Southeast Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
The array of hands-on exhibits will have you playing scientist or engineer at this museum known for its innovative interactive displays.
Laurelhurst Park
Laurelhurst Park is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
Spots of color decorate this peaceful garden just outside central Portland. Come throughout the year for varying delights of flowers and trees.
Belmont
You can enjoy retail therapy at Belmont during your stay in Portland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Reed College
Enjoy the student vibe at Reed College during your stay in Portland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Mall 205
During your visit to Portland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mall 205. In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful waterfalls.
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
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Southeast Portland
KEX Portland
Fantastic room! Clean, beautifully decorated room with a very comfortable bed. 10/10
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Jupiter Hotel
Very Pleasant stay with my Wife for her birthday weekend . Thanks to management and staff for the hospitality.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Stark
The staff were amazing! I loved the hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Portland
Manager James ALWAYS delivers an excellent experience. Security improved with new, tall wrought iron fencing. The rooms received new furnishings and fixtures maintaining the upscale “feel”.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Eastside Lodge
Great location, easy check in and out and friendly staff. The room is decent. Nothing fancy but clean. A decent affordable option for its location.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Amazing, clean, easy
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Portland
East Portland
Consider a visit to Glendoveer Golf Course and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in East Portland. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at East 122nd Avenue Station or East 148th Avenue Station.
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.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Norse Hall and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop 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.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Grand Central or Lone Fir Pioneer Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
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.
