Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Portland

Portland, US
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Highlights

  • Explore the cultural scene at Pioneer Square
  • Learn about the rich history of entrepreneurship in Portland
  • Discover the vibrant community of local artists and craftspeople
  • Hear fascinating stories of the powerful figures in the Arlington Club
  • Escape the city hustle and relax in the peaceful Shemanski Park

Meeting Point

Your starting location is the front steps of the Pioneer Courthouse on SW 6th Avenue in Downtown Portland!

Meeting point

202 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97204 , United States

End point

End Point

Our tour concludes near the Portland Saturday Market on the banks of the Willamette River.

Meeting point

2 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Pioneer Courthouse

We start our tour in the heart of Portland at this landmark from another age when Oregon was less colonized and this city was merely an outpost of the fledgling United States.

Duration 5 minutes
2

Pioneer Courthouse Square

Step across the street and explore Pioneer Square - one of the hearts of the cultural scene in Portland and only created because of a pair of boots.

Duration 5 minutes
3

Columbia Sportswear

Learn about the rich history of outdoorsmanship in Portland and an immigrant success story of entrepreneurship, innovation, and local passion.

Duration 5 minutes
4

John Helmer Haberdasher

We love local crafts, and these folks are no exception - learn about the history of the arts and crafts movement in Portland and the rich community of local craftspeople and artists in this city, whether hats, ceramics, or photography.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Arlington Club

While you cannot enter this secretive organization, know that the power brokers of Portland are well and alive in the Arlington Club - we'll tell you the stories of some of the most astonishing.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
6

Rebecca at the Well Shemanski Fountain

Most pioneer cities are made of involved and contributing citizens who form the fabric of early Portland - Shemanski was one of those and this gift to the city in the heart of the park and this shady grove is a respite from the hustle of the city.

Duration 4 minutes
7

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Robberies, intrigue, and ghosts - all classic stories for an old theater - this one is full of all with Wild West robberies and impressive renovations to restore the theater to its former glory.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
8

Portlandia

No, this is not the TV show - though it is the inspiration for the name! A controversial architectural style and three-story sculpture that rivals the Statue of Liberty highlight the quirkiness of Portland.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
9

Salmon Street Springs

Welcome to the river that created Portland - the Willamette. This fountain honors that history and the role that water played in the founding of the city with a rich tradition of seafaring.

Duration 5 minutes
10

Mill Ends Park

The smallest park in the world - Guinness Records approved. Mill Ends has a fun story about how this park came to be and what the future holds.

Duration 5 minutes
11

Morrison Bridge

Portland has many nicknames - one is the City of Bridges - in part due to the role the river plays in connected the two sides of this city and the city to the river to the sea - as such, they've pioneered many new technologies that make our modern cities work, this bridge included.

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Wandering Tours

What our experts say

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    Start at Pioneer Courthouse steps.
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    Check out nearby food trucks for lunch.
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    Visit the Portland Saturday Market nearby.
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    Bring comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Explore the arts district after the tour.

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