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Portland
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Outstanding public art, dozens of urban parks and greenspaces, a lively downtown, and a world-class transportation system are just a few of the many reasons to visit this jewel of the Pacific Northwest. Downtown Portland boasts an amazing array of attractions, including an outstanding collection of cast iron and terra cotta architecture, the largest new-and-used bookstore in the world, a nationally acclaimed art museum, and a vibrant culinary community. Seasonal rain showers never dampen this city's sense of whimsy and wonder.
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Peruse Portland
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Farrell's Old Time Ice Cream Parlour
Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour proves that time can stand still, childhood memories can be revisited and ice cream and junk food can still be consumed with shameless abandon.
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The Oregon Zoo
The Washington Park Zoo, as it was then called, celebrated its 100th birthday in 1987. From its humble beginnings in the back of a pharmacy in downtown Portland to its prominence as the leading paid attraction in the state of Oregon, the zoo has seen a multitude of changes. Knight, a former seaman, loved animals and collected them as a hobby from his seafaring friends. Having previously occupied two other Washington Park locations, the zoo moved to its present site in 1959.
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The Japanese Garden of Oregon
It is tucked into a cusp in Portland's West Hills, situated at about five hundred feet above sea level. It is a haven of tranquil beauty that has been proclaimed one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan.
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The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a scientific, educational, and cultural resource center dedicated to improving the public's understanding of science and technology. OMSI makes science exciting and relevant through exhibits, programs, and experiences that are presented in an entertaining and participatory fashion.
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