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1. Laurelhurst Park, Portland

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Urban park on the east side of the Willamette River. A 32-acre green space filled with trees, picnic lawns, walking routes, and a large pond that is home to native, and migratory, ducks.

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2. Rontoms, Portland

Rontoms Outdoor

Cozy indoor-outdoor space part sheltered by an imposing angular wooden deck. Catch their Sunday Sessions for live local music. Rontoms is a real crowd-puller.

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3. Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Portland

Oregon Shakespeare Festival The Stage

For a number of years after its inception in 1935 Oregon Shakespeare Festival only staged Shakespearean plays. They have since expanded to include a mix of classics, musicals, and world-premiere plays across their three theaters 🎭.

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4. Fried Egg I'm in Love, Portland

Fried Egg I'M In Love Eggs

Casual, quirky eatery with a focus on varieties of egg sandwiches. Try the Yolko Ono, their signature dish, which does the basics well: a fried egg, pesto, parmesan, and a house-made sausage patty.

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5. Salt and Straw, Portland

Salt and Straw Avocado

Previously a local spot, now nationally recognized. Ice cream with curious flavors, like strawberry honey balsamic with black pepper 🤯. Something different, well worth the visit, usually has a line.

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6. Council Crest Park, Portland

Council Crest Park Mountain

Being the highest point in Portland, Council Crest Park offers panoramic views of the city, as well as Mount Hood. The rolling hills and forestland are a perfect spot to enjoy nature. Best during sunrise or sunset.

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7. Astoria, Portland

Astoria (Northern Oregon Coast) Ocean

As the setting for The Goonies, a trip to Astoria comes recommended for movie fans. Regardless of its film-fame, the town is lush with greenery and lined with charming Victorian houses. Also, admire the Columbia River estuary.

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8. Lardo, Portland

Grilled mortadella sandwich with a fantastic cheese pull

Sandwich shop but so much more. Lardo proudly celebrates excess with menu known for their fried chicken sandwich and craft beers on tap.

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9. Portland City Grill, Portland

Portland City Grill Dinner

Portland's highest restaurant. Enjoy tender meat and seafood grills alongside an unmatched view of the city. Also a popular happy hour destination - a more affordable way to experience the Portland skyline.

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10. Portland Winter Light Festival, Portland

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The city comes alight in new and exciting ways as pop-up installations adorn the streets, window-fronts, and businesses. It makes for a great way of exploring the city, for tourists and locals alike. Usually in February.

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11. Prost!, Portland

Prost! Hot Dog

Authentic German beers served here. Food-carts and a giant boot of draft beer, your choice.

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12. Portland Saturday Market, Portland

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A weekly trove of local arts and crafts sold by local and non-local vendors. From homemade delicacies, to trinkets and artworks. Converse with the vendors whilst perusing the goods.

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13. Lauretta Jean's, Portland

Chocolate Chess Pie

Bakery-café that boasts breakfast pastries, pies, cookies, and sandwiches. Though, the menu does not stop at breakfast and baked goods - caters to brunch, lunch, and cocktails. Visit during happy hour to pair cocktails with a sweet slice.

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14. International Rose Test Garden, Portland

International Rose Test Garden Portland

The oldest official rose test garden in the States - with over 10,000 rose bushes of ~650 varieties. Though the rose garden is an inspiring sight, other parts of the wider Washington Park area are also worth a wander.

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15. Mount Hood , Portland

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A dormant volcano 🌋 covered in snow that makes for great ski trips, climbing, and hiking 🏔️. One of the most prominent views from Portland. Serious skiers can choose from six ski areas, including Timberline and Meadows.

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16. Cannon Beach, Portland

Cannon Beach (Northern Oregon Coast) Sky

A picturesque little city that has all the makings of the perfect coastal gem: miles of sandy beaches, home-industry stores and cafes, and unique boutiques in the city centre. Of course, with a general laid-back, relaxed vibe to boot.

