South Waterfront
Portland
Visit South Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Portland Aerial Tram
Enjoy a trip to Portland Aerial Tram and popular activities like biking in Portland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your visit to Portland. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its biking trails.
Things to do
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Top hotels in South Waterfront
The Paramount Hotel
"it was nice"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
"Staff was super helpful; I arrived hours before check-in, and they let me store my baggage at the front desk. Room was clean and A/C was great, there were a couple of spots in the bathroom that seemed a little run down, but just normal wear and tear."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
"Fast and easy check in, helpful staff. Clean,"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Dossier Hotel
"Only stayed one night, the staff was friendly, the bed was comfy and breakfast at the Bistro was delicious"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
"The room was pleasant and we had a quiet, pleasant rest!"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
"No convenient self parking & valet is $52."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Waterfront
South Portland
Portland Aerial Tram and Willamette River are top sights in South Portland, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop to see more sights in the area.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.
Central Eastside
While you're in Central Eastside, take in top sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Hopscotch Portland and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Sellwood-Moreland
Well-liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
