Portland's Best Free Attraction 2008

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October 20, 2008
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You voted for the best Free Attraction in Portland, and we counted. Check out the results below.

1. Multnomah Falls

50000 Historic Columbia River Hwy, Corbett, OR

This stunning waterfall hosts hikers who marvel at this example of the Columbia Gorge’s natural beauty.

Reviews:

“gorgeous but waayyyyyy tooo crowded”
“You just have to "
“Simply beautiful”
“Multnomah Falls”
“Good place for Brunch”

Tips: The drive through the Columbia Gorge to Multnomah Falls is famous for its brilliant fall colors. Make a day of it with stops at Bonneville Dam, the fish hatchery and the many surrounding waterfalls.

Multnomah Falls

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2. Forest Park

West Hills, Portland, OR

The largest inner-city park in America provides homes for dozens of species and open space for Oregonians.

Reviews:

“Biggest in-city park”
“Amazing park in the city”

Tips: Weekends at the Thurman Street entrance can be congested, but with so many miles of trails, it quickly thins out.

Forest Park

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3. Powell's City of Books

1005 W Burnside St, Portland, OR

With four floors and more than a million titles, this store has one of the biggest book selections in town.

Reviews:

“Selection!”
“Independent Bookstore. Whose prices are twice as expensive as anywhere. 1 in a 1000 are used.”
“A really fun place and a great slection”
“Arrogant, Nasty Employees”
“Great selection, Overpriced”

Tips: Street parking can be hard to come by, so use the store’s garage on NW 11th Avenue.

Powell’s City of Books

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4. Portland Saturday Market

108 W Burnside St, Portland, OR

Tarot-card readings, tamales and tunes are all under one bridge at this open market.

Reviews:

“True taste of Portland”
“Hippies GALORE”
“A great way to spend a weekend!”
“SATURDAY LAZY DAY”
“Good times…”

Tips: The market is right on the MAX line, so leave the car at home and ride the train.

Portland Saturday Market or email Portland Saturday Market

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5. Tom McCall Waterfront Park

1020 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR

Home to Portland’s biggest summer festivals, with great people-watching year-round.

Reviews:

“Love it! "
“GREAT PLACE TO GO!”

Tips: The park is home to two major summeruime events: The Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival and the Oregon Brewers Festival, with more than 50,000 brews available to taste.

Tom McCall Waterfront Park

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6. Portland Farmers Market

1001 SE Water Ave Ste 455, Portland, OR

Traveling market features some of Oregon’s freshest fruits and vegetables as well as other organic fare.

Tips: The market moves to various spots throughout the city, including Portland State, Downtown, Ecotrust and Eastbank. Check the market’s website for current hours and location.

Portland Farmers Market

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7. NW 23rd Avenue

NW 23rd Ave, Burnside St to Thurman St, Portland, OR

A destination for well-heeled shoppers, bar hoppers and diners, this street has earned its nickname: Trendy-third.

Reviews:

“Fun and Hip.”
“FUN ZONE!”
“a soothing place to be”
“SWEET SPOT”
“Comfortable”

Tips: Be sure to also visit NW 21st Avenue, known as Restaurant Row. Dining highlights include Paley’s Place, and Caffe Mingol.

NW 23rd Avenue

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8. SE Hawthorne Boulevard

SE Hawthorne Blvd, between 20th Ave, 39th Ave, Portland, OR

Where cool cats and hippies come together for a funky, bohemian feel and great variety of shops and restaurants.

Reviews:

“My favorite Stores!”
“The fun side of portland”

Tips: Shops and restaurants are sprinkled all along Hawthorne, but the good stuff is concentrated between 35th and 50th.

SE Hawthorne Boulevard

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9. Champoeg State Park

8239 Champoeg Rd NE, St Paul, OR

The “birthplace” of Oregon is memorialized at this spot near Portland.

Tips: Tour the old Champoeg town site, sign your kids up for the Junior Summer Ranger program or try your hand at the well-know disc golf course.

Champoeg State Park

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10. First Thursday in the Pearl District (Portland Walking Tours)

501 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR

On the first Thursday of each month, downtown denizens gather to explore the local art scene.

Tips: Public transportation, like the Portland Streetcar or MAX, is highly recommended as the First Thursday event is well attended. There are parking lots near all of the gallery locations and limited on-street parking is free after 6pm.

First Thursday in the Pearl District

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