, offering something for every interest, including an incredible selection of out-of-print and hard-to-find titles. Dozens of acclaimed writers, artists, and thinkers visit each month to read in the Basil Hallward Gallery (located upstairs in the Pearl Room), and a one-of-a-kind Rare Book Room draws bibliophiles from near and far to browse an impressive collection of autographed first editions and other collectible volumes.
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry was initially hosted in businessman Ralph Lloyds’s house. He had the first planetarium in the Northwest which included a show that lasted twenty minutes. As time went by the museum became more and more popular and the house that was being used for the museum was set to be demolished. Luckily Oregon City Council stepped up to the plate and agreed to lease some land in Washington Park. 400 volunteers became involved in the project and the new museum opened in 1958. Today the museum is incredibly popular and serves over 1 million visitors each year.
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OMSI
1945 SE Water AveThe Oregon Museum of Science and Industry was initially hosted in businessman Ralph Lloyds’s house. He had the first planetarium in the Northwest which included a show that lasted twenty minutes. As time went by the museum became more and more popular and the house that was being used for the museum was set to be demolished. Luckily Oregon City Council stepped up to the plate and agreed to lease some land in Washington Park. 400 volunteers became involved in the project and the new museum opened in 1958. Today the museum is incredibly popular and serves over 1 million visitors each year.
Oregon Zoo first opened in 1888 when a private collector of animals decided to donate them to the City of Portland. There are approximately 1,955 animals to see in the zoo ranging across 232 species. 21 of the species that live in the zoo are either endangered or threatened and each one is on a breeding program to try and help ensure their survival. One of recent successes has been the breeding of new African Elephants which are always popular with park guests.
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Zoo de l'Oregon
4001 SW Canyon RdOregon Zoo first opened in 1888 when a private collector of animals decided to donate them to the City of Portland. There are approximately 1,955 animals to see in the zoo ranging across 232 species. 21 of the species that live in the zoo are either endangered or threatened and each one is on a breeding program to try and help ensure their survival. One of recent successes has been the breeding of new African Elephants which are always popular with park guests.
Pittock Mansion is sat in the hills to the west of Portland and it is a beautiful home that is absolutely worth a visit. The Mansion was built in 1909 as the home of Henry Pittock and his wife. The mansion has 46 rooms and sits within 46 acres of land. The property is now owned by the city of Oregon. The mansion was opened to the public in 1965 and approximately 80,00 people visit each year. The property sits at 1,000 feet above sea level making it fantastic for bird watching. Throughout the year the mansion has appeared in various TV shows and films, the most famous being the movie ‘Unhinged’ which was banned in several countries due to its content.
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Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrPittock Mansion is sat in the hills to the west of Portland and it is a beautiful home that is absolutely worth a visit. The Mansion was built in 1909 as the home of Henry Pittock and his wife. The mansion has 46 rooms and sits within 46 acres of land. The property is now owned by the city of Oregon. The mansion was opened to the public in 1965 and approximately 80,00 people visit each year. The property sits at 1,000 feet above sea level making it fantastic for bird watching. Throughout the year the mansion has appeared in various TV shows and films, the most famous being the movie ‘Unhinged’ which was banned in several countries due to its content.
The Lan Su Garden is currently the most authentic Chinese Garden outside of China. The garden is walled and once you are inside you feel like you have left the United States and been transported into China. You can explore Chinese Culture, their way of thinking and their history. The name of the garden is translated to mean “Garden of the Awakening Orchids.” A few hours in this garden can leave you feeling revitalised and fresh.
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Lan Su Chinese Garden
239 NW Everett StThe Lan Su Garden is currently the most authentic Chinese Garden outside of China. The garden is walled and once you are inside you feel like you have left the United States and been transported into China. You can explore Chinese Culture, their way of thinking and their history. The name of the garden is translated to mean “Garden of the Awakening Orchids.” A few hours in this garden can leave you feeling revitalised and fresh.
