Portland Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Portland
Where is it located?: Portland is located in the north-eastern corner of Oregon, on the boarder of Washington, on the west coast.
Why do people go there?: Unfortunately, Portland isn’t generally a stop in and of itself, although given that BnA has its HQ here, we think it should be. Most people hit up P-town on their way between San Fran and Seattle. Don’t worry; the famous Saturday Market, beautiful Japanese and test rose gardens, laid-back feel and easy-to-navigate-public-transportation make it worth it.
How do travelers get there?: Most take the train or bus from San Fran of Seattle – rumor has it the train it better. You can also fly, if you wish.
Currency: US Dollar
City Code: 503/971
Population: 600,000
Languages: English
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Arbor Lodge, East Columbia, Portsmouth,Goose Hollow, Linnton, Concordia, Madison SouthWoodlawn, Lloyd Center, Arnold Creek Markham, Brentwood DarlingtonCentennial
Attractions: The Saturday Market, International Test Rose Gardens, Art Galleries
Accommodations: Portland Hostels
Tourist Office: http://www.pova.com/
Off-the-beaten-path: McMenamin brothers, Sauvie’s Island, Forest Park, Mill Ends Park
Health Issues: None
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Summer is the best time to see the sun and explore everything PDX and its surroundings have to offer.
City Specific Events: Unique Animal & Expo Fair, Spring Beer & Wine Fest, Cinco De Mayo Fiesta, Portland Rose Festival, Portland Rose Festival, Holiday Ale Festival, Annual Pumpkin Festival, Mt. Hood Jazz Festival, Allstate Festival of Balloons
How to get around?: Take your pick – there’s the MAX lightrail, the Portland streetcar, an extensive bus system and the city is considered the most bike-friendly in the country.
Good to know: Portland is known as the City of Roses because of its many rose gardens.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Portland is the Portland International Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Portland travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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1 comment on this article I am not sure who writes for you but your facts are errored and someone did not spell check..
Portland in located on the Columbia River on the Western side of the state 90 ish miles in from the ocean.
What you described here located at the northeastern side of the state is dry land and a town called Joseph.
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