Must Go Places while going to or in Portland, OR?
 

Hey guys,

I'm planning a trip down to Portland, Oregon and was wondering what are some must go places while driving down or when you're actually in portland? Will be going with the GF if that matters. I've already done a search and visited the thread about Seattle/Portland and there wasn't much there so I decided to post here where there is lots of traffic.

Any tips/suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks!

Voodoo Donuts - go early and prepare to wait in line that snakes around the block.

If you like Coffee, the popular joint is Stumptown Coffee.

Portland is also known for all the food stalls/trailers that are parked around parking lots downtown. Kind of like the Richmond Night Market, but all sorts of food.

I stayed at Hotel Monaco which is downtown. Excellent location, and very nice hotel. They also have a happy hour each day from 5pm-6pm, where they serve free wine and beer, with a live piano player.

Not sure if the Saturday market is open yet, but it's on the weekends under the Burnside Bridge.

Other than that, visit the Pearl District (kind of like our Yaletown) for lots of breweries and pubs.

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never been myself but

-shopping of course at the outlets
-the beach (long beach?) is supposed to be quite nice
-i would watch the pacific northwest episode of no reservations and go where tony went lol...maybe other food shows too (diners drive ins and dives?)

http://www.travelchannel.com/TV_Show...t.map#listings

leroys bbq is good
waffle window
screen door
cannon beach is good, goonies was filmed there

dune buggy rides? Portland is pretty famous for their dunes.

shopping since there is no Tax. I went there a couple years ago and it's really neat just to walk around down town since everything is so close. As well the night scene is awesome with a gastown style atmosphere with real neat bars.

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Screen door is good, Pok Pok for thai food, Porque No for some BOMB mexican food. The drinks are really strong there too if you're into that kinda thing.

qft

Went here, totally worth it.

Another vote for the sand dunes, if you plan on traveling a little further than portland

sand dunes for sure

http://www.ridetheoregondunes.com/location.html

http://sandlaketsunamiatvrental.com/index.htm

The sand dunes is actually pretty far away from Portland. It's one hell of a drive.

When are you going? Drop by COBB Surgeline on may 3rd after 10am and you'll see me there :)
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Spelunking?

I guess you can go to the sea lion cave?

Was just there for the weekend.

-Voodoo Doughnuts in downtown is under renovations. Go check out their other location in Portland.

-Stayed at the Avalon Hotel & Spa; Priceline/Hotwire it. It's the only one in the "SW Waterfront Portland" area. 4 star boutique hotel.

-I prefer shopping in the actual malls like Pioneer Place. They have pretty good sales too and newer styles than the outlets.

-Checked out the Multnomah Falls too. Nice little place with trails and stuff. Pretty busy though.

Is it true what they say about OR home of the other white meat. Being fat white chix?

I'm in Portland for the weekend and we're staying at the Crowne Plaza near the convention centre. Good location, nice rooms, and right off the I-5.

Go to Woodburn outlets, Bridgeport Village, and Washington Square. As for eats, try brunch at Tasty 'n Sons and dinner at Pok Pok. Also check out http://www.foodcartsportland.com/ for reviews and info on the food carts located throughout the city.

To the OP, try using Priceline! Using Priceline, I stayed at Hilton Garden Inn at Portland/Lake Oswego for 3 nights, $50 each night. Free parking and free wi-fi. No free breakfast though. It's not in downtown Portland - about 10-15 minutes away.

Unfortunately, yes. I was just in Portland 10 days ago, and tons of fat white chicks... :cry:

hey, fat chicks need some lovin too. they are people after all...

Hotel: priceline. Airport area is the cheapest with free parking.
Shopping: all mentioned above
Activities: there's nothing really with the city. Sand dunes are a few hours away.

I Just usually shop and buy tires at portland. Lol
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Voodoo doughnuts is the best doughnut shop in the world.