Endless Adventures Await When You Visit Washington Park In Portland, Oregon
By Sarah McCosham|Published May 10, 2022
×
Sarah McCosham
Author
I write like it's my job - because it is! I have a Master's in English and love words: crossword puzzles, Scrabble games, Wordle, and, of course, good, old-fashioned books.
I'm a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState, and a contributing writer at Cincinnati Magazine. I love the Great Outdoors and am endlessly awestruck by this beautiful country of ours. Coffee keeps me going, yoga keeps me sane, my kids keep me grounded, and my writing keeps me inspired.
We’ve all heard of all-inclusive resorts, but what about all-inclusive attractions? We’re talking about the kind of day trip destinations that offer a seemingly endless array of experiences. In Portland, Oregon, this unicorn of a destination can be found at Washington Park, a place where you’ll discover all sorts of new, exciting, and beautiful adventures.
There are so many wonderful attractions in the Beaver State: the Portland Japanese Garden, Oregon Zoo, Hoyt Arboretum, International Rose Test Garden... and guess what?
You can find *all* of these world-class attractions in one place: Washington Park in Portland, Oregon! There's even a free shuttle that will take you to each and every one of the marvelous destinations within the park.
Washington Park is perhaps best-known as the home of the International Rose Test Garden, where, from May through October, visitors can delight in 10,000 roses in bloom. Come and see for yourself why Portland is fondly known as The Rose City.
International Rose Test Garden, Portland, OR 97205, USA
Of course, one of the most amazing places in Washington Park is Hoyt Arboretum, which features more than 2,300 species of trees and where admission is always free.
Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221, USA
For those looking to go on a trip around the world without leaving Portland, the Oregon Zoo is a must-visit. Home to nearly 2,000 animals representing more than 200 species from all over the globe, the Oregon Zoo's mission is to educate the public on how to ensure a brighter future for all of our planet's non-human residents.
And if you're a nature lover looking for the most sublime escape within city limits, nothing beats the Portland Japanese Garden. With its cool canopy of trees, vibrant and verdant foliage, and sounds of babbling cascades and fluttering wildlife, strolling through the Portland Japanese Garden is a total sensory experience.
Really, loveliness abounds in Washington Park. Not only are its attractions wholly wondrous and beautiful, but it also boasts some of the best views of Rose City herself! If this scene isn't the perfect ending to an epic Oregon day, we don't know what is.
Looking for another day trip near Oregon that offers major bang for your buck? Go waterfall chasing in the Columbia River Gorge, home to more than 90 fabulous falls just waiting to be explored.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
