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A Guided Walking Tour of Fabulous Downtown Portland, Oregon

A Guided Walking Tour of Fabulous Downtown Portland, Oregon

Overview

Embarking on a 1.5 mile (2.4 km) walk through the heart of downtown Portland offers an immersive exploration into the city's rich tapestry of history, culture, and innovation.

Portland unfolds its stories through a series of iconic landmarks, bustling public squares, and artistic expressions that color its streets. You'll encounter not just the narrative of its past, but the living, breathing essence of what makes Portland beloved.

Admire vibrant murals and sculptures that punctuate the cityscape. Witness the symbiosis between architecture and environment. Even the smallest park in America claims its fame among the city's green spaces.

We'll share how Portland changed from a forest, to the wild-west "stumptown," to the vibrant "little" city it has become. This walk isn't just a physical journey but a passage through time, revealing how Portland's innovative spirit has shaped its identity from historic times to the present day.

Each tour may vary, depending on your guide.

City: Portland

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $39.00

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $39.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Experienced local guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Pioneer Courthouse

We will begin our tour across the street from this historic building (the oldest federal building in the Pacific Northwest!) and proceed to walk around downtown Portland.

Pioneer Courthouse Square

Pioneer Courthouse Square is rich with history. It is currently a public space occupying a full 40,000-square-foot city block in the center of downtown Portland, Oregon, United States.

South Park Blocks

Twelve blocks in length, it forms the Portland Cultural District and the greenspace at the center of Portland State University. Public artworks abound, as well as elm, oak, and maple trees.

Rebecca at the Well Shemanski Fountain

An ornate fountain and sculpture in the South Park Blocks of downtown Portland, Oregon.

Oregon Historical Society

The Oregon Historical Society was created in 1898 and receives about 44,000 visitors annually. There is a large two-part mural on this nine-story building called Oregon History, painted by Richard Haas.

Portland Art Museum

The oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest, museum was designed by Pietro Belluschi. It is renown for its simple but effective design and use of materials.

Portland'5 Centers for the Arts

When open, this is our restroom stop. It's a beautiful modern theater building, with public art in the lobby and the impressive "spectral light dome" ceiling.

Animals in Pools

Whimsical sculptures in downtown Portland

The Portland Building

You either love it or loathe it. The distinctive post-modern Portland Building was designed by Michael Graves.

Portlandia

It's the largest hammered copper statue in the United States, second to lady Liberty.

Mill Ends Park

The tiniest park in America! Often decorated by citizens with tiny animals. You never know what you might see there!

Tom McCall Waterfront Park

Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park is a 36.59-acre park located in downtown Portland, Oregon, along the Willamette River. It is named after the man who removed a 4 lane freeway to put in a public park, so people could access the waterfront again.

Salmon Street Springs

A vibrant, outdoor fountain, running seasonally

Hawthorne Bridge

View the oldest truss bridge in operation in America from your final destination

Morrison Bridge

One of the most heavily used bridges in Portland, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012. It can be viewed from your final destination on this tour.

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