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Free tour

Portland, Oregon Downtown walking tour

4.33
Acceptable (27 ratings)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Alan
Registered on 22 February 2024
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My wife and I are both retired and we enjoy traveling, particularly to the Oregon coast which is under two hours away. I've lived or/and worked around downtown Portland for most of my life. I have been part of many of the things that make Portland special including: the Children's Parade, Starlight Parade, Santacon, Plunderathon, Brides of March, Bad Hare Day, and Critical Mass. I really enjoy exploring the city and sharing it with visitors.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

There is something interesting about ever city and town, you just need someone to figure out what that thing is.  Fortunately,  in Portland, Oregon I have found many interesting things to show you.

Would you like to see where the world's first long distance transmission of electric power took place?  How about a visit to the world's smallest park?  Do you know what makes the Oregon state flag unique?  Have you seen the oldest vertical lift bridge in the USA?  The last telescoping Bridge?  Have you heard how the flip of a coin decided the name of the city?  Do you know the story of how a man in a poster became the Mayor of the city?  Have you heard how the citizens banded together to build a town square?  Do you know why you don't see many pictures of the statue Portlandia?  

Experience the cast iron architecture, the carved stone architecture and the rich details on many of the city's buildings.  See the city through the eyes of someone who has loved the city for over fifty years and, wants to give you reasons to love it too.

Sign up for a tour and learn about Portland, Oregon.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
751 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA
Meet at the Directional sign by 6th Avenue at Pioneer Courthouse Square. I'm about six feet tall, carrying a black shoulder bag and a sign that says "Free Walking Tour" "Guru Walk"
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Outside visit
Pioneer Courthouse Square
Starting point is the directional sign on the sixth street side of the square. Look for a guy with a sign that says Free Walking Tour
2
Outside visit
Kvinneakt
Learn why a future mayor of Portland was involved in making a poster called: Expose Yourself to Art
3
Outside visit
Rialto Pool & Poker Room
The largest pool hall downtown, the only Off Track Betting parlor downtown, and one of the stopping points for many of the annual pub crawls that make Portland Weird
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour Reviews

4.33
Acceptable (27 ratings)
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By category
Professionalism
4.59
Fun
3.93
Expression
4.04
Quality
4.38
Route
4.28

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum Attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.

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