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Fall!! #troveron #colorful
Built in 1934 to house the first telephone exchange in the city of Vancouver, the building stood in place for over fifty years before it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic places in 1986. It is still very structurally sound, houses a set of offices, and is used every working day of the year. Most of what I can say about its history, design, and construction would simply be a repetition of the material you'll find in the referenced link. What these documents won't tell you is the effect it will have, seeing it against the sharp blue sky a little over an hour before sunset. I have lived in this city for more than twenty-five years, and I am here to tell you, it was as if I was seeing it for the first time. http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMJB4H_Vancouver_Telephone_Building_Vancouver_Washington A fine example of art deco #Architecture in Vancouver, Washington.
Yesterday, I learned a valuable lesson. If you bombard Trover with what are essentially pictures of blue air, be prepared for the collective response to be something along the lines of "Meh." Lesson learned. So, today I'm putting something in front of the blue air. Trees, stripped of their leaves, and weaving glorious mazes of limbs and branches in every direction. These all appear within a mile of my home, so their value to an eager traveller is somewhat suspect. Still, I hope they're odd and delicate and maybe beautiful enough to make you pause on your endless adventures and breathe a little sigh of wonder. Happy Troving, people.
What do I say? The boy likes his peanuts. Addiction can be a powerful thing.
A trio of birches that have been growing here for about 25 years. They're were nearly lost to an ice storm, and then to an infestation of insect larvae. But they're still going strong.

Popular places to visit

Moda Center

Moda Center

See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.

Moda Center
Aerial View of Portland Cityscape with Solar Panels and Highway

Oregon Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Oregon Convention Center
Oregon Zoo featuring zoo animals and landscape views as well as a large group of people

Oregon Zoo

View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.

Oregon Zoo
Tom McCall Waterfront Park which includes a river or creek, bird life and a garden

Tom McCall Waterfront Park

Whether you want to relax and soak up some beauty or enjoy one of Portland's many festivals, spare at least one afternoon to enjoy this wonderful waterfront park.

Tom McCall Waterfront Park
PSU Plaza in Downtown Portland, OR

Portland State University

Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Portland State University
Powell\'s City of Books which includes interior views

Powell's City of Books

Perfect for a rainy-day visit, this famous bookstore is a wonderful spot to visit any day. Browse for hours amid its 1 million books.

Powell's City of Books

Things to do

Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

S$112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River

S$163
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
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Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

S$132
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour

All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour

S$162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

S$38
per adult
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Airplane rides Portland

Downtown Portland Air Tour by Envi Adventures

S$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Portland Air Tour by Envi Adventures
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Top hotels in Central Park

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is S$132 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
S$132
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,279 reviews)
Clean, good price, central location

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Park Lane Suites and Inn

Park Lane Suites and Inn

2.5 out of 5
809 SW King Avenue Portland OR
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,687 reviews)
Staff is helpful.

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

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Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

3 out of 5
165 NW Park Ave Portland OR
The price is S$170 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
S$170
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Moda Center and Oregon Zoo are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (346 reviews)
Had a great stay, front desk staff and valets were great. Walls are pretty thin though! Noise in hallway and rooms next door really carries through into room

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland

4 out of 5
1000 NE Multnomah Street Portland OR
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The price is S$170 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
S$170
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Nice room with view overlooking park. Close to shopping and restaurants. Good restaurant option in the hotel too.

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
545 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is S$200 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
S$200
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was great and super friendly. My complaints are that the room was not super clean. The bathroom sink was filthy, and you could see water stains on the shower from previous use. A lot of the walls had noticeable paint chips and the bed frames were extremely worn out and pealing. Also, although ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1355 SW 2nd Ave. Portland OR
The price is S$182 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
S$182
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,464 reviews)
Room was very clean.

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Park

Aerial View of the Vancouver, Washington Skyline during Summer

Downtown Vancouver

Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Columbia River and Clark County Historical Museum while you're in town.

Downtown Vancouver
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North Portland

Travellers love North Portland for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Heron Lakes Golf Club and Portland International Raceway.

North Portland
The Portland skyline on a crisp clear winter night. The Eastbank Esplanade is an ideal stroll the see this beautiful city at any hour of the day. #Oregon #Portland #skyline #night #Eastbankesplanade

Northeast Portland

While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Colwood National Golf Course or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

Northeast Portland
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Eliot

While you're in Eliot, take in top sights like Wonder Ballroom and jump on the metro at Albina-Mississippi Station to see more of the city.

Eliot
Moda Center which includes signage

Lloyd District

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Lloyd District. Lloyd Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at NE Grand & Multnomah Stop or NE 7th & Holladay Stop to see more of Portland.

Lloyd District
China town, Portland Oregon..

Northwest Portland

While you're in Northwest Portland, take in top sights like Pittock Mansion or Hoyt Arboretum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.

Northwest Portland

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