Portland's First Thursday art walks are vibrant and eclectic, transforming the city's streets into a dynamic open-air gallery every first Thursday of the month, showcasing a diverse array of local artists and fostering a sense of community engagement with the arts.
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The oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest, housing an expansive collection of European, American, Native American, and contemporary art. The museum spans two buildings and includes the NW Film Center. It frequently hosts traveling exhibitions and art events.
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Burnside Skatepark in Portland is a legendary DIY (do-it-yourself) skatepark, renowned globally for its raw and unique urban aesthetic, attracting skateboarders with its challenging terrain and vibrant subculture.
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The Multnomah Central Library in Portland is a dynamic community hub and architectural landmark, providing a vast collection of books, digital resources, and a welcoming space for learning and engagement.
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Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland is a picturesque urban oasis, stretching along the Willamette River, offering a scenic escape with lush green spaces, jogging paths, and iconic views of the city skyline and bridges.
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Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland is a bustling urban plaza, often referred to as the city's living room, where locals and visitors converge amidst brick pathways, cascading fountains, and vibrant events, creating a vibrant hub in the heart of downtown.
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Portland's Japanese Garden is a tranquil and meticulously designed oasis, where lush greenery, serene ponds, and traditional architecture harmonize to create a peaceful retreat that encapsulates the beauty and tranquility of Japanese landscape and culture
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Portland's Rose Garden, officially known as the International Rose Test Garden, is a breathtaking and fragrant haven, showcasing over 10,000 roses of various varieties against the backdrop of the stunning city skyline and Mount Hood, offering visitors a serene and picturesque escape
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A renowned farmers market held year-round each Saturday on the Park Blocks at Portland State University. Dozens of local farmers and food vendors offer fresh produce, artisan cheeses, baked goods, flowers, and more under a canopy of trees – a community gathering that celebrates Oregon’s bounty
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The nation’s largest continuously operating open-air arts and crafts market . Held every Saturday (and Sunday) March through December in Waterfront Park, it features local artisans selling handmade crafts, artwork, jewelry, clothing, and food. It’s not just a shopping experience but a cultural event with live music and food carts, embodying Portland’s creative spirit.
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An authentic Ming Dynasty-style garden built by artisans from Suzhou, China – it’s a tranquil oasis in Old Town Chinatown. Inside the walled garden, you’ll find meticulously landscaped plants, a koi pond, bridges, a tea house, and ornate pavilions that offer a peaceful escape reflecting 16th-century Chinese culture
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A museum dedicated to Oregon’s history, featuring interactive exhibits and an extensive artifact collection that tell the state’s stories from early Indigenous cultures to modern times. Notable is the immense Oregon history mural outside and the research library.
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