Portland Highlights

I visit Portland, Oregon one-two times a year. Here I've compiled some of my favorite places to go, which I think are some of the greatest hits of Portland.

SHOPPING

Many downtown stores close by 6PM so make sure you show up early!

Jantzen Beach Center
1405 Jantzen Beach Center
Portland, OR 97217
A collection of just about everything. ROSS and the Burlington Coat Factory have decor, accessories, apparel and shoes with designer and famous brand names for cheaper.

Lloyd Center
2201 Lloyd Center
Portland, OR 97232
A brilliant collection of 200+ stores. Is the leading, biggest mall in Oregon. Features 18 movie theaters and a nice ice rink.

Pioneer Place
700 SW 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97204
Charming, but expensive mall. Very much worth taking a stop to visit The Body Shop or American Eagle.

Powell's Books
1005 W. Burnside
Portland, OR 97209
One of the most famous bookstores in all of the USA. Great finds, quiet and friendly cafe atmosphere.

Made in Oregon
600 SW 10th Avenue, Suite 101
Portland, OR 97208
Gift shop filled with fun knick-knacks and apparel/food products to help you remember your Oregon adventure.

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DINING

Stanford's
1440 N. Jantzen Beach Center
Portland, OR 97217
Delicious way to treat yourself out to a formal dinner, or a dinner on the go. Food comes fast and impresses me every time. Try the veggie burger and Caesar salad - they're my favorites.

Paradise Cafe
Pioneer Place
700 SW 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97204
Unbelievable 3-salad dishes and cookies that are great for any lunch at any time.

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SIGHTSEEING

Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park
1020 SW Naito Pkwy
Portland, OR 97204
Beautiful park, perfect for a jog or relaxing stop along those long tiring blocks of walking.

Portland Ducks Land and Water Tours
Approx.
777 NE ML King Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
Just like the Seattle, Washington ducks, the Portland tour goes on land and water to some of my favorite spots and hits others like the Chinese Classical Gardens.

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HOTELS

Lloyd Center Doubletree Hotel
1000 NE Multnomah Street
Portland, OR 97232
Leading Portland hotel in implementing Green Practices. My favorite hotel of all time, honestly. Amazing restaurant and custom ice cream sundaes. Very nice staff, great atmosphere. 5 stars.

Oxford Suites
12226 N Jantzen Dr
Portland, OR 97217
Pretty nice hotel, 3 stars. Sweet staff, nice contenential breakfast. Comfortable beds and cool TV channel options. Beautiful artwork on the room's walls.

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SKATING

Lloyd Center
2201 Lloyd Center
Portland, OR 97232
Ever heard of Jenni Meno and Todd Sand, three-time U.S. Champions? Well, they trained at this rink, and I think it's a very cute place to hang out with friends! Very small, but a great place to practice while on vacation.

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I will edit this list after June 2009 and add some more places of my favorite.