Southwest Portland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Southwest Portland
Popular places to visit

Oregon Zoo
This modern zoo houses a diverse and intriguing range of animals from North America and many other parts of the world.

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 theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Portland Japanese Garden
This relaxed oasis of calm is the perfect escape from the city, and an opportunity to learn about the culture of Japan.

Pioneer Courthouse Square
Portland’s downtown “living room” is a beloved town square and a symbol of the city’s commitment to lively public spaces.
Activities

Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland

Portland City Tour: Views and News (Our Best Selling Tour!)

Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour
Our pick of the best Southwest Portland Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Paramount Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Dossier Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Park Lane Suites and Inn
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Mark Spencer Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Portland

Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.

Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Artists Repertory Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.

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.

Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Oregon Rail Heritage Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.

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.
Are there hotels near Southwest Portland?
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- Southeast Portland Hotels
- Northwest Portland Hotels
- Buckman Hotels
- Nob Hill Hotels
- Hosford-Abernethy Hotels
- Goose Hollow Hotels
- Alphabet Historic District Hotels
- South Portland Hotels
- Old Town Chinatown Hotels
- Southwest Hills Hotels
- West Haven-Sylvan Hotels
- Hillsdale Hotels
- Multnomah Village Hotels
- Raleigh Hills Hotels
- South Waterfront Hotels