Destination information
Portland, Oregon, is renowned as a green and extremely hospitable place to live thanks, in part, to its location on the Marine West Coast. This oceanic climate provides a Mediterranean feel which is perfect for horticulture and hence Portland is also known as the City of Roses. As the most environmentally friendly city in the United States, Portland does its upmost to maintain this honour by providing a free tram service and an eco-friendly light-rail system which makes getting around extremely easy and economical. Places to visit include: Portland Art Museum, the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Oregon Ballet Theatre, Oregon Zoo, Classical Chinese & Japanese Gardens, several microbreweries and the sites from the 2008 film, Twilight.
Eats & drinks
You will find everything from delicious seafood to a good American steak here with literally hundreds of restaurants to chose from including Japanese sushi and speciality vegetarian restaurants.
Getting around
Portland offers a free tram service and an eco-friendly light-rail system which makes getting around extremely easy and economical.
Star attractions
- Oregon Zoo
- Pearl District shopping district
- Oaks Amusement Park
- Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
- Portland Aerial Tram