Top Oregon Culture in 2026

This is 31 of the finest murals in Oregon, all in one walking-distance downtown area. People come from all around the surrounding states to enjoy this rich, artistic heritage.

Enjoy superb views of the Portland riverfront on a 90-minute sailing cruise along the Willamette. Set out from Portland on a small-group tour up the river, stopping to view Portland's floating homes as well as uninhabited Ross Island. Savor the surrounding scenery―including placid Holgate Channel and the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge―as you go. Bring your own snacks, refreshments and spirits to satisfy both hunger and thirst throughout.

A single overheard conversation on Yaquina Bay in the 1860s sparked Oregon's oyster rush - and this self-guided driving tour retraces the boom-and-bust trail it set off, from the coast to the Willamette Valley. Starting in Newport, the route hugs Yaquina Bay's oyster farms, then winds through Toledo's Victorian streets past a paper mill's conveyor slinging timber waste across the river. It merges onto Highway 20 - the longest road in America - and detours through the ghost town of Chitwood, crossing a red 1800s covered bridge before cresting the Coast Range. Bellfountain Road passes raptor-topped fence posts, century-old oak trees, and fields producing 99% of the nation's hazelnut supply, before rolling on to Eugene. Perfect for road-trippers who want more than a drive-through of rural Oregon, this tour closes atop Skinner Butte, where Eugene's founder built his cabin in 1846. Install the VoiceMap app and enter the ticket code from your confirmation email to start driving.

Learn about Portland's history as you explore the city with a guide on this small-group tour. You'll meet your guide downtown and head up to the historic Pittock Mansion to take in the views. You'll then continue to the International Rose Test Gardens in Washington Park before heading back downtown to check out the cityscape and sample donuts.

Escape games are unique and interactive live-action adventure experiences in which players like you and your friends, family or coworkers, become active participants in our immersive stories, and must work as a team to solve a multitude of intriguing problems and discover the final clue to “escape” before time runs out! Escape Ashland's games are designed for Ashland residents and visitors alike with the help of local artisans, electrical engineers and contractors, and we have become the go-to activity for visiting families, school groups and those seeking a memorable way to celebrate a special occasions. Our games, “The Scottish Play” and “The Ramblin Rogue Saloon,” are light-hearted, accessible to all and success focused. Our exceptional game hosts ensure that each group leaves feeling challenged and connected in an unforgettable way.

This self-guided driving tour traces 70 miles of the Oregon Coast between Reedsport and Newport, where towering sand dunes give way to black volcanic cliffs. You'll uncover the history and accidental disasters that make this stretch of Highway 101 unlike any other road. The tour starts at the Umpqua Discovery Center in Reedsport, crossing Conde McCullough's 1936 swing-span bridge, then passing Gardiner, a company town once mandated to paint every building white. You'll learn how migrating sand dunes dammed a river to create Tahkenitch Lake, and how Frank Herbert looked down at these dunes and invented Arrakis. North of Florence, visit the Sea Lion Caves, a rock cathedral 200 feet underground, then pass Heceta Head Lighthouse. At Cape Perpetua, the ocean has carved Thor's Well out of solid basalt. The tour ends at the Hatfield Marine Science Center, where a blue whale skeleton sits in the courtyard. Along the way, hear how dynamite failed to dispose of a beached whale in 1970.

Are you looking for the romantic, quaint or cozy tastings rooms in Willamette Valley, but also want to experience some of the best boutique wineries Willamette Valley has to offer? Our *Winter Special* wine tour is designed to get you to the handful of tasting rooms who offer world-class wines, amazing hospitality and also have the cozy fireplace ambiance to make your getaway memorable, restful or simply magical. On this tour, we will go to three wineries at a relaxed pace; or, if desired, four wineries at a fast clip. We will stop for lunch at one of the celebrated sandwich spots in the valley and your guide will join you for lunch. If wine by the fire is what you are after, then look no further!

