Best Tours to get to Know Portland

Learn everything you need to know about Portland on a cool city tour

It’s been said that the best tours are the ones that fit your budget and schedule. To that we add “and let you see the city like you couldn’t on your own.” From expert guides and self-guided adventures to off-the-beaten-path tours, we have some very cool recs for you to get a taste of Portland.

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Portland: Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Beer Tasting

Portland

Take a tour of the haunted Shanghai Tunnels, a group of underground passages underneath Portland’s Chinatown. Complete your experience with 3 tasters and 1 pint of famous Portland craft beer.

  • cultural
  • historic
  • educational
  • interesting
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Portland: Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Morning Tour

Portland

Drive the scenic Columbia River Highway on a 3.5-hour tour to beautiful waterfalls, and visit sites such as the Portland Women’s Forum, Crown Point Vista House, Latourell Falls, and Multnomah Falls.

  • scenic
  • aquatic
  • beautiful
  • views
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Essential Portland: 2-Hour Guided Bike Tour

Davis Portland

Hit the road and explore the sights and streets of Portland like a local on this guided bike tour. Visit Old Town, pedal the Waterfront Esplanade, cruise the Green Park Block and Pearl District with experienced guides and comfortable rides.

  • bike
  • explore
  • discover
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Portland: Food Carts, Pods, & Patios Tour

Portland

Find out what the food cart hype is about in food cart capital of the world. On this walking tour you’ll discover global food & drinks, and learn fun history in this off-the-beaten-path neighborhood.

  • foodie
  • treatyourself
  • fun
Arts & Culture

Portland: Ghosts, Poltergeists, and Psychopaths Walking Tour

Portland

Take an eerie evening walking tour around Portland, visiting locations that have been made famous by paranormal researchers, television programs, and nationally recognized “Top Ten Most Haunted” lists.

  • haunted
  • spooky
  • explore
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Portland, Oregon: Soul of the City Walking Tour

Portland

Explore the cultural district and park blocks of Portland on this walking tour. Discover what makes Portland walkable, passionate, and full of activism with your certified tour guide.

  • explore
  • discover
  • walk

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