Northwest Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Powell's City of Books
Perfect for a rainy-day visit, this famous bookstore is a wonderful spot to visit any day. Browse for hours amid its 1 million books.
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.
Roseland Theater
You can enjoy a show at Roseland Theater on your trip to Portland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Willamette River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Willamette River during your travels in Northwest Portland.
St. Johns Bridge
St. Johns Bridge is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Enjoy the landscaped scenery of this natural and spiritual oasis and learn about Chinese culture and Portland’s Chinese connection in this peaceful setting.
Top hotels in Northwest Portland
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Best stay in Portland! Our favorite staff was Casey- shoutout Casey and Cambria for the most wonderful visit. Definitely booking again!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District
Centrally located, comfortable room, filling breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Harlow Hotel
Great property, historic building. Quiet rooms amist the city hustle. One of the staff members was on fire, serving food & drink at the cafe & later seen folding linens & running the front desk. Impressive, didnt get the name but she knows who she is!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District
The room was very nice. There was no cleaning/house keeping/restocking after my first night there.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District
Great place
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Hoxton Portland
My sheets didn't smell fresh.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Portland
North Portland
Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Portland International Raceway and Chiles Center.
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.
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.
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.
Cedar Hills
While you're in Cedar Hills, take in top sights like Cedar Hills Crossing and jump on the metro at Millikan Way Station to see more of the city.
