3 days in Portland Itinerary

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Portland Saturday Market and Esther Short Park. For shopping fun, head to Powell's City of Books or Northwest (Nob Hill). Get out of town with these interesting Portland side-trips: Swan Island Dahlias (in Canby) and Woodburn Premium Outlets (in Woodburn). There's much more to do: shop like a local with Live Laugh Love Art, appreciate the views at Willamette Valley, take in nature's colorful creations at Portland Japanese Garden, and snap pictures at Tilikum Crossing.

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In September in Portland, expect temperatures between 76°F during the day and 55°F at night.