Pioneer Courthouse Square is knows by the locals as Portland’s Living Room. It is situated in the center of downtown and is approximately 40,000 square foot. The square has many cool features and places for friends to hang out. There is an outdoor chess table, and a fountain that looks like a cascading waterfall. In the middle of the square there is an area that looks like an amphitheatre. It is a semi-circle shape and has 24 steps that people use as seats when there is a live performance. When you walk through the square you will notice that the bricks you are walking on have the names of people on them. When the area was being developed locals could pay $15 to get their name put on a brick which would go towards the cost of construction.
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Place Pioneer Courthouse
701 SW 6th AvePioneer Courthouse Square is knows by the locals as Portland’s Living Room. It is situated in the center of downtown and is approximately 40,000 square foot. The square has many cool features and places for friends to hang out. There is an outdoor chess table, and a fountain that looks like a cascading waterfall. In the middle of the square there is an area that looks like an amphitheatre. It is a semi-circle shape and has 24 steps that people use as seats when there is a live performance. When you walk through the square you will notice that the bricks you are walking on have the names of people on them. When the area was being developed locals could pay $15 to get their name put on a brick which would go towards the cost of construction.
Forest Park is just outside Portland in the Tualatin Mountains. The park stretches for 8 miles and is one of the largest urban forest reserves in the United States. The total area covered is more than 5,000 acres and has over 70 miles of trails for people to explore. The walks are beautiful and cater to a variety of abilities, meaning there is something suitable for everyone. A lot of the area overlooks the Willamette River making the walk even more scenic. A lot of bird’s live within the confines of the park so if you are a keen bird watcher you should bring some binoculars.
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Parc Forestier
Forest Park is just outside Portland in the Tualatin Mountains. The park stretches for 8 miles and is one of the largest urban forest reserves in the United States. The total area covered is more than 5,000 acres and has over 70 miles of trails for people to explore. The walks are beautiful and cater to a variety of abilities, meaning there is something suitable for everyone. A lot of the area overlooks the Willamette River making the walk even more scenic. A lot of bird’s live within the confines of the park so if you are a keen bird watcher you should bring some binoculars.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park is located on one side of the Willamette River and was created after Harbor Drive was removed from the city. The park is very popular amongst active types with many people coming here to jog, walk, skateboard and cycle. You can also get a great view of the boats from within the park which makes it extremely popular with people from the city who like to come in their lunch breaks. There are five separate zones within the park to explore, The Esplanade is the walkway along the river. The Bowl is a grassy area that often gets used for concerts. Salmon Street Springs which is a fountain set within a concrete Plaza, John Yeon Building and The Central Lawn which is always packed out during summer.
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Parc Tom McCall Waterfront
98 SW Naito PkwyTom McCall Waterfront Park is located on one side of the Willamette River and was created after Harbor Drive was removed from the city. The park is very popular amongst active types with many people coming here to jog, walk, skateboard and cycle. You can also get a great view of the boats from within the park which makes it extremely popular with people from the city who like to come in their lunch breaks. There are five separate zones within the park to explore, The Esplanade is the walkway along the river. The Bowl is a grassy area that often gets used for concerts. Salmon Street Springs which is a fountain set within a concrete Plaza, John Yeon Building and The Central Lawn which is always packed out during summer.
The Children’s Museum is a really great day out for the children and they will learn a lot whilst having tons of fun. There are so many activities to get involved with that your children will be begging to come back again. There is the Building Bridgetown where children get to learn about construction whilst of course getting hands-on. There is a garage to play in, a grocery store and bistro where you can plan a meal and then make it. If your children love nature then they will enjoy the Outdoor Adventure that really helps to connect them with nature. The museum has a host of permanent exhibits as well as several changing ones.
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Portland Children's Museum
4015 SW Canyon RdThe Children’s Museum is a really great day out for the children and they will learn a lot whilst having tons of fun. There are so many activities to get involved with that your children will be begging to come back again. There is the Building Bridgetown where children get to learn about construction whilst of course getting hands-on. There is a garage to play in, a grocery store and bistro where you can plan a meal and then make it. If your children love nature then they will enjoy the Outdoor Adventure that really helps to connect them with nature. The museum has a host of permanent exhibits as well as several changing ones.
