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.
University of Portland
Explore the campus of University of Portland during your visit to Portland. 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.
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.
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.
Portland International Raceway
Catch an event at Portland International Raceway and enjoy other activities in Portland such as cycling.Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in North Portland
Oxford Suites Portland - Jantzen Beach
Room was clean and spacious. Staff was friendly especially at check in. Bar tender was very friendly as well
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
Clean and located perfectly for the show!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center by IHG
Very convenient for attending event at Veterans' Memorial Coliseum.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Portlander Inn and Marketplace
Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG
The beds were comfy, the food was tasty and it is located close enough to the freeway to be convenient but little road noise’
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Delta Park North Portland
Breakfast was fresh with hotbar. Get there before 9.30am as the staff start clearing things at that time. Room was clean enough. Had a slight mildew scene after shower. Staff were very friendly. Location is right near expo center, but i would not walk there as you would need to walk past a *lot* ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Portland
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 Vancouver Farmers Market and Columbia River while you're in town.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
Alphabet Historic District
Spend some time visiting places like Trevett-Nunn House while getting to know Alphabet Historic District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at NW Lovejoy & 18th Stop or NW Lovejoy & 21st Stop to see more of the area.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
Lloyd District
Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Lloyd 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.
