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    Half Day Portland City Tour

    See Portland's parks, neighborhoods, and Aerial Tram in a 3-hour tour

    From$84

    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Bottled water, Aerial Tram admission

    Highlights

    Experience Portland's parks, gardens, and neighborhoods on a half-day city tour. Ride the Portland Aerial Tram, enjoy scenic views, and visit historic sites.

    • Stroll Washington Park at the Rose Garden or Hoyt Arboretum
    • Take in city views at Pittock Mansion grounds
    • Ride the Portland Aerial Tram to Marquam Hill
    • Explore downtown, Pearl District, Nob Hill, NW 23rd
    • Pass landmarks like Powell's Books and Providence Park
    • Enjoy a narrated tour with bottled water

    What's Included

    • Bottled water
    • Fully narrated tour
    • Admission for the Portland Aerial Tram

    Things to know

    Children 7 years and younger must use an appropriate child seat per Oregon law. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Stops may be substituted based on season or closures, such as visiting Hoyt Arboretum when roses are not in bloom.

    FAQs

    Is admission to the Portland Aerial Tram included?
    Yes, admission is included.

    Will there be refreshments offered on the tour?
    Complimentary bottled water will be available throughout the tour.

    Will there be opportunities to stop and take pictures?
    Yes, there are pre-planned stops and we try to accommodate requests when possible.

    What should I wear?
    Oregon weather can be unpredictable; bring a rain jacket and wear layers. Umbrellas will be available on the tour.

    What kind of vehicle will we be traveling in?
    Premium, high-roofed passenger vans with oversized, panoramic windows.

    How much walking is required on this tour?
    Each main stop includes a leisurely stroll at your own pace, with benches typically available.

    Cancellation policy

    Notify 24 hours or more before the tour start time for a full refund. No refund within 24 hours of the start time. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Experience provided by Wildwood Adventures
    Experience provided by Wildwood Adventures

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    $84.53

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    5.0 stars• 278 reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    278 reviews•Google Maps

    Visitors consistently rave about the exceptional guides who make these tours memorable. Names like Aaron, Patrick, Daniel, Mel, and Joe come up repeatedly, with reviewers praising their deep knowledge of Pacific Northwest history, botany, and geology. The guides strike that perfect balance of being informative without lecturing, entertaining without being over the top, and genuinely caring about each guest's experience. Multiple reviewers mention feeling like they got a college education's worth of local knowledge in a single day. The tours themselves cover stunning territory, from the Oregon Coast to Columbia River Gorge waterfalls to Mount Hood. Guests appreciate the comfortable vehicles, relaxed pacing at most stops, and the guides' willingness to accommodate photo requests and bathroom breaks. Solo travelers felt looked after, elderly visitors received extra help, and even tours plagued by rain and fog became highlights thanks to the guides' enthusiasm and flexibility. One small note: the half-day waterfall tour feels rushed to some, with only 10-15 minutes at each stop, which doesn't leave much time to truly soak in the scenery or grab coffee at the gift shops.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I took the Pacific Coast Tour from Portland. My tour guided picked me up promptly at my hotel. We drove to the coast as our tour guide Joe narrated information about the area that we were driving through. We stopped at a rest area on the way to the coast. We stopped at several beaches, including Haystack Rock. Our hour lunch stop was at Canon Beach with several options for food or shopping on your own. Cute gift and candy shops are all a short walk. We also stopped at Short Sands Trail, walking through an old growth forest to the stunning views of the ocean beach. It was a beautiful walk and beach. Joe was helpful with any questions. Our group was 10 people. I was a solo female, and I felt safe on this trip. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting a relaxing daytime to the ocean from Portland.

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    Kathy

    July 27, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I took the Pacific Coast Tour from Portland. My tour guided picked me up promptly at my hotel. We drove to the coast as our tour guide Joe narrated information about the area that we were driving through. We stopped at a rest area on the way to the coast. We stopped at several beaches, including Haystack Rock. Our hour lunch stop was at Canon Beach with several options for food or shopping on your own. Cute gift and candy shops are all a short walk. We also stopped at Short Sands Trail, walking through an old growth forest to the stunning views of the ocean beach. It was a beautiful walk and beach. Joe was helpful with any questions. Our group was 10 people. I was a solo female, and I felt safe on this trip. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting a relaxing daytime to the ocean from Portland.

    Photo of Kathy

    Kathy

    July 27, 2025

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