Portland Oregon USA Vacation Rentals

The city of Portland, Oregon has a number of nicknames but the most common one is "The City of Roses." Located on the Willamette River, Portland is a perfect getaway for city lovers, nature buffs and skiers. Just like the distinction between different areas of Portland you can easily find a vacation rental in downtown or one on the outskirts only steps to the beach. You will be surprised at what you will find at the Pacific Northwest´s best secret in and around Portland.

Portland Highlights

A popular outing for enjoying miles of nature in the city happens in Washington Park and Zoo. The park features more than 7,000 roses bushes and this accounts for Portland´s nickname, The City of Roses."

Those who enjoy museums are in luck. The Portland Art Museum, Oregon History Center, the Portland Children's Museum and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) will appease that thirst for knowledge.

The culture scene in Portland just keeps getting better and better with stage shows in all of the performing arts. You´ll find live theater either at the Portland Center Stage or any of the 20+ stages around town. Classical music lovers can secure tickets for the Portland Baroque Orchestra or Portland Opera Company.

View the historic Oregon City waterfront, skyline, bridges and as well as the majestic Willamette Falls with a two-hour waterways excursion aboard a jet boat. If you fancy ice skating, Portland has a rink located in Oregon’s largest mall, Lloyd Center Mall.

Portland Transportation
The trolley runs about every 13 minutes and is indeed free as long as you stay in the "fareless" zone. Pick up a free trolley map that is available most anywhere you stop.  Tri-Met is the city's efficient public transportation system, and preferable to driving when exploring small neighborhoods in the city limits. The TriMet system in the Portland metro area provides bus, light rail and commuter rail services.

Portland´s Nearby Points of Interest

Within an easy drive of downtown Portland you can enjoy the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. If you drive the entire national scenic area, you must visit Mount Hood. Be sure to take a jacket since it may be snowing there even in July at the summit. Oregon has a spectacular coastline, and it's all free to the public. You can stop and walk on the beach. While Oregon is renowned for its fabulous Pinot Noirs, so a tour to the wineries is in order. Bring back a few bottles to your vacation rental. Serve it with some cheese you picked up at the Tillamook Cheese Factory.

Portland Dining

For scrumptious food, Portland offers the freshest right from the garden leafy greens, brightest tomatoes, and the distinguishable spices in any restaurant’s recipes. Or hit upon the famous Portland Farmers Market, "bringing the best of the country to the heart of the city." Stock up your favorite products and you can eat in at your vacation rental.

Try the many dining options along the Columbia River with the majestic Mt. Hood as your backdrop. Enjoy fresh Northwest seafood with the likes of Dungeness crab, salmon and fabulous chowders. There are diverse choices for restaurants in many neighborhoods, such as those found in the newer Mississippi area, Southeast Hawthorne, and the trendy Pearl District. They are only a short Tri-Met ride away.