Portland Scenic City and Nature Tour

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Portland with a sightseeing tour that showcases the best of this dynamic city. From the bustling streets of downtown to groovy neighborhoods on the east side, this tour is a perfect blend of urban exploration and natural beauty.
As you travel, your knowledgeable guide will provide fascinating commentary on "Stumptown's" evolution from a dense forest, to wild western town, to the lively tourist destination it is today.

A visit to the verdant grounds of historic Pittock Mansion gives a breathtaking view of Mt. Hood. The International Rose Test Garden offers a sensory experience like no other. We'll cross an iconic truss bridge to visit east side neighborhoods, from historic to up-and-coming.

The tour itinerary is subject to change as real world conditions change, such as weather, closures, and unforeseeable traffic conditions. In this event, we will always do our best to provide an equivalent tour experience.

Meeting Point

Director Park

815 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205, USA

Look for the white van with "Peak Tours and Transit" signs

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Pittock Mansion

3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, 97210-5099, Oregon

We will tour the grounds, hear the history, and take in the spectacular view.

20 minutes

Washington Park

4033 SW Canyon Rd, , Portland, 97221-2760, Oregon

Get a taste of Washington Park on the way to the Rose Garden. It includes a zoo, forestry museum, arboretum, Japanese garden, amphitheatre, memorials, archery range, tennis courts, soccer field, picnic areas, playgrounds, public art and many acres of wild forest with miles of trails.

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International Rose Test Garden

400 SW Kingston Ave, , Portland, 97205-5883, Oregon

Let's stop and smell the roses - more than 10,000 when they're in bloom! Even out of season, this is a beautiful stop with a wondrous view!

20 minutes

Old Town

Southwest Fourth Avenue and Burnside Street, , Portland, 97209, Oregon

Pass through Old Town on your tour of downtown Portland, and hear the history of the city's rough and tumble beginnings.

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Pearl District

Portland, Oregon

We will pass through and learn about Portland's famous shopping district, as well as Old Chinatown, the cultural district, and the government district.

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Powell's City of Books

1005 W Burnside St, , Portland, 97209-3114, Oregon

See the largest bookstore in the world, with approximately one million books.

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Tom McCall Waterfront Park

Front Avenue, , Portland, 97205, Oregon

We will drive along this historic park and hear the fascinating history of its origin.

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Hawthorne Bridge

Main to Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, , Portland, 97204, Oregon

(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) One of twelve Portland bridges that crosses the Willamette River, the Hawthorne Bridge is a truss bridge with a vertical lift. It is the oldest vertical-lift bridge in operation in the United States.

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Mount Tabor Park

SE 69th and Belmont Street, , Portland, 97215, Oregon

(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) This is another location with interesting history and an amazing view of the city.

20 minutes

McMenamins Kennedy School

5736 NE 33rd Ave, , Portland, 97211-7302, Oregon

(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) This offbeat hotel in a restored 1915 elementary school. Quirky, artisan decorated.

20 minutes

Cathedral Park

North Edison Street, Pittsburgh Avenue, Portland, 97203, Oregon

(Possibly on itinerary, depending on guide and weather) Named because of the epic bridge towering above, Cathedral Park is steeped in history. It is believed to be one of the 14 Lewis and Clark landing sites in the Vancouver-Portland area. This spot had been a fishing and camping site for many area Indian tribes. In 1931, the St Johns Bridge was built on the site with 400-ft towers and a main span of 1,207 feet. It is the only steel suspension bridge in Portland.

15 minutes