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'The Best of Portland' City Tour: Small-Group Sightseeing Tour

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Portland, USA

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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

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Pickup details

    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

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    Southwest Harvey Milk Street
    Portland, OR 97205, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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    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

    The grounds around historic Pittock Mansion offer unparalleled views of Portland and Mt. Hood. We’ll press coffee and share local donuts as we contemplate the city.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Washington Park

    Located atop the hills west of downtown, Washington Park is home to big trees and Portland favorites like the Rose Test Garden, Japanese Garden, the Oregon Zoo, and the Portland Children's Museum.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    International Rose Test Garden

    The oldest public rose test garden in the United States, the International Rose Test Garden is home to over 10,000 rose bushes! Lovely views of the city here.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Hawthorne

    Thrift stores, bookshops, hip boutiques, numerous cafes, walkable blocks, and a charming indie spirit make Hawthorne one of our favorite neighborhoods in Portland! Home to Mt. Tabor Park.
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    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Mount Tabor Park

    Named to the National Register of Historic Places - 630' high Mt. Tabor Park is one of the few extinct volcanoes found in any American city! Home to big views and lovely trails.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Alberta Street

    Home to galleries, restaurants, coffee, beer & bars, street art, and the beloved 'Last Thursday' monthly street fair - colorful Alberta lies in Northeast Portland.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Northwest (Nob Hill)

    The perfect neighborhood for a weekend of leisurely walking - Northwest Portland's Victorian homes, high-end shopping, and award-winning chefs provide plenty of reason to discover Nob Hill. Home to the Pittock Mansion and Rose Test Garden.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Pearl District

    A former warehouse district, today, the Pearl District's cobblestone streets, stylish bars and shops, breweries, and cultural institutions make for highly enjoyable exploring. Home to Powell's City of Books.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old Town (Pass By)

    A drive through Old Town, Portland.
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    Tom McCall Waterfront Park (Pass By)

    When time permits, we'll drive along Waterfront Park as we head back into downtown Portland.
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    Powell's City of Books (Pass By)

    If you like, we're happy to drop you off at the tour's end at Powell's City of Books (or we can take you back to your hotel)!
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    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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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the ‘The Best of Portland’ City Tour: Small-Group Sightseeing Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    What's Included

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • BreakfastMorning 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!

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • 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

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).

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