Eccentric, Exciting and Accessible. You’ll find yourself immersed in the heart of downtown in the Historic Waterfront District, with the peaceful Willamette River on one side and a bustling mecca on the other. The city itself is compact and pedestrian—friendly. You’ll be doing plenty of walking, so make sure to pack comfortable shoes! While it’s possible to see the entire city in just one day, slow things down and take it in stride. Enjoy the views along McCall Waterfront Park, then explore the Pearl District, where you’ll stumble upon the unique, the upscale and the kitschy all in one place. Portland loves its bicycles — it’s one of the most bikeable cities in the country — and they’ve made it very easy to rent one just about anywhere in town.