Madison South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Madison South
Popular places to visit
The Grotto
You can learn about the history of Portland when you stop by The Grotto. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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 Zoo
This modern zoo houses a diverse and intriguing range of animals from North America and many other parts of the world.
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 Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Our pick of the best Madison South Hotel Deals
The Paramount Hotel
Has become my go to place lately. Good location. Nice bars on premises. Price is good
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
Very accommodating and friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The staff was friendly and very helpful. Check in had a problem that they fixed with a smile and the Valet was very helpful storing my motorcycle for the night.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
The pool and fitness center are open late until midnight, which is nice when you are busy all day, plus they have a late checkout at noon and free shuttles to the airport! Beautiful blooming azaleas everywhere.There is a full breakfast but nothing made to order, still lots of good options. The cons ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
It's was fine. Quiet enough. Nothing to really say about it. An inexpensive place to sleep before an early morning flight.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
I slept well here and the staff was very helpful! I loved the complimentary bottle of wine and coffee! In the evenings there was a nice wine and cheese hour from 5-6. This is a nice location for Amtrak traveling and also it’s an easy walk to downtown transit! It’s a happening neighborhood! The staff ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Madison South
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like The Grotto or Portland Air National Guard Base, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
East Portland
Consider a visit to Glendoveer Golf Course and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in East Portland. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at East 122nd Avenue Station or East 148th Avenue Station.
Southeast Portland
Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.
Richmond
If you're spending some time in Richmond, Hawthorne Theatre and Bagdad Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Willamette River and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop to see more of the city.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Grand Central and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
