Far Southwest Travel Guide
Portland
Visit Far Southwest
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Hopscotch Portland Immersive Art Experience
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Far Southwest
The Paramount Hotel
"Great restaurants in lobby area. Cozy and clean."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
Oxford Suites Portland - Jantzen Beach
"Well maintained facility."
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
"I loved staying at this hotel. The decor was beautiful, the staff were friendly and helpful, parking was extremely easy, and the beds were comfortable. My only issue was the TVs didn’t work they tried fixing them but were unable and I wasn’t asked if I wanted to move to a different room so my entire ..."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Where to stay in Far Southwest
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.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
Southeast Portland
Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Oregon Zoo and Sellwood Bridge. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
