Start your day by going to Voodoo Doughnut, known for their unique and delicious doughnuts, which make for the perfect breakfast treat. Take a quick 15-minute walk to Pioneer Courthouse Square, also known as Portland's "living room" and take in the sights of the city center. For lunch, head over to Jakes Famous Crawfish in downtown Portland and indulge in their seafood menu. After lunch, explore the beauty of the International Rose Test Garden, located in Washington Park which boasts over 10,000 roses. The garden offers guided tours and is open from dawn to dusk all year round. Finally, finish the day with a unique dinner experience at Portland City Grill, located on the 30th floor of the U.S. Bancorp Tower with an amazing panoramic view of the city.
Begin your day by taking a 15-minute drive to Forest Park, which is located just outside of downtown Portland. Get a hiking trail map, and spend the morning exploring the 5,200-acre park. For lunch, head to Le Pigeon, a well-known restaurant that focuses on serving French-inspired dishes. After lunch, head to Portland Art Museum, which is open seven days a week to the public and has a collection of more than 42,000 works of art. After the museum, make your way to Oregon Zoo, which is home to over 2,000 animals including elephants, tigers, and bears. Finish off the day by grabbing dinner at Tasty n Alder, which serves up American and Israeli-inspired dishes.
For this itinerary, it is recommended to rent a car or use ride-sharing services for faster and easier transportation between sites. The cost of renting a car in Portland is roughly $35-50 per day, and ride-sharing services for the entire itinerary are estimated at around $70-100.
If you have more time, consider visiting other notable attractions like Powell's City of Books or the Lan Su Chinese Garden. For those with less time, consider choosing one or two attractions per day and adding additional meals at various restaurants located throughout the city.
Portland International Airport (PDX) is the primary airport servicing the city, located roughly 9 miles northeast of downtown Portland. PDX serves as the hub for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air and is within close proximity to hotels and various forms of transportation.