Explore Portland on a 3-Hour City Tour & Tram Ride
See Portland highlights by van, with a ride on the Portland Aerial Tram
Duration
3 hours
Includes
Water, narrated tour, tram
Highlights
Discover Portland on a narrated half-day city tour that mixes parks, neighborhoods, and skyline views. Ride the Portland Aerial Tram and explore key stops, with the route adjusted for weather and seasonal closures.
- Explore downtown Portland, the Park Blocks, and Pioneer Courthouse Square
- Stop at the International Rose Test Garden or visit Hoyt Arboretum when roses aren’t in bloom
- Walk the Pittock Mansion grounds and gardens (exterior only)
- Ride the Portland Aerial Tram from South Waterfront to Marquam Hill
- Pass through Nob Hill, NW 23rd Avenue, and the Pearl District near Powell’s City of Books
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Fully narrated tour
- Admission for the Portland Aerial Tram
Things to know
This tour is not accessible for wheelchair users. Children 7 and under must have an appropriate child seat. Gratuity is not included; a 20% tip is suggested.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund if you notify us 24 hours or more before your tour start time. No refund less than 24 hours. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
FAQs
Yes, admission is included.
Complimentary bottled water will be available throughout the tour.
Yes, there are pre-planned stops and we try to accommodate requests when possible.
More about Hoyt Arboretum
Hoyt Arboretum sits high in the West Hills of Portland, a living museum of trees that turns a city sightseeing tour into something quietly magical. Spread across 190 acres in Washington Park, the arboretum holds one of the most diverse collections of woody plants in the world, with species gathered from six continents. On the Half-Day Portland City Tour, Hoyt Arboretum offers a green counterpoint to the bridges, neighborhoods, and downtown landmarks woven into the rest of the route, reminding you that Portland is a city defined as much by its forests as by its streets.
Stepping into Hoyt Arboretum, the air shifts. The hum of the city fades, replaced by birdsong, the rustle of conifer needles, and the soft crunch of trails underfoot. You will pass towering redwoods, Japanese maples, and rare magnolias, with seasonal color that ranges from pale spring blossoms to deep autumn rust. From certain clearings in Hoyt Arboretum, the view opens out toward Mount Hood on clear days, a striking contrast to the urban viewpoints earlier in the tour. Your guide shares context on Portland's commitment to green space, the arboretum's role in conservation, and the stories behind some of its oldest and most unusual specimens, giving the stop depth beyond its obvious beauty.
This part of the tour is perfect for travelers who want more than skyline photos, nature lovers, gardeners, families with curious kids, and anyone craving a moment of calm between sightseeing stops. Couples enjoy the romantic, cathedral-like feel of the older tree groves, while photographers find endless texture and light among the trunks and canopies. If you want to understand why Portlanders are so proud of their relationship with the outdoors, a visit to Hoyt Arboretum on this half-day city tour is one of the easiest and loveliest ways to feel it firsthand.
