St. Johns Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Whether you want to relax and soak up some beauty or enjoy one of Portland's many festivals, spare at least one afternoon to enjoy this wonderful waterfront park.
Top hotels in St. Johns
The Paramount Hotel
Beautiful hotel and facilities. Great location.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
Great proximity to airport. Room was comfortable. Breakfast was pretty standard, but OK. No dinner options nearby. Took an Uber to Cascade Station for a restaurant. There were many available there.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Very nice staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
Great stay! Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff, and convenient location. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
It’s so nice and in the middle of everything so u cna ride scooters as soon as u get outside and the breakfast is amazingly good u wont regret getting this hotel
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
Great staff, friendly. Easy walk to shops and transit.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Johns
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 University Park Community Center and Heron Lakes Golf Club.
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 The Academy 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 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.
