Portland, Oregon & Columbia River Gorge Area Attractions To Explore

The Berry Botanic Garden began as the personal collection of a remarkable plantswoman, Rae Selling Berry (1881-1976). Today, they maintain and expand this extraordinary landscape in the service of education, conservation and horticulture.

Hoyt Arboretum covers 185 ridge top acres about two miles west of downtown Portland. It is home to a collection of trees representing more than 1,100 species gathered from around the world accessed by 12 miles of trails.

The Japanese Garden is five and a half acres of traditional design that is a homage to nature. From spring's subtle flowering, through the understated greens of summer, the color of fall and the stark beauty of winter, it's a year-round attraction.

The Portland Classical Chinese Garden is an authentically built Ming Dynasty styled garden. Covered walkways, bridges, open colonnades, pavilions and a richly planted landscape frame Zither Lake, create ever-changing views.

Historic Oregon City is the place to discover the unexpected site of Oregon history! Walk the McLoughlin Promenade, ride the Municipal Elevator, browse for antiques and visit the Museum, End of the Oregon Trail and the Stevens Crawford Heritage House.

The National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother, a beautiful 62 acre Catholic Shrine and botanical garden, is more commonly known as "The Grotto". The Sanctuary, Chapels and grounds are administered by the Friars of the Order of Servants of Mary.

The Real Mother Goose Fine American Craft offers three Portland, Oregon gallery-shops with over 10,000 square feet of contemporary fine American craft that showcased the best American artists and craftspeople.

Pioneer Place, downtown Portland mall buzzes with activity (it's not just the coffee). There is an energy here that charges every moment with fun and excitement. Enjoy four city blocks filled with tax-free shopping, dining and entertainment!

The Oregon Zoo promotes a better future for wildlife by providing the Portland, Oregon area with access to over 1,000 animals representing 200 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians & invertebrates, plus habitats, a botanical garden and much more!

The Portland Highland Games is a lively, family-friendly event featuring: Scottish Highland music, dancing, piping & drumming competitions, athletics, cultural activities, and Scottish-themed vendors.

The Portland Jazz Festival consists of more than one hundred events in various venues in downtown Portland, Oregon. See your favorite GRAMMY®-Award winning artists and discover the up-and-comers. Enjoy intimate jazz performances in hotel ballrooms, clubs, and restaurants.

The Portland Saturday Market was organized to provide an environment that encourages the economic & artistic growth of emerging & accomplished artisans and to honor their craftsmanship, design innovation, marketing ethics, and authenticity of product.

The Columbia River Gorge is a year-round recreational area offering the finest in outdoor activities including hiking, biking, golf, whitewater rafting & kayaking, windsurfing & kiting, downhill & cross country skiing and much more!

Maryhill Museum of Art, located on the Columbia River Gorge, brings Pacific Northwest residents & visitors access to the Museum's influential history and the broad spectrum of artistic expression it contains.

The Portland Spirit is the Northwest's premier cruise ship and offers both seated meal cruises and reception cruises aboard its two luxurious, climate-controlled decks. Tour the Willamette & Columbia Rivers aboard the Portland Spirit and her sister ships, the Willamette Star, the Crystal Dolphin, the Outrageous Jetboat, and the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler.

Enchanted Forest offers a wide variety of attractions, including kiddy rides, Storybook Lane, slides, a Haunted House, roller coaster, Big Timer Log Ride, the Summer Comedy Theatre, beautiful Fantasy Fountains, Western Town, English Village, gift shops, food and picnic areas.

The Mount Hood Railroad invites you to enjoy the splendors of the scenic Columbia Gorge while climbing to the foothills of Mount Hood aboard the 4-hour Round Trip Scenic Tour through the Hood River Valley, the Narrated Historic Excursion Tour, and the Dinner & Brunch Trains!

Argyle Winery, named “OREGON’S PREMIER WINERY” by Wine Spectator in 2000 produces world-class methode champenoise Sparkling wine, barrel fermented Chardonnay and ‘silky’ textured Pinot Noir from grapes harvested from Knudsen Vineyard, Stoller Vineyard and Lonestar Vineyard.

Cooper Mountain Vineyards, once considered a bit eccentric, or "crazy" if you will, is now recognized as an innovative leader in a Biodynamic® vineyard farming and offers premium Pinot Noir and other finest wines from the finest vines.

Wine Tours Northwest allows you to discover the best kept secret of the uniquely diversified Columbia River Gorge...its WINERIES! After a stop at Multnomah Falls, it's off to a variety of winery stops, all conducted and narrated by a professional tour guide. Your tour will be enhanced with the history, geology and some very interesting stories of the Gorge, narrated by their professional tour guide.