North Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Take your seat for ice hockey games or concerts at a vast arena that also serves as a memorial to war veterans.
Swan Island
You can find out about the history of Portland with a visit to Swan Island. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Cathedral Park
Go on a scenic walk or bicycle ride, browse public art and attend popular cultural events at this attractive riverfront park.
Jantzen Beach Center
During your trip to Portland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jantzen Beach Center. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Portland Expo Center
Learn about the events happening in Portland Expo Center during your trip to Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Things to do
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland: Phantoms, Penance, and Poltergeists Ghost Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in North Portland
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
Room spotless, view amazing, staff great, restaurant on site was 5 star menu and quality. Walking distance to Moda Center and steps to Convention Center. 10/10 Recommend
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG
Everything was great at this location. Definitely coming back.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Oxford Suites Portland - Jantzen Beach
Friendly staff and great amenities! We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. A enjoyable place to relax in the evening. Breakfast was delicious, with many choices.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center by IHG
Friendly staff, easy check-in.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Portland - North
Security in the parking lot! Amazing service as well
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland North
Well, after being on the phone with Expedia twice, trying to understand a few things in question, like there are ridiculously low rates for places in which I also had credit that I was wanting to use. After getting off the phone, I went back in to look at the current rates for places again and seeing ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Portland
Kenton
While you're in Kenton, take in top sights like Portland International Raceway or Heron Lakes Golf Club, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kenton-North Denver Avenue Station or Delta Park-Vanport Station.
Overlook
While you're in Overlook, take in top sights like Swan Island or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Killingsworth Station or North Prescott Station.
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Leif Erickson Trail or Pittock Mansion, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Academy and Columbia River while you're in town.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Nathan Loeb House or Trevett-Nunn House, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
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.
