Hillsdale Travel Guide
Portland
Popular places to visit
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
University of Portland
Explore the campus of University of Portland during your visit to Portland. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
Full-Day Mount Hood & Multnomah Falls Tour
Top hotels in Hillsdale
The Paramount Hotel
"I couldn’t be more pleased with my stay at The Paramount. As a frequent traveler, I’ve stayed at many hotels, but this experience was truly impeccable. First off, the location is PRIME. It’s central to everything and made getting around Portland incredibly convenient. The staff was also amazing from ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
"Great room"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection
"Hotel is in a great location for events! The staff was great, the view was great at the hotel restaurant. :) The menu choices are a little different so before committing to eating there you may want to take a look at the menu. I will definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR
"Easy to find, comfortable rooms and good breakfast options."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
"Corner King room was horrible. One window 5x2 inside dark corner of building. Like a dungeon. Staff would not let me change rooms."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Dossier Hotel
"It was a 3 1/2 star hotel."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillsdale
Southwest Portland
Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Congregation Kesser Israel and Sam Jackson Park. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.
Sellwood-Moreland
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Sellwood-Moreland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Oaks Amusement Park and Ping Pong's Pint Sized Puppet Museum, and jump on the metro at Oaks Park Station to get around the city.
Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Central Eastside
If you're spending time in Central Eastside, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Taylor Stop or SE Grand & Belmont Stop.
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Belmont and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
