Kerns Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Steel Bridge
Study the beautiful architecture of this early 20th-century bridge and watch its middle section lift to allow the passage of tall ships and boats.
Eastbank Esplanade
Explore the lovely green spaces of Eastbank Esplanade and also enjoy the cycling trails in Portland. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
This modern zoo houses a diverse and intriguing range of animals from North America and many other parts of the world.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Escape the hustle and bustle of urban life in this popular park, which is located close to the city centre.
Activities
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour
Our pick of the best Kerns Hotel Deals
Eastside Lodge
Room was very basic, with minimal amenities, but clean and comfortable for a night stay! Parking lot is well lit and felt safe. Great price and nice stay.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
KEX Portland
The check-in was great, I'd come on the train and was quite tired and Christian at the front desk had my bed all set. Giving great recommendations for local food around town all within a short distance including the great Pizzeria, a diner, and a local Brewery. My room was spotless as were the bathrooms ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Paramount Hotel
It’s fine
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
Great location, tons of shopping and great places to eat.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
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Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Hotel is in a good area. Pool and restaurants are good. Staff are not friendly. Some staff members were rude
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kerns
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Grand Central or Belmont and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Lloyd Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Rail Heritage Center or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Eliot
While you're in Eliot, take in top sights like Wonder Ballroom and jump on the metro at Albina-Mississippi Station to see more of the city.
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.
