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.
Portland Expo Center
Learn about the events happening in Portland Expo Center during your trip to Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
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.
University of Portland
Explore the campus of University of Portland during your visit to Portland. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Jantzen Beach Center
During your trip to Portland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jantzen Beach Center. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Portland International Raceway
Catch an event at Portland International Raceway and enjoy other activities in Portland such as cycling.Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Phantoms, Penance, and Poltergeists Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best North Portland Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
Good
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG
The staff was friendly and helpful upon arrival. The family suite is extremely spacious and had a nice view. The staff also were glad to bring extra bedding for the sofa bed directly to our room.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Portlander Inn and Marketplace
Clean and organized place. Little loud but expected as it’s a truck stop
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center by IHG
Nice size very clean room
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Oxford Suites Portland - Jantzen Beach
The whole place was great. And the workers were awesome
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Park Lane Suites and Inn
The front desk attendant was very welcoming and super sweet and friendly. Gave us very clear instructions about parking, amenities, and our room.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Portland
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Leif Erickson Trail or Pittock Mansion, 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 The Academy and Columbia River 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.
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.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Moda 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.
