Once its own city, the St. John’s neighborhood, surrounded by two rivers, is a nature lover’s dream detached from Portland. The best local shops, coffee and breakfast places, restaurants, homes, movie theaters, and parks give this area a unique small-town vibe with wonderful food options. Walking down the streets lined with old houses of intriguing architecture, you’ll reach the stunning St. John’s Bridge, often compared to San Francisco’s Golden Gate.

City map of places.