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Things to do in Portland, OR: 3 local trip ideas

3 ready-made day trips in Portland, OR: foodie, hidden gems and nature. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

FoodieHidden GemsNature
Foodie trip

A Standout Culinary Saturday

5 stops · about 6 hr of stops · ~$153 per person

Embark on a beautifully curated, geographically seamless culinary journey through Portland, traversing from Northwest bakeries to the vibrant markets of the downtown core, and ending in the cozy residential hills of Mt. Tabor.

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    Ken's Artisan Bakery

    338 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA
    Ken's Artisan Bakery, Portland, OR

    Arrive early to snag one of their legendary, flaky croissants and a perfect espresso.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Powell's City of Books

    1005 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
    Powell's City of Books, Portland, OR

    Walk just a few blocks east to browse the massive collection of cookbooks in the Rose Room.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · Free · Directions
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    Nong's Khao Man Gai (Downtown)

    417 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, USA
    Nong's Khao Man Gai (Downtown), Portland, OR

    A short walk south; order the iconic poached chicken and seasoned rice with their famous ginger-garlic sauce.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 45 min · ~$18 per person · Directions
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    Portland Farmers Market at PSU

    1803 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97201, USA
    Portland Farmers Market at PSU, Portland, OR

    Stroll down the South Park Blocks to browse local cheeses, berries, and artisan pantry staples.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    Coquine

    6839 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97215, USA
    Coquine, Portland, OR

    Head east to this acclaimed neighborhood gem for a stunning, hyper-seasonal dinner and their legendary chocolate chip cookie.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$110 per person · Directions
Hidden Gems trip

Sunnyside & Richmond

5 stops · about 6 hr 35 min of stops · ~$88 per person

Immerse yourself in SE Portland's local lifestyle with a non-touristy day centered around the historic Sunnyside and Richmond neighborhoods, featuring cozy community landmarks and under-the-radar neighborhood joints.

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    The Hazel Room

    3279 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA
    The Hazel Room, Portland, OR

    Try their famous house-baked cheddar-scallion biscuit sandwiches or loose-leaf tea lattes in a charming historic home.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    The Wishing Tree

    2954 NE 7th Ave, Portland, OR 97212, USA
    The Wishing Tree, Portland, OR

    Grab a blank tag from the box on the fence to write your own hope and tie it to this beautiful neighborhood landmark.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 20 min · Free · Directions
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    Portland Mercado

    7238 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97206, USA
    Portland Mercado, Portland, OR

    Feast on incredible regional Latin American street food like pupusas or Cubanos in this rebuilt, vibrant community food hub.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$18 per person · Directions
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    Mt. Tabor Park

    SE 60th Ave &, SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97215, USA
    Mt. Tabor Park, Portland, OR

    Skip the crowded Rose Garden and walk around a dormant cinder cone volcano with stellar skyline views that only locals utilize.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Bar Loon

    3326 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
    Bar Loon, Portland, OR

    Unwind at this stylish, under-the-radar neighborhood lounge serving elevated Pacific Northwest sharing plates and creative cocktails.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$45 per person · Directions
Nature trip

West Portland Woods & Gardens

5 stops · about 6 hr 45 min of stops · ~$62 per person

Immerse yourself in the lush greenery and vibrant neighborhoods of West Portland with an effortlessly flowing, non-zigzagging route from Northwest District bakeries to the tranquil forests and manicured gardens of Washington Park.

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    Ken's Artisan Bakery

    338 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA
    Ken's Artisan Bakery, Portland, OR

    Arrive early to beat the line and pair an artisan morning bun or Oregon croissant with local espresso.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Lower Macleay Park

    2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, OR 97210, USA
    Lower Macleay Park, Portland, OR

    Walk along Balch Creek to reach the ivy-covered stone ruins known as 'The Witch's Castle'.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Serratto Restaurant and Bar

    2112 NW Kearney St, Portland, OR 97210, USA
    Serratto Restaurant and Bar, Portland, OR

    A refined but casual neighborhood favorite serving exceptional Mediterranean and Italian-leaning dishes.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Portland Japanese Garden

    611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205, USA
    Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, OR

    Pre-book timed-entry tickets online to stroll through incredibly authentic landscapes overlooking the city.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$22 per person · Directions
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    International Rose Test Garden

    400 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205, USA
    International Rose Test Garden, Portland, OR

    Located just steps from the Japanese Garden; enjoy thousands of blooming roses with a stunning view of Mt. Hood.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr · Free · Directions

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