8 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Cannon Beach. Attractions like Timberline Lodge and Ski Area and Ecola State Park make great kid-friendly stops. Get out of town with these interesting Portland side-trips: Multnomah Falls (in Bridal Veil), Port Marina Park (in Hood River) and Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock & Oswald West State Park). Spend the 15th (Thu) exploring nature at Fort Clatsop National Memorial. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Portland Japanese Garden, take a memorable tour with Volcano Lands - Private Tours, wander the streets of Northwest (Nob Hill), and take a peaceful walk through The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother.

For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Portland online trip builder.

In August in Portland, expect temperatures between 85°F during the day and 60°F at night.