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By Citysearch Editors, Portland

Mt. Hood view from the city
Mt. Hood view from the city
From Northwest cuisine and microbrews to rivers and roses, it's easy to fall in love with Portland.

Where to Eat

  1. Jake's Famous Crawfish

    401 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR
    From crawfish and crab to steelhead and sturgeon, this Portland icon has done seafood right since 1892.

  2. Portland City Grill

    111 SW Fifth Ave 30th floor, Portland, OR
    Steak, sushi and Pan-Asian cuisine served up with one of the best views in town.

  3. Higgins Restaurant and Bar

    1239 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
    Upscale downtown bistro delivers elegantly simple Northwestern fare.

  4. Paley's Place

    1204 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR
    Creative Northwest cuisine and comfort food attract diners to this intimate, warm restaurant.

  5. Heathman Restaurant & Bar

    1001 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
    This grand dame of downtown hotel dining features fresh Northwest dishes prepared with classic French technique.

Where to Drink

  1. Brazen Bean

    2075 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR
    Lively hangout serves a lengthy list of specialty martinis and other unique concoctions.

  2. BridgePort Ale House

    3632 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR
    An upscale pub with outstanding craft beers and comforting eats.

  3. Henry's 12th Street Tavern

    10 NW 12th Ave, Portland, OR
    Half flashy bar, half upscale restaurant, this spot is a calculated hit in the historic Weinhard brewery building.

  4. Saucebox

    214 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
    Slick eatery tips the hip scale for sizzling scene and creative pan-Asian cuisine.

  5. Vault Martini Bar

    226 NW 12th Ave, Portland, OR
    This refined lounge shakes and remakes the perennially cool martini in Portland's hippest 'hood.

Where to Stay

  1. Avalon Hotel & Spa

    0455 SW Hamilton Court, Portland, OR
    This sophisticated getaway on the Wilamette River offers contemporary amenities and a luxurious spa.

  2. The Benson Hotel

    309 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
    Historic, opulent hotel in downtown hosts visiting rock stars and politicos.

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  3. Hotel Lucia

    400 SW Broadway, Portland, OR
    Fans of boutique hotels will swoon for these sleek, stylish downtown digs.

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  4. The Governor Hotel

    614 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR
    This grand hotel offers a glamorous big-city feel with a touch of homespun hospitality.

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  5. McMenamins Edgefield

    2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale, OR
    The crown jewel lodge and pub of a family-owned microbrewery empire.

Where to Relax

  1. Aequis Spa

    419 SW 11th Ave Penthouse, Portland, OR
    A cocoon of serenity and warmth, this spa specializes in ancient ayurveda treatments.

  2. Dosha Northwest

    2281 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR
    Bright, modern retreat on bustling NW Glisan features luxurious spa and salon services.

  3. Rejuvenation Day Spa

    6333 SW Macadam Ave, Portland, OR
    This comforting, peaceful oasis provides various body treatments, as well as relaxing yoga classes.

  4. Nirvana Apothecary & Day Spa

    736 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR
    Pearl District spa provides luxurious treatments in an exotic Moroccan setting.

What to See

  1. Washington Park

    2368 W Burnside St, Portland, OR
    From the Rose Test Garden to the scenic views and acres of lush grounds, it's the pinnacle of our city.

  2. Powell's City of Books

    1005 W Burnside St, Portland, OR
    Billed as the nation's largest independent bookstore, Powell's occupies an entire city block.

  3. Portland Saturday Market

    108 W Burnside St, Portland, OR
    Tarot-card readings, tamales and tunes are all under one bridge at this open market.

  4. Oregon Zoo

    4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR
    Our ever-expanding zoo has become one of the nation's finest.

  5. Portland Classical Chinese Garden

    239 NW Everett St, Portland, OR
    With its soaring trees and serene ponds, this is the place to find inner peace in Old Town.

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