'The Best of Portland' City Tour: Small-Group Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Experience the Pacific Northwest’s most-dynamic cultural hub on this small-group tour of Portland's highlights! Explore diverse neighborhoods with your City Boat Tours 'Hall of Fame' guide. You’ll be treated to morning tea and pastries, as well as walks & scenic views, with round-trip downtown Portland hotel transport included.
Begin with Pittock Mansion for unparalleled views of the city and Mt. Hood. The historic setting is an ideal place to discuss Portland’s pioneer history and development.
Take in roses or cherry blossoms, see the landscape design of J.C. Olmsted, witness sustainability integrated into an urban environment, and learn about cinder-cone volcanoes that once covered the area!
After experiencing the city’s natural side, dive into its artsy and independent spirit. Experience neighborhoods such as the Pearl District, Hawthorne, Nob Hill, Alberta, and North Mississippi for a slice of Portlandia, embodied in food truck pods, hip specialty boutiques, and craft breweries.
What's Included
- Breakfast Morning tea, pastries and seasonal snacks. Fresh coffee while overlooking the city from Pittock Mansion!
- Water, snacks and other refreshments available.
- Travel in luxury in our high-roof Ford Transit Vans
- A 4-hour tour of Portland's "must-see" highlights.
- Our small tour groups mean we can really explore, unimpeded, like locals.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Portland hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
- Local, City Boat Tours 'Hall of Fame' naturalist guide. 'Certified Excellent' every year since 2010!
Meeting and Pickup
We'll pick you up at your hotel in downtown Portland. If you are staying outside our restricted pick up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location - The Portland Visitor Center - located at 1132 SW Harvey Milk Street, Portland, OR
Southwest Harvey Milk Street
Portland, OR 97205, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Pittock Mansion
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Washington Park
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
International Rose Test Garden
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hawthorne
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Tabor Park
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alberta Street
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Northwest (Nob Hill)
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Pearl District
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tom McCall Waterfront Park (Pass By)
Powell's City of Books (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-36218CITY
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