Visit the northwestern Oregon Coast without renting a car by booking this small-group tour from Portland. Your local guide will be on hand to provide commentary as you make your way along the Pacific Coast, and can help you and the other members of the group decide on what stops you want to make along the way.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with our exclusive vineyard, stable and historic Governor's farm house. Your tour begins with seamless pickup from the airport, your hotel, or anywhere along the Portland to Eugene, OR corridor. Dive into the charm of West Hills Vineyards, where your adventure begins at the stunning West Hills Stables—home to a state-of-the-art dressage facility and a remarkable collection of Classic Cars. Explore the scenic beauty of Holmes Gap Vineyard, and conclude your day with a delightful wine tasting and gourmet meal in the historic Oregon Governor's farmhouse, built in 1857. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in luxury, history, and world-class wines!

This day trip is a tour along a section of rugged coastline along Oregon's northern coast. There will be one or two town stops, and multiple stops at headlands and beaches. The trip will include a short hike through oldgrowth Sitka spruce forest, beach time, tide pools (if tides allow), sea stacks, viewpoint stops, and a lunch stop in a charming coastal town. If group interest allows, stops with a more technological history focus may be made, such as the Tillamook Air Museum and/or Tillamook Cheese Factory.

Being short on time doesn’t mean you can’t see the best of Portland. This morning tour showcases some of the city’s most popular attractions in just half a day, including Pioneer Courthouse Square, shopping areas such as the Pearl District and NW 23rd, the Lan Su Chinese Garden, and more. Seasonal stops at the International Rose Test Garden and the World Forestry Center add to the fun.

Explore the eerie side of Old Town with this haunted pub tour in Portland. Learn about some of the city's scary history as you walk through 19th-century buildings. Sample local beers as you hear about Portland's era of kidnapping, gangs, prostitution and opium dens.

Winery hop through the Willamette Valley, known for its Pinots, with this small-group tour. You will visit three different tasting rooms where you’ll get the chance to sample wine safely, without having to worry about driving. You’ll also stop for lunch along the way, included in the price of the tour.

There’s nothing better than exploring Astoria at your own pace, with a flexible itinerary tailored to your preferences. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Astoria, Oregon's oldest American settlement. From its roots as a vital port city to its iconic landmarks, Astoria offers a perfect blend of history, natural beauty, and coastal charm. Discover its significant role in American exploration and maritime history, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Columbia River and the Pacific Ocean. This full-day tour takes you through the highlights of Astoria, offering a memorable journey through Oregon’s coastal heritage.

Visit Mt. Hood and the Columbia Gorge, with a couple of stops for wine tasting along the way, with this full-day tour. You'll visit Multnomah Falls, the Columbia Gorge's most famous attraction, hang out at Mt. Hood's historic Timberline Lodge, and pay a visit to two different wineries to taste Gorge-produced wine. There will be a hosted lunch on tour and a glass of wine at one of the wineries included. You will also be able to purchase beverages at your leisure during winery visits.

Experience highlights of the Portland area on this full-day sightseeing tour, including the blossoming food cart culture, diverse neighborhoods, Pioneer Courthouse Square, and the unspoiled beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. Immerse yourself in a guided tour of Portland’s fascinating history and quirky contemporary culture. Explore with a small group or upgrade for a private tour.

Drive the Willamette Valley yourself, with a GPS audio guide that plays automatically as you go. Your booking unlocks the whole region in the free Wine Trails app: pick your date and starting point — McMinnville, Dundee or Salem — choose the cellar doors you want from the 170 mapped across the valley, and the app builds your personal route with turn-by-turn narration. 193 stories cover Oregon Pinot country's people and places: as you climb into the Dundee Hills you'll hear how a 1980 tasting on French soil put David Lett's Oregon Pinot Noir two tenths of a point behind Drouhin's own Burgundy — and why Robert Drouhin bought sixty acres on these same hills eight years later. No group, no schedule, no guide — pause for a long lunch on McMinnville's Third Street, replay anything, and the audio keeps working when the signal drops on the back roads. You'll need a car and a designated driver; tastings are booked and paid directly with the wineries.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

