Central Eastside Travel Guide
Portland
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oregon Museum of Science and Industry during your travels in Portland. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Moda Center
Catch an event at Moda Center and enjoy other activities in Portland such as cycling.Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
Oregon Zoo
Visit the animals who call Oregon Zoo home during your travels in Portland. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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 Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Tom McCall Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Top hotels in Central Eastside
Eastside Lodge
"Good stay. Would book again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Jupiter Hotel
"Clean room and nice staff"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
KEX Portland
"Really cool vibe and bar area! The gym downstairs is a little creepy."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Grand Stark
"Best time to get a room here is in the winter! The homeless don’t go far. Beware they scope you out and your vehicle. Watched them walk around my car and steal my half-smoked cigarette. Once that happened I got outta there. Plus the staff is awful. Checked out a day early and still had to check up ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
"Really nice hotel. Me and the family loved it."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
"Shower is not functional, mattress is horrible"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Eastside
Buckman
If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Belmont and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.
Hosford-Abernethy
If you're spending time in Hosford-Abernethy, check out sights like Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Willamette River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Clinton Street-Southeast 12th Avenue Station or SE Grand & Mill Stop.
Downtown Portland
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.
Lloyd District
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.
Kerns
While you're in Kerns, take in top sights like Willamette River and jump on the metro at NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop to see more of the city.
Pearl District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.
