Oldest public art in Portland (1888). Built with money willed by druggist Stephen Skidmore, designed by Olin Warner. Henry Weinhard offered to pipe beer through it. (from portlandonline.com)
Have your pick from 70 unique varieties of doughnuts! As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.
Inaugurated in 1984, the Square was recognized by Time Magazine as 1 of the "10 most notable design achievements" in the US. Known as Portland's 'living room', more than 26,000 people pass by each day
Really nice in Autumn when the leaves turn but great for picnics when it's warm as well.
The 280 steps on the park's northeast side make up the longest public staircase in the city. Time your ascent from the base to the drinking fountain at the top!
A sculpture located at the Portland Building that was created by Raymond Kaskey in 1985 and based on the city seal.
Plot world domination. Socially conscious, eco-friendly, sustainable, warm and fuzzy world domination! Boohahahaha!
"Powell’s City of Books is the largest independent bookstore in the US. Actually, it's not so impressive when you realize there are only 4 bookstores left in the US." - Conan O'Brien
Hello glorious food truck. 1 BBQ beef brisket with mozzarella, please. PS a favorite of @Dens co-founder of Foursquare
"The Portland Saturday Market is only open from March through Christmas. In other words, F&*$ YOU JANUARY AND FEBRUARY!" - Conan O'Brien
Nestled in the heart of downtown Portland, Kell's Irish Pub has been serving the Northwest for nearly 25 years and has been a loyal Official U.S. Soccer Bar since the program’s inception in 2008.
I always get it spicy with the "Secret Aardvark" sauce that they have. It complements the sandwiches well. On a different note, the crew that works there are always nice, smiling and having a fun.
