Downtown Vancouver Travel Guide
Portland
Visit Downtown Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Esther Short Park
Relax by fountains, shop in bustling markets and listen to concerts in a scenic park that has become the city of Vancouver’s premier outdoor public space.
Interstate Bridge
You can learn about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Interstate Bridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Clark County Historical Museum
You can study the exhibits at Clark County Historical Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Vancouver. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Vancouver Farmers Market
During your trip to Vancouver, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Vancouver Farmers Market. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
The Academy
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at The Academy. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Maryhill Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Maryhill Winery during your travels to Vancouver. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Downtown Vancouver
Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown City Center
Good value for proximity to downtown.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Incredible
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Room needed better vacuuming but other than that everything is good.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Convenient and cleanliness.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Sojourn Suites Portland Airport
Perfect
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
The lady that checked us in was so friendly & wonderful. Very informative & helpful & got us all scheduled for the airport shuttle which was so quick & very on time. We will totally stay there again
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Vancouver
North Portland
Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Moda Center and University Park Community Center.
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.
Northeast Portland
While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or Colwood National Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
Northwest Portland
While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Pittock Mansion or Hoyt Arboretum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Moda Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.
