Southwest Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Portland Japanese Garden
Tranquility abounds in these idyllic Japanese gardens, said by many to be the most authentic outside of Japan.
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.
Providence Park
Catch an event at Providence Park and enjoy other activities in Portland such as cycling.Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Top hotels in Southwest Portland
The Paramount Hotel
"The location was great, the beds were very comfortable, and we felt safe in/around the hotel. The valet service was also fantastic. Great water pressure in the shower. We enjoyed our balcony. Only complaint: our room with a balcony faced a street that had noisy trash pickup every morning at 6. 😊 ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
"The Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center is conveniently located nearby many bus and streetcar lines. The staff are friendly and efficient, and the room and amenities are in keeping with a hotel in this tier."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
"Staff was on point, they even sent me a follow up text to make sure everything was perfect. Excellent service and very nice room as well."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
"Harrison was awesome and very friendly throughout our stay. I’ve stayed in more than fifteen hotels in the Portland area, and this is one I find myself coming back to regularly."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Dossier Hotel
"Excellent staff assistance, great food and amenities. Great location with valet parking. Amazing place to stay and is my go to when I’m in town."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
"It was amazing would totally stay there again."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Portland
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 Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
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.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Makah Cultural and Research Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street 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.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
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.
