Portland lives in the shadow of the larger Pacific Northwest cities of Seattle and Vancouver but is one of the most overlooked gems in the United States. The city is a leader in progressive thinking including social justice and green values. Portland is the bicycling capital of the United States and a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast. Introduction to Portland, Oregon - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Powell's City of Books - Pittock Mansion - Portland Art Museum - Oregon Museum of Science & Industry - Pearl District - Mount Hood - Columbia River Gorge - Willamette Valley & Oregon Wine Country - Highlights of the Oregon Coast - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Northwest Hostel Portland - Ramada Portland South I-205 - Briarwood Suites - Hi Portland Hawthorne - Ester Lee Motel - Places to Eat & Drink - The Voodoo Doughnut - Les Bistro Montage - Kenny and Zuke's Delicatessen - The Brewpubs of Portland - Places to Shop - Queen Bee Creations - The Music Millennium - Columbia Sportswear Flagship Store - Flutter - In Other Words