The Portland Art Museum was founded in 1892 and is the seventh oldest museum in the country. The museum has become famous around the world because of its permanent collection that has more than 42,000 pieces in it. For history buffs there are plenty of historic art pieces on display. There are many pieces that have been collected from the native people of North America as well as a large collection of English silver. The campus that the museum sits on also has the Jubitz Center for Modern and Contemporary Art which is well worth taking a look at.
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Musée d'art de Portland
1219 SW Park AveThe Portland Art Museum was founded in 1892 and is the seventh oldest museum in the country. The museum has become famous around the world because of its permanent collection that has more than 42,000 pieces in it. For history buffs there are plenty of historic art pieces on display. There are many pieces that have been collected from the native people of North America as well as a large collection of English silver. The campus that the museum sits on also has the Jubitz Center for Modern and Contemporary Art which is well worth taking a look at.
Portland Timbers were the 18th team to join Major League Soccer in the U.S but they have become one of the top teams in the nation. In 2015 they won their first MLS Cup after qualifying for the playoffs and then securing victory against Columbus Crew. Portland Timbers play their home games at Providence Park in front of a usually packed out crowd. There is always a special feeling at the games and the success just keeps on coming so if you are a fan of soccer make sure you catch a match before the season ends.
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Providence Park
1844 SW Morrison StPortland Timbers were the 18th team to join Major League Soccer in the U.S but they have become one of the top teams in the nation. In 2015 they won their first MLS Cup after qualifying for the playoffs and then securing victory against Columbus Crew. Portland Timbers play their home games at Providence Park in front of a usually packed out crowd. There is always a special feeling at the games and the success just keeps on coming so if you are a fan of soccer make sure you catch a match before the season ends.
Hazelfern winery is in Oregon's Willamette Valley wine country, a 45 minute drive from Portland. Tell the owners, Bryan and Lauren, that we sent you!
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Hazelfern Cellars
4008 NE Zimri DrHazelfern winery is in Oregon's Willamette Valley wine country, a 45 minute drive from Portland. Tell the owners, Bryan and Lauren, that we sent you!
All summer long, Hood River in the Gorge is an idyllic playground for adults and kids. Find the best swimming holes, short hikes with big payoff, nature’s sweet treats, and more.
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Hood River
All summer long, Hood River in the Gorge is an idyllic playground for adults and kids. Find the best swimming holes, short hikes with big payoff, nature’s sweet treats, and more.
Food scene
DAME
2930 NE Killingsworth StWine-centric small plates perfect for date night
La Taq
1625 NE Killingsworth StDelicious hipster tacos and queso
Podnah's BBQ
1625 NE Killingsworth StLegitimate Texas-style BBQ
Hat Yai
1605 NE Killingsworth StSpicy Vietnamese counter service fried chicken
Handsome Pizza
1603 NE Killingsworth StWood fired pizza and baked goods
Honest country fare. Go early for the “Two-fer”. Great weekend brunch spot (with very little wait...shhhh!)
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Grain & Gristle
1473 NE Prescott StHonest country fare. Go early for the “Two-fer”. Great weekend brunch spot (with very little wait...shhhh!)
Sustainable (pricey, but delicious) sushi. Order the Green Machine roll
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Bamboo Sushi
310 SE 28th AveSustainable (pricey, but delicious) sushi. Order the Green Machine roll
Bollywood Theater
2039 NE Alberta StIndian street food
Boxer Ramen
3003 NE Alberta StFor a hot bowl of umami on a rainy day
Weird and delicious ice cream. There's usually a long line, but it moves fast
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Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StWeird and delicious ice cream. There's usually a long line, but it moves fast
Proud Mary Cafe
2012 NE Alberta StAustralian coffee and incredible brunch
Bye and Bye
1011 NE Alberta StOutdoor seating, Portlandia crowd, vegan fare and art
Take the growler on top of the fridge for a fill up of their house brewed beer
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Great Notion Brewing and Barrel House
2204 NE Alberta StTake the growler on top of the fridge for a fill up of their house brewed beer
Barista
1725 NE Alberta StPricey but top-notch quality
Grocery Store
The friendliest store in town to get groceries and all your basic needs
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New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveThe friendliest store in town to get groceries and all your basic needs
Pharmacy
Walgreens
5420 NE 33rd Ave