A Week in Portland: Exploring the City of Roses

Donald Hsieh

19 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Portland, Oregon, as I uncover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of this vibrant city. From mouthwatering delicacies to stunning gardens, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the unique culture and charm of Portland.

Trip to Portland

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$191

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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Landmark sign with a white stag on a university building illuminated at night & erected in 1940.

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Riverfront green belt featuring public art, historical monuments, paved paths & a fountain.

9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Guided tours & educational exhibits on a historic steam-powered tug moored on the Willamette River.

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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Upscale American fare served in a majestic space. Established in 1879, Huber’s is Portland’s oldest restaurant.

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$72

7 - 10 min

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Teensy, quirky plantings area on a median strip, billed as the world's smallest park.

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 2

$259

$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$46

4 - 6 min

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Tranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnels Tour

Company offering guided tours of the historic Chinatown tunnels with rumored organized crime ties.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

9 - 11 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

2 - 3 min

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Rotating exhibits give insight into state history, art & more in building with 8-story-high murals.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$52

Day 3

$170

$ 5

City-maintained rose test gardens founded in 1917, featuring 10,000+ plants in manicured displays.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Many styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view.

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$47

8 - 10 min

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Where Thai Cuisine is a Work of Art

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$64

4 - 6 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$58

Day 4

$160

$ 10

Come to the Grill to Get Your Sports Fill. Operating since 1982, Kingston Bar and Grill is a place to go to relax, watch sports and eat good in the Portland area. Kingston Offers: 25 HD widescreen televisions Full Bar Full Menu Free Wifi We are close to Jeld Wen Field...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

11 - 14 min

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Huge park with varied attractions including zoo, rose garden, Japanese garden & 12 miles of trails.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$58

2 - 3 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$58

Day 5

$195

$ 20

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

10 - 12 min

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64-acre zoo featuring elephants, polar bears & other animal exhibits emphasizing conservation.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$35

15 - 18 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$58

11 - 14 min

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190-acre park with thousands of native, global & endangered trees, plus 12 miles of hiking trails.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Caffe Mingo offers simple Italian food made with local, northwest ingredients from our organic farmers and our long-time cooks. Join us for a great meal!

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 6

$222

$ 10