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17. Portland Night Market, Portland

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The go-to to discover the city's small-time businesses in the artisan craft space - from baked goods, to jewelry, little trinkets, and exciting food trucks.

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18. Columbia River Gorge, Portland

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An absolutely spectacular natural wonder that offers so many spots for hiking, biking, wind sports, and water sports. The view points and waterfalls make for amazing photo opportunities too 📸. Make a day of it.

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19. McMenamins Kennedy School, Portland

McMenamins Kennedy School Front

A novel concept: a former elementary school converted into a three-star hotel. Has retained some of the buildings academic features. The quirks extend into the 57 bedrooms, each of which are emblazoned with a unique painting.

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20. Harlow, Portland

Harlow Bowl

Friendly service alongside superb vegan and vegetarian dishes. Go for the Farmers Vegetable Scramble with their chipotle cashew hollandaise - pair it with a smoothie or cold press. Located on Hawthorne Boulevard - a main thoroughfare.

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21. Master Kong, Portland

Master Kong's Food

No bells and whistles, just damn good Chinese dishes. A family-run business that has won, and been nominated for, various awards within the Portland area. Order anything on the menu, but make sure to pair it with the sesame garlic sauce.

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22. Prince Coffee, Portland

Prince Coffee Portland

A chic multi-roast coffee spot in the Beaumont neighborhood of Northeast Portland. Artisan baristas that also sell specialized brewing equipment for home use. The homemade stroopwafels are worth a buy, too.

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23. Por Que No, Portland

Por Que No Tacos

Eclectic taqueria serving Mexican favorites 🌮. Whatever you have, complement it with a refreshing agua fresca (the pineapple, passion fruit, and mint is delicious) or a margarita if you're feeling festive 🍹.

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24. Breakside Brewery, Portland

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Great spot to go to get familiar with the best local craft beers 🍻. While you knock a few back you can also enjoy classic American dishes that are generous in portion. The carnivore mac and cheese is a must-try.

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25. Expatriate, Portland

Cocktail bar

A perfect date night spot with unique cocktails and "elevated" bar food. They serve brunch as well.

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26. Screen Door, Portland

Chicken and waffles

Southern specialties and baked goods. Two locations in PDX.

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27. Peninsula Park, Portland

Peninsula Park Portland

A 16-acre public park in the Portland neighborhood of Piedmont. Opened in 1909, Peninsula Park became the city's first public rose garden. Contains over 5000 roses, alongside playgrounds, sports facilities, and ample picnic spaces.

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28. Northwest District, Portland

Northwest Portland Apartment

Portland's Northwest District hosts tree-lined streets, forested parks, high-end boutiques, and some of the city's best eateries. 23rd Avenue and the tranquil Lan Su Chinese Garden are neighborhood standouts.

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29. Bend, Portland

Bend (Central Oregon) Mountain

The three hour drive is well worth it to experience the pristine views, crisp fresh air, and all the outdoor activities this little town has to offer 🗻🏕️🌄. Think glassy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, and mountain trails galore.

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30. Pine Street Market, Portland

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Housed in the Carriage & Baggage Building, the Pine Street Market offers a variety of some of the best food options in the city, plus a laidback, welcoming vibe 🍻.

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31. Forest Park, Portland

Forest Park Nature

It's hard to believe this lush expanse of forest is just outside of downtown 🌲. There's a wide variety of walking and hiking trails for all levels following the contour of the Tualatin Mountains, some of them also great for biking 🚵🏼.

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32. Carioca Bowls, Portland

Carioca Bowls Bowls

Choose from their colorful selection of house favorite of açai bowls, or build your own. Don't leave without trying the Brazilian cheese bread 🍞.

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33. Coava Coffee Roasters, Portland

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A magnet for caffeine seekers, Coava Coffee was started as a passion project by founder Matt Higgins - a passion that has arguably resulted in some of the finest blends in the city. Set within an industrial-styled space.

