10 TOP Things to Do in Willamette Valley September 2025

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Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour

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City centre Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland

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Stunning Air Tour of the Columbia River Gorge by Envi Adventures

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Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

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What to do in Willamette Valley

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

During your trip, find out what's happening in Oregon Convention Center, a top convention centre in 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.

University of Oregon

Explore the campus of University of Oregon during your travels in Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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.

Multnomah Falls

Cross the bridge perched above the lower part of this two-tiered behemoth and visit the historic lodge for its stunning views.

Autzen Stadium

Catch an event at Autzen Stadium during your trip to Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Portland State University

Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Wildlife Safari

Why not visit the animals who live at Wildlife Safari during your travels in Winston? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Explore areas of Willamette Valley

Downtown Portland

4/5(42 area reviews)

Make time to explore the heart of the city and discover great food, shopping and entertainment.

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.

Pearl District

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Stay in a hotel here as a base to enjoy this fascinating neighborhood’s offerings, from morning coffee to late-night arts.

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 Sam Jackson Park and Marquam Nature Park. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.

Vancouver featuring heritage architecture

Downtown Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Vancouver Farmers Market and Interstate Bridge while you're in town.