Top Experiences in Powell’s City of Books

Turn Portland into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour city walking tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Note: Pricing is per individual, but teams must book together in order to be included in the same adventure. Streetcar fee is not included ($2 each)

On this ALL-INCLUSIVE 3.5-hour tour, you'll get a broad overview of the Central City. We'll make stops at Pittock Mansion and the International Rose Test Gardens. At Pittock Mansion, you'll get pictures of the best views of the city, and the five stratovolcanoes that are visible on a clear day. You'll have plenty of time to smell the roses at the Rose City's most famous garden. Your expert guide will provide background on the sites and city history, while navigating through city traffic, so you don't have to. You'll meander through all of the major neighborhoods of inner Portland on both sides of the river while gaining views of 14 of Bridgetown's 29 notable bridges. Your guide will return you to your departure location at the end of the tour.

On this exploration of downtown Portland, you will hear commentary on the history and culture of one of America's youngest port towns, as it changed from a forest, to wild-west "Stumptown," to the vibrant city it is today.

View some of Portland's significant sites as you roll through Old Town, the Pearl District, the cultural district, and the government district. Roam the beautiful grounds of historic Pittock Mansion, and be stunned by the view of Mt. Hood.

Stop and smell the roses (over 300 varieties!) at picturesque International Rose Test Garden. Cross an iconic truss bridge to take in the view of the city from a lush east side park.

Your tour guide is a professional who enjoys showing visitors around town.

On this 3-hour tour, you'll get a broad overview of the Central City. We'll make stops at Pittock Mansion and the International Rose Test Gardens. At Pittock Mansion, you'll get pictures of the best views of the city, and Mt. Hood if it's a clear day. You'll have plenty of time to smell the roses at the Rose City's most famous garden. Your expert guide will provide background on the sites and city history, while navigating through city traffic, so you don't have to. You'll meander through all of the major neighborhoods of inner Portland on both sides of the river while gaining views of 14 of Bridgetown's 29 notable bridges. Your guide will return you to your departure location at the end of the tour.

More than just a basic Portland city tour, our half-day Portland City Tour will reveal the laid-back small city feel of this fun and thriving downtown. You will experience the best Portland sites including the International Rose Garden (seasonally), the World Forestry Museum (seasonally), the Oregon Society of Artists (seasonally), Pioneer Courthouse Square, NW 23rd (the best shopping area in Portland), the Pearl District, the South Park Blocks, and Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Today Portland is known as one of the world’s most environmentally conscious cities: a hub for farm-to-table eateries, alternative lifestyles, a large community of cyclists, and high walkability. Let our informative and entertaining Tour Guides show you the best the City of Portland has to offer.

Discover Portland from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights.

During this tour, you will have the opportunity to solve intriguing puzzles! Have fun and discover new things about the city. Wander the streets at your own speed to discover hidden gems. Try a new type of smartphone experience at the same time that combines a walking tour with sightseeing and a scavenger hunt.

Finally, the game is available in English, Spanish

Explore the essential food and drinks at the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon on this all-inclusive walking tour led by an experienced, professional, Portland-native guide and standup comedian. Meet local vendors and hear their stories while getting inside knowledge about the city, its history, its food, and its identity. This is your insider access to some of the best-known and best-hidden bites that define downtown.

This tour is operated by a small local business, and due to our lean business model and relationship to other local small businesses, we are capable of offering unrivaled value and flexibility.

Discover the highlights of Portland by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of an Irish treasure hunter notorious for tracking down leprechaun gold on the Emerald Isle.

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Up for a fun challenge?

Highlights include:
• Explore Benson Bubbler, Portlandia, Gates of Old Portland Hotel, and more lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers.
• Learn about the fascinating Portlandia, the Statue of Liberty's trident-wielding sister.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

Come breakfast with us! Delve into three of Portland’s most acclaimed drinks and morsels. On this two hour tour you will experience Portland's coffee culture, our iconic artisanal donuts, and deliciously crafted chocolates. The perfect way to start any vacation in the Rose City.
Our guides will share with you Portland's history in the third wave coffee movement, while leading you on a 1.5 mile walk through Portland's downtown. Embrace fantastic donut creations in entirely new flavor combinations as you learn about the origins of the donut and how it became a Stumptown staple. Finally we will visit chocolate makers, were we will learn more about chocolate varietals and their unique flavor profiles.

