10 TOP Things to Do in Oregon (2026 Activity Guide)

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Things to do

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Full-Day Portland City & Gorge Waterfalls Combo Tour

P10,315

per traveler

98% of travellers recommend

Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

P5,491

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR

P5,564

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

P1,187

per traveler

Portland City Tour

P4,160

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

P1,688

per adult

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1. Crater Lake National Park

Crater Lake National Park is a natural experience that creates lifelong devotees. People fall in love with this landscape and the remarkable lake at its center. Navigate the placid waters of Crater Lake on a boat tour. Cast a fishing line into a deep reserve filled with trout and salmon. Inhale the crisp, piney air of this forested wonderland.

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2. Moda Center

Watch top sporting action, family shows and concerts by national and international artists at the Moda Center, a multi-purpose arena with a capacity for nearly 20,000 spectators. This popular venue is used for ice shows, rodeos, hockey games, conventions and more. The arena is also the home of the Portland Trail Blazers basketball team and the Portland Winterhawks, a junior ice hockey team.

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3. Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls is among the most iconic and picturesque of the many cascades decorating the tributaries that flow into the Columbia River. Icy water drops majestically from its rocky summit, which is 611 feet (186 meters) high. Leave your car in the parking lot beside the highway and walk along the scenic trail for 5 minutes to see the waterfall in all its glory.

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4. Oregon Zoo

In Washington Park, located in the West Hills not too far from Portland, visitors will find a 26-hectare zoo housing animals of all shapes and sizes. It is home to more than 1,955 animals, including 22 endangered species and 37 threatened species. It is the perfect way to spend a rainy day around Portland, as most of the exhibits offer shelter of some sort.

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5. Cannon Beach

This fourteen-kilometre stretch of beach only a two-hour drive from Portland is the perfect place for a weekend getaway. The natural beauty of Cannon Beach is one great reason to visit, but the area also boasts the ambiance of a little village and is home to a thriving arts and crafts community.

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What to do in Oregon

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Crater Lake National Park

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Come at least once to see the pristine blue water, snowy bluffs and alpine splendor of this park. Return again to immerse yourself in its beauty.

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Where to stay in Oregon

Find the best Oregon areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oregon

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Sunriver

Unique features of Sunriver include the golf courses and river views. Make a stop by Sunriver Resort Golf Course or Deschutes River while you're exploring the area.

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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.

Northeast Portland

If you're spending time in Northeast Portland, check out sights like Moda Center or The Grotto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

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Edgewater Shores

Though Edgewater Shores might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Beachside State Recreation Site and Big Stump Beach.

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Pearl District

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Powell's City of Books, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.