Portland Afternoon City Tour, Portland

About this activity

More than just a basic Portland city tour, our half-day Portland City Tour will reveal the laid-back small city feel of this fun and thriving downtown. You will experience the best Portland sites including the International Rose Garden (seasonally), the World Forestry Museum (seasonally), the Oregon Society of Artists (seasonally), Pioneer Courthouse Square, NW 23rd (the best shopping area in Portland), the Pearl District, the South Park Blocks, and Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Today Portland is known as one of the world’s most environmentally conscious cities: a hub for farm-to-table eateries, alternative lifestyles, a large community of cyclists, and high walkability. Let our informative and entertaining Tour Guides show you the best the City of Portland has to offer.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 11 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English
Operated by: Hub World Travel dba America's Hub World Tours LLC

Ages: Infants (0–0 years) · Children (1–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Transport by Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
Included: Knowledgeable and Experienced Local Guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Pick-up & Drop-off At Downtown Portland, Oregon Hotels

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Pioneer Courthouse Square

Passing by

Pioneer Courthouse Square, located in the heart of Downtown Portland, is a public space hosting more than 300 programmed events each year. With more than 26,000 people visiting the Square each day, it is the single most visited site in the city. The Square’s features include the Waterfall Fountain, built of granite; sixteen columns with classical pillars topped with carved yellow roses on which crawl pink-and-green spotted bugs; and two brick amphitheaters which provide seats for events.
International Rose Test Garden

20 min

One of the city’s signature landmarks, located in beautiful Washington Park, Portland’s largest official rose garden is home to more than 10,000 roses including 650+ rose varieties. From May through October, you can stroll amongst the lovely blooms, breathe in the delightful smells, and enjoy the spectacular views of downtown and Mount Hood.
Pearl District

Passing by

Loading docks and cobblestone streets hint at this former warehouse district’s past, while stylish bars and gleaming lofts point toward the future. The Pearl District was formerly occupied by warehouses, light industry, and railroad classification yards and now noted for its art galleries, restaurants, upscale businesses, and high-rise residences along with lofts that were converted from warehouses.
Northwest (Nob Hill)

Passing by

The neighborhood surrounding stylish Northwest 23rd Avenue offers an abundance of terrific shopping and choice eats. In the Northwest neighborhood (also known as Nob Hill or the Alphabet District), century-old Victorian and Craftsman-style storefronts housing unique boutiques stand alongside national retailers, interspersed with coffee shops and on-trend restaurants and bars. In short, it’s a shopper’s paradise.
Powell's City of Books

Passing by

Powell’s City of Books is the largest used and new bookstore in the world, occupying an entire city block and housing approximately one million books. Located in downtown Portland’s Pearl District, the City of Books has nine color-coded rooms and over 3,500 different sections, offering something for every interest, including an incredible selection of out-of-print and hard-to-find titles.
Providence Park

Passing by

Built by the Multnomah Athletic Club in 1926 and acquired by the City in 1966, Providence Park Stadium is known today as home to the Portland Thorns and Portland Timbers. This historic stadium hosts about 150 events per year, including professional sports games, concerts, youth camps and business events.
South Park Blocks

Passing by

This 12-block greenspace stretches north from the campus of Portland State University, serving as a front yard for residents and businesses of the Cultural District. The park hosts vibrant community events and programs for Portlanders and regional visitors throughout the year.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park

Passing by

Once a bustling highway, this riverside gem offers more than 36 acres (15 ha) of strollable, bikeable and dog-walkable public park with historical and cultural monuments aplenty.
Lake Oswego Farmers' Market

20 min

A very charming town and highly desirable neighborhood. The shops and Market area open year around for visitors to explore and engage with shops and vendors selling products and services depending on time of the year..

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Sentinel
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland
The Duniway Portland, a Hilton Hotel
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
University Place Hotel and Conference Center
Staypineapple, Hotel Rose, Downtown
Silver Cloud Hotel - Portland
AC Hotel Portland Downtown, OR
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Hotel Deluxe
The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

and 47 more pickup points

IMPORTANT PICK-UP INFORMATION: Tour pick-ups start up to 45 minutes prior to the tour start time. The pick-up time you will be given depends on the location of the hotel you are staying at. When you book the tour, America's Hub World Tours will email you a ticket with your 15-minute pick-up window. At the beginning of the 15-minute pick-up window please stand at the hotel lobby doors and look for a Sprinter van. Your Tour Guide will arrive within the 15-minute pick-up window listed.

Acknowledgement of Safety Briefing

When boarding the vehicle and exiting the vehicle to use a three-point stand.

Traffic and transportation safety: Pay special attention at intersections, use pedestrian crosswalks whenever possible and always wear a seat belt on tour vehicle.

Health and Hydration: Tours can be physically demanding. Stay hydrated and carry any necessary medications; plan for breaks when needed.

What to Do if Lost: If you get separated from the group, do not panic. Stop walking and wait right where you are. Call our tour company phone at 503-896-2464. For emergency call 911.

Walking on Uneven Terrain:

Technique
Scan the path: Look ten feet ahead. Do not just look at your feet.
Short steps: Take small, slow steps.
Flat feet: Place your whole foot down. Do not just walk on your toes or heels.
Go slow uphill & downhill

Safety & Hazards

Watch for water: Wet rocks, moss, and mud are very slick. Walk around them if you can.
Never run: Speed causes trips and twisted ankles.

Snow & Ice:

Don’t cross in front of snow removal equipment (snow blowers, plows, etc.). It’s safer to cross behind.
Observe extreme caution when entering and exiting vehicles. Warm soles on compact snow/ice increase the risk of slip/falls. Use the vehicle for support.
Watch out for black ice, wet floors/stairways and overhead/ falling hazards (icicles or snow/ice on sloping roofs and in trees).
Never attempt to drive or walk on carpet, tile, stone, or ceramic surfaces while wearing Yaktrax. Take them off before driving or entering a building!

Plants and Animals: Do not touch any plants or animals. Touching them is dangerous for you and for them. Animals carry germs and diseases. Plants can cause rashes or allergic reactions.

Do not approach or follow wildlife for a “better look.”
Observe wildlife from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee.
You are too close if your presence or actions cause wildlife to alter their normal habits.

Water: Never drink raw mountain water. Even clear streams hide dangerous bacteria, viruses, and parasites like Giardia. Animals use the water upstream, and you cannot see germs. Drinking raw water can cause severe diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration.

Always keep your valuables with you. We are not responsible for any loss of personal items

Using your ticket

IMPORTANT PICK-UP INFORMATION: Tour pick-ups start up to 45 minutes prior to the tour start time. The pick-up time you will be given depends on the location of the hotel you are staying at. When you book the tour, America's Hub World Tours will email you a ticket with your 15-minute pick-up window. At the beginning of the 15-minute pick-up window please stand at the hotel lobby doors and look for a Sprinter van. Your Tour Guide will arrive within the 15-minute pick-up window listed.

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Car seats and/or booster seats not provided
This tour does operate in rainy weather.
America’s Hub World Tour’s works in collaboration with Oregon Tour Experts. All pickups are made via Oregon Tour Expert’s transportation and tour guiding company.
All guests will be required to sign an acknowledgement of the Safety Briefing that will be given at the start of the tour.