Far West Travel Guide
Portland
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.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland: Phantoms, Penance, and Poltergeists Ghost Tour
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Far West
The Paramount Hotel
Helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Our corner king room had a stunning city view—truly beautiful. Check-in was smooth and welcoming; the front desk team was kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. We also loved the convenience of entering from the parking garage directly into the hotel lobby. The bar and lobby area were inviting and lively, ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
There was no breakfast. Frequently heard loud thumping noise, particularly in the evening say 9pm-12. Could be ventilation equipment issues or just an obnoxious guest
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Clean Spacious Room, Good breakfast variety, location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
Staff, was extremely helpful and kind. Beautiful room and well maintained amenities. Beakfast was lovely, had a little trouble finding it at first, but a very nice spread.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
The second room we got was very nice. The cleaning stff were excellent. Prompt and thorough.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Far West
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Sam Jackson Park and Sellwood Bridge. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
Cedar Hills
While you're in Cedar Hills, take in top sights like Cedar Hills Crossing and jump on the metro at Millikan Way Station to see more of the city.
Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
South Portland
South Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Circuit Bouldering Gym SW and Portland Aerial Tram. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
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.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