This self-guided driving tour follows the Oregon Coast between Newport and Lincoln City, one of the most geologically dramatic stretches of coastline in America, shaped by tectonic fury, maritime history, and the instinct to build right where nature is most destructive. The tour starts at the Hatfield Marine Science Center, beneath the Yaquina Bay Bridge, an Art Deco masterpiece by Conde McCullough. You'll drop into Newport's Historic Bayfront, climb into the Nye Beach district, and stop at the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, abandoned after three years and allegedly haunted. Heading north, detour through Agate Beach, where a tsunami dock washed ashore in 2012, and out to Devil's Punchbowl, a collapsed sea cave. Cape Foulweather, named by Captain Cook during an 1778 storm, offers views 500 feet above the surf. The tour ends at Road's End Beach, beneath the basalt formation known as God's Thumb. Along the way, climb Yaquina Head Lighthouse, and watch for gray whales off Depoe Bay.

Discover Portland's storied past on a walking tour that explores its scandals, legends, and quirks. The perfect tour for those who like history with a wink, a shiver, and a dash of unexpected! This walking tour begins in Old Town, where we pull up the cobblestones to reveal the ghosts of rough-and-tumble early Portland. Once a lawless frontier outpost, the city was rife with scandal, from the infamous Shanghai Tunnels and floating bordellos to political intrigue and legends that grew as tall as the trees. Along the way, you’ll learn why Portland earned the nickname “Little Beirut,” how an Oregon governor once funded a rock festival, and how the city’s Naked Bike Ride became an unexpected symbol of protest and peace. We'll enjoy a stop for an iconic Voodoo Doughnut, a sweet taste of Portland’s weird side. Peak Tours is licensed and insured, local and family-owned, reliable and knowledgeable. We'd love to show you around!

Taking this 1.5 mile (2.4 km) walk through the heart of downtown Portland with a local, experienced guide offers an exploration into the city's rich tapestry of history, culture, and innovation. Portland, noted for its quirk and progressive ideals, unfolds its stories through a series of iconic landmarks, bustling public squares, and artistic expressions that color its streets. Your guide will reveal Portland's past through the emerging landscape. Depending on your guide, your path may vary. Peak Tours is licensed and insured, local and family-owned, reliable and knowledgeable. We'd love to show you around!

Visit the Museum of the Oregon Territory, in Oregon City (just south of Portland), to explore the rich history of Clackamas County and the Willamette Valley. Discover captivating exhibits, including the latest on Jennings Lodge Camp and the cultural narratives shaped by the river. Learn about the lives of early Oregonians through engaging displays that highlight both everyday life and significant events. This admission ticket grants access to all exhibits, making it a perfect outing for history enthusiasts and families alike.

The cast of this ghost hunt is ten people who died with something unfinished: a bride three days from her wedding, a doctor on his third night without sleep, a librarian who stayed late to shelve one last delivery. They're fictional, and they're loose in downtown Portland. You'll track them down with the Questo app, starting in Pioneer Courthouse Square and working through the blocks around the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, City Hall and Portlandia. Each ghost hands over a clue once you've solved its puzzle, and the clues add up to the final question: which of the ten has been lying? It's a self-guided walk of about 1.2 miles that takes roughly 90 minutes, compact enough for families. Start at any time that suits you. Hints are built in, and someone from our team is around 24/7 if you need help.

Experience Portland’s ultimate night out at Barrel Room, a historic venue featuring Oregon’s only regular dueling piano show. Request your favorite songs as two side-by-side pianists bring them to life while the whole room sings, claps, and dances along. Endless Live Music: High-energy piano showdowns, national touring acts, karaoke, jam sessions, and themed nights like 80s, drag, and EDM. Food & Craft Drinks: Fuel the fun with handcrafted cocktails, local beers, and delicious food options. Unforgettable Nightlife: Join a welcoming crowd of music lovers on the dance floor. Check our calendar and book your table at Barrel Room for a classic Portland experience.