Things to do in Northwest Oregon

DescriptionOregon is a coastal U.S. state in the Pacific Northwest known for its diverse landscape of forests, mountains, farms and beaches. The city of Portland is famed for its quirky, avant-garde culture and is home to iconic coffee shops, boutiques, farm-to-table restaurants and microbreweries. Highlights include the Native American art in the Portland Art Museum, the Japanese Garden and the Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Capital: Salem

Minimum wage: 11.25 USD per hour (Jul 1, 2019)

Population: 4.191 million (2018)

Northwest Oregon Court

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International Rose Test Garden

Landscaped park with 10,000+ plants

City-maintained rose test gardens founded in 1917, featuring 10,000+ plants in manicured displays.

Oregon Zoo

Elephants & other endangered animals

64-acre zoo featuring elephants, polar bears & other animal exhibits emphasizing conservation.

Ataula

Portland, OR

Closed ⋅ Opens 4:30PM

Spanish spot crafting inventive takes on traditional tapas in a polished setting lined with artwork.

Caffe Mingo

Portland, OR

Closed ⋅ Opens 5PM

Homey, intimate Italian restaurant serving handmade pastas & other classics with a Northwest touch.

Paley's Place Bistro & Bar

Portland, OR

Closed ⋅ Opens 5PM

Intimate, upscale spot for regional NW fare made from local ingredients in an elegant Victorian.