Tickets to the Pioneer Courthouse Square
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Welcome to the laid-back downtown Portland, Oregon! This in-app audio tour guides you west of the Willamette River, narrating the city's history as you pass by the emblematic bridges, coffee shops, craft beer breweries, and quaint urban spaces. The tour begins in the trendy Pearl District and Fields Park overlooking the second long tied-arch bridge in the world, the Fremont Bridge. From there, you will come to enjoy the artwork at the Jamison Square, famous for its wading fountain. Next, you will drop in the flagship Powell's Books, an iconic local bookstore with the concept of selling new and used ones. After that, you can line up for the off-the-wall treats at the legendary Voodoo Doughnut shop. The ornate Chinatown Gate will catch your eye on the way there. As you walk the riverside next, you will see the Burnside Bridge marking the border between north and south Portland. And then, observe the Hawthorne Bridge, an oldest highway bridge in the city. Back to downtown, you will stroll the majestic twelve-block South Park Blocks park. Passing by the Oregon Historical Society, you will discover the city's foundation plot and get a chance to witness the evidence on display inside if you like. To round up, you will take in the bustle of Portland’s Living Room, as they call the fun Pioneer Square, the most-visited urban site in Oregon. Join this tour to enjoy the unique cityscape and try to grasp the fabled weird vibe that Portlanders are proud of!
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About Pioneer Courthouse Square
Pioneer Courthouse Square is at the heart of Portland; you can easily reach it by many routes. Bus routes 9, 12, 15, 19, 44, 56, and 99 will take you there. The closest bus stop to the square is SW 6th & Yamhill NB.
Alternatively, you can board light rail trains on Blue, Green, and Red Lines to get there. The closest light rail station to the square is Pioneer Square North.
Pioneer Courthouse Square is an urban park in Portland’s downtown district. This square is one of the most famous and visited tourist destinations in Portland. Here are some of its highlights:
- See a popular venue for many events in Portland. On average, the square hosts about 300 events every year. These events range from concerts to performances and lectures. You can learn more about upcoming events on the official website.
- Walk around a beautiful and picturesque square. There are several points of interest: a semicircular amphitheater used for various events and a cascading waterfall on the western side of the square.
- Admire unique and memorable art pieces. Two of these art pieces are of particular interest to visitors: Allow Me, a bronze statue of a businessman with an umbrella, and Weather Machine, a device that announces the weather for the next day at noon.
- Learn the names of people who helped build the square. Many bricks bear the names of people who bought them to support the square's construction.
The square itself is open to the public throughout the year. Opening hours for various businesses on the square vary.
The best season to visit the square is summer: the weather is warm, and there are plenty of events. However, this is also the busiest period of the tourist season in Portland. Therefore, we recommend going to the square in the morning or before the desired event.
FAