Central Eastside Travel Guide
Portland
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Central Eastside
KEX Portland
Great hotel, it was my 2nd visit. I especially like the basement sauna. I liked that there is a bike storage area, though you need to be able to lift your bike above your head to hang it on the hook. They did seem short-staffed, though I think that’s true for most hotels these days. Everyone who ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Jupiter Hotel
Was a bit loud, no mini fridge and tv options limited.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Stark
This was a very cool place to stay and great location. Room was nice and the staff were very helpful - there was one issue with my room and I asked the manager if he would be willing to comp a small part of the mini bar fee which he did so I appreciate that very much. Would definitely recommend the ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Eastside Lodge
Room was clean. Beds comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Excellent service and stay, as usual!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
We stayed here for a cheer competition. I liked that it was walking distance to the convention center and I felt pretty safe. The area outside the hotel was nicely kept and no homeless people were around, like the other hotels in Portland. The staff was super helpful and friendly, I will definitely ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Eastside
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Grand Central or Belmont and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Rail Heritage Center or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill 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.
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.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Steel Bridge and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop to see more of the city.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
