4 days in Portland Itinerary

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

Explore Portland's surroundings by going to Sturgeon Viewing Pond and Interpretive Center (in Cascade Locks), Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock & Ecola State Park) and Multnomah Falls (in Bridal Veil). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at International Rose Test Garden, contemplate the waterfront views at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, get to know the resident critters at Oregon Zoo, and look for gifts at Powell's City of Books.

To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Portland online visit planner.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiport is Portland International Airport. June in Portland sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C at night.