North Portland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Portland
Popular places to visit
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.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Take your seat for ice hockey games or concerts at a vast arena that also serves as a memorial to war veterans.
Cathedral Park
Go on a scenic walk or bicycle ride, browse public art and attend popular cultural events at this attractive riverfront park.
Swan Island
You can find out about the history of Portland with a visit to Swan Island. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Oregon Convention Center
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.
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
Activities
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park
'The Best of Portland' City Tour: Small-Group Sightseeing Tour
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mt Hood Tour from Portland, OR
Our pick of the best North Portland Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Portland - North
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center by IHG
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Oxford Suites Portland - Jantzen Beach
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Delta Park North Portland
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Portland
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Pittock Mansion or Hoyt Arboretum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Vancouver Farmers Market and Interstate Bridge while you're in town.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
Alphabet Historic District
Spend some time visiting places like Trevett-Nunn House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.
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
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.