Top Portland Hop on Hop Off Buses

A few things to keep in mind when considering this tour. This is not a tour of any buildings tunnels etc. You will be outside on sidewalks the entire tour. There are multiple longs stops where the tour guide is storytelling. Most of the stories have graphic or violent details. Be ready to walk, stand and listen a lot. Things that make it difficult to concentrate on the storytelling may diminish the experience. (That being said the guide was extremely animated and invested in the storytelling and history so even with the loud noise of Portland night life, it’s relatively easy to follow if you are invested.) Okay, all that stuff out of the way. The experience was great! Shawn was our tour guide and he kept his excited energy until the very end of the tour and beyond. I don’t know how he did it, 6 stars, seriously impressive. If you’re someone who enjoys history and/or any aspect of the paranormal, you will enjoy this tour. Again, the main value in this tour is being invested in the story and history itself. About equal amounts of walking/standing. Nothing inaccessible for really anyone though there are plenty of uneven surfaces on the sidewalks as well as street crossings so bring something stable and comfortable to wear. Start of the tour is right where it says, there are bathrooms and time to use them available if you show up 15 minutes early. Refreshments also available in the lobby. I won’t spoil any of the tour content just know if you don’t mind a little noise, some uneven surfaces, walking and standing for about an hour, and have any passion at all for history, paranormal, just appreciate storytelling. You will enjoy this tour if you come into it with the right expectations for the experience. Loved it, wife loved it. Definitely recommend if you’re visiting. IF YOU ARE GOING DURING SUMMER, GO AT NIGHT! IRS hot!

The trolley experience was worth it. I loved the ability to hop on and off at the destination of my choice. Parking is limited in most stops, and the road can get narrow with blind spots; which is why the trolley was perfect. Anne was my favorite driver. I would do this again (just more prepared). Bring your hiking shoes, water, and maybe some snacks if you plan to do more than a stroll.

We had the most lovely walk with Nancy and another person. The small group tour was done at the perfect pace and just the right size group. As a local resident to the area, Nancy shared a unique and totally accurate representation of the history of Portland through more current events. It was such a refreshing view of the city and its interesting history. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn about Portland.