Dietary restrictions: we CAN provide substitutions for vegetarians, non-alcohol guests, vegan, gluten free, or dairy allergies. All allergies and dietary restrictions must be indicated in advance at time of ticket purchase.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

See all of Portland’s top attractions on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour, a fun, easy way to sightsee. With your 1-day or 2-day pass, explore Portland aboard a sightseeing trolley and hop off at any of the 9 stops to visit Washington Park, the Pearl District and more. Enjoy the fresh air with the open seating or opt for the indoor seating section. Your expert guide will offer commentary about the history and culture of Portland throughout your ride.

Explore Portland, Oregon! This signature bike tour is an ideal introduction to the City of Roses. Visit historic Old Town, pedal the Waterfront Park Esplanade, cruise the Green Park Block corridors, Portland State University and explore the Pearl District with our experienced guides and comfortable rides. E-bikes available!

Important - 
• Minimum age is 10 years
• Minimum height of 4'11" to participate

Jumpstart your morning with a huge variety of coffee and donuts across 4-5 mouthwatering stops where each bite and sip was crafted right here in Portland. Along the way, immerse yourself in quirky history while exploring Downtown Portland. We like to think this the perfect way to discover Downtown Portland, see where locals get their coffee and donut fix, and have fun!

Tour highlights:
- Get an expert-led demonstration on the art of pour-over coffee at a cafe which uses cutting-edge technology to guarantee perfection.
- Portland has over 75 locally owned donut shops, and we’ll sample a selection of the best from our favorite.
- Stand in Pioneer Courthouse Square and learn all about “Portland’s Living Room”.
- At the coziest Portland hole-in-the-wall café, indulge in a traditional macchiato paired with a homemade French pastry.
- Plus much more!

Note: We do not visit Voodoo or Blue Star during this tour as they are on the common tourist track – instead we keep it local.

A foodies-food tour DREAM The Brunch Tour has arrived! Join us for an unforgettable brunch experience, Follow seasoned tour guide Ian Schaaf-Ritchie as he presents you with a curated menu of Portland's best brunch spots. The Brunch Tour is presented over one mile, two hours, and four of the best brunch spots in the city. Leaves the lines, reservations, and hassles to us while you enjoy some mimosas! The Brunch tour is a fantastic way to experience the city's thriving food scene. Going on The Brunch Tour allows you to sample a range of unique and delicious brunch dishes, giving you a taste of what the city has to offer. A brunch food tour is a social and enjoyable way to explore the city, giving you the chance to meet other food enthusiasts and share your experiences. You can discover hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path restaurants that you might not have found on your own, providing a unique and memorable experience.

Come eat with us! Explore downtown Portland in then morning or the afternoon. Some of our city’s biggest eating trends started here, from farm-to-table restaurants to PDX’s original food cart pod, making downtown an eater's delight. On this tour we will explore the full spectrum of downtown Portland’s food scene.

Our curated approach to this culinary experience will ensure that, you’ll get a taste of what makes our city so special. Enjoy this excursion through the historic districts, waterfront, and sites of downtown Portland - and come hungry!

Experience the heart of Portland’s culinary scene on this downtown foodie adventure!

Dietary restrictions: we CAN provide substitutions for vegetarians, non-alcohol guests, vegan, gluten free, or dairy allergies. All allergies and dietary restrictions must be indicated in advance at time of ticket purchase.

Experience the most popular tour of Portland and the Columbia River Gorge available anywhere! Join us for a comprehensive introduction to the City of Portland and the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, which includes detailed visits, magnificent views and concise information of the area’s best attractions. The tour combines some of the most iconic and unique places in Portland with the natural beauty and splendor of the waterfalls, scenic vistas, and historical sites in the Columbia River Gorge.

Highlights:
-You will experience the best Portland sites including the International Rose Garden, Pioneer Courthouse Square, NW 23rd (the best shopping area in Portland), the Pearl District, the South Park Blocks, the PSU Farmers Market (on Saturday AM tour only), and Lan Su Chinese Garden.
-Explore the Columbia River Gorge! Site we may visit include: Portland Women’s Forum, Vista House, Latourell Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Multnomah Falls and more.

More than just a basic Portland city tour, our half-day Portland City Tour will reveal the laid-back small city feel of this fun and thriving downtown. You will experience the best Portland sites including the International Rose Garden (seasonally), the World Forestry Museum (seasonally), the Oregon Society of Artists (seasonally), Pioneer Courthouse Square, NW 23rd (the best shopping area in Portland), the Pearl District, the South Park Blocks, and Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Today Portland is known as one of the world’s most environmentally conscious cities: a hub for farm-to-table eateries, alternative lifestyles, a large community of cyclists, and high walkability. Let our informative and entertaining Tour Guides show you the best the City of Portland has to offer.