Southwest Portland
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
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.
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.
Portland Japanese Garden
Waterfalls, flowers, and tranquillity can all be found in this authentic, idyllic Japanese garden in Portland.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland with a stop at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Providence Park
Catch an event at Providence Park, and enjoy other activities in Portland such as biking. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Southwest Portland
The Paramount Hotel
"Clean room"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
"Great service and valet staff were super nice and efficient. Quality of room was outstanding and all processes was quick and easy."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
"Breakfast was really great. Love the omelette station. Staff was friendly especially the valet team. They are very kind and professional. Parking is pretty expensive $65 per night. Location was great. Some characters on the street but just mind your own business and keep your head on a swivel. MUJI ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
"Had a great experience with the Mark Spencer hotel. From check in to check out everything went so smooth. They allowed me to check in early. Helped me with my luggage. Staff was super friendly. Room was very clean and plenty comfortable. The gym room could use a little help but that’s not a huge ..."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Dossier Hotel
"Great overall, especially for the price."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
"The outside BQ area needs to be tended to. I had to clean it myself. It had not been cleaned in awhile. Other then that it was very nice."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Portland
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.
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.
Goose Hollow
If you're spending time in Goose Hollow, check out sights like Providence Park or Makah Cultural and Research Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Goose Hollow-SW Jefferson Street Station or Kings Hill-SW Salmon Street Station.
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.
Central Eastside
While you're in Central Eastside, take in top sights like Grand Central or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, and hop on the metro to see more the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Nob Hill
While you're in Nob Hill, take in top sights like Trevett-Nunn House or Mission Theater, and hop on the metro to see more the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Lovejoy & 22nd Stop.
