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Man riding bike near bridge in Portland
Man riding bike near bridge in Portland

An overview of attractions and things to do in the Portland and Southwest Washington areas including the arts, sports, golf, parks, water recreation, places to shop, dine, and sip, as well as a multitude of fun things to do for the whole family.

5 Portland Area Dining Guides

5 Portland Area Dining Guides

You can always count a new must-eat restaurant or two to crop up in casual conversation but here are a few local guides to do some research of your own.

YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE

for an easier relocation to Portland and Southwest Washington, simplified by our research

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YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE

for an easier relocation to Portland and Southwest Washington, simplified by our research

Biking in Portland

Biking in Portland

With elaborate bike paths a week-long ride and its strong biking community Portland is a great place to get your wheels spinning.

Portland Parks

Portland Parks

Tree huggers unite! The region’s parks will pull you in where you’ll discover thousands of acres of enchanting scenery around every corner.

Portland Area Hiking

Portland Area Hiking

Hikers cross the globe find the Beaver State impressive in its variety and magnitude of walking and hiking trails.

Celebrating America in Portland

Celebrating America in Portland

Celebrating America in Portland on the 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, is a major American holiday that goes far beyond the dazzling fireworks displays...

Budget-Friendly Fun in Portland

Budget-Friendly Fun in Portland

Budget-friendly fun in Portland is easy to find, especially during the summer when the city comes alive with free and low-cost activities. The sun is shining, the days...

Bike-Friendly Portland

Bike-Friendly Portland

There are many ways to travel throughout the Portland area even if you don’t have a car of your own.

Fishing in Portland

Fishing in Portland

The Pacific Northwest is the source of two of the tastiest fish in the world—salmon and halibut. Here are ten fishing hot spots to get you started.

Portland Best City for Dog Walks

Portland Best City for Dog Walks

Portland best city for dog walks means that newcomers and their furry friends can explore a city designed with pups in mind. Moving to Portland with a dog? You’re in...

PLAN YOUR MOVE

You’ve made the decision to move to Portland, congrats! Dive deeper and find out why this area is so great.