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34. Eem, Portland

Eem Food

Bringing Thai cuisine and burnt-end barbecue together - Eem is the brainchild of award-winning chefs Earl Nimson, Matt Vicedomini, and Eric Nelson. The restaurant has taken Portland by storm. Take on any one of their hybrid dishes.

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35. Hunnymilk, Portland

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Hunnymilk is one of the best brunch spots in Portland with an optional fixed menu and clever cocktail list. Customers can order 1 drink, 1 savory, and 1 sweet dish to complete their meal. No reservations so get there early.

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36. Kachka, Portland

Eastern European specialties.

Restaurant with a Russian-inspired menu and house-made infused vodkas - try flavors like sea buckthorn berry, earl grey, or horseradish. Kachka also has a deli for purchasing imported pantry items, charcuterie, and Eastern European wines.

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37. Kex, Portland

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Considered a Portland "budget" option - Kex is tastefully designed and stands out among price-conscious hotels. Fun little bar that provides a nice social outlet in addition to a sauna that's a tribute to Icelandic roots.

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38. Matt's BBQ Tacos, Portland

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One of the joints responsible for Portland's reputation as having the best Texas BBQ scene outside of Texas. Besides the tenderly-made meat, part of the secret is in their house-made lard infused flour or vegan corn tortillas 🌮.

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39. Nong's Khao Man Gai, Portland

Nong's Khao Man Gai Food

As expected, Khao Man Gai is the dish to order here. Nong's Khao Man Gai has achieved success through perfecting the eponymous dish of chicken and rice - a vision inspired by restaurants in Thailand.

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40. Pine State Biscuits, Portland

Table spread including pop tarts, sandwiches, and French toast.

Bringing Southeast biscuit sandwiches to the Northwest.

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41. Pip's Original, Portland

Pip's Original Donuts

Known for both its fried-to-order mini doughnuts and homemade, family-recipe chai. Seasonal flavors can be viewed and ordered in-store. Pip's secret menu also changes according to each new seasonal flavors.

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42. Portland Japanese Garden, Portland

Portland Japanese Garden Shadow

With 5.5 acres of waterfalls, koi ponds, and lush greenery, this is one of the city's most tranquil spots. Umami Café, the garden's tea house, also offers sweeping views of the surroundings and Mount Hood, but it's best to book in advance.

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43. Powell's, Portland

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Powell's takes up a whole city block, and holds over a million hard copies. Hardcore bibliophiles may need a day to take in the full gambit of this experience, which includes 10 color-coded rooms as part of its organizing system 📚.

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44. Swan Dive, Portland

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It's been described as a "Michelin Star Dive Bar". Swan Dive is a collaborative effort from a few of Portland's best tastemakers.

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45. Bite Into Maine, Portland

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Vintage Airstream and park-side carts sling fresh Maine lobster dressed in hot butter or creative flavored mayos. Flights of mini rolls and hot chowder are made for eating outside with a cold local beer.

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46. The Highroller Lobster Co., Portland

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Loud, high-energy diner with a retro red-and-white design. Fresh lobster is piled onto brioche rolls, served with a choice of creative house-made sauces like jalapeño mayo and lobster ghee.

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47. Luncheonette, Portland

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Deli case packed with inventive salads, sandwiches on house-made sourdough, and seasonal pies. The chef-run scratch kitchen has a small dining room and a quiet patio out back.

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48. Bar Diane, Portland

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Intimate natural wine bar tucked into a Northwest alleyway. Sparkling pours and fresh oysters fill the secluded garden patio and candlelit interior.

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49. Hey Luigi Cocktail & Pasta Bar, Portland

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Moody Italian bar dedicated to the aperitivo tradition–classic cocktails and snacks like anchovy toast. The menu expands to imported pastas, served late in a dimly lit, plant-filled room ideal for a date night.

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50. Botto’s BBQ, Portland

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Texas-style craft barbecue joint running three massive offset smokers out front. The counter line builds early for low-and-slow brisket and jalapeño cheddar sausage, all sliced to order until the daily supply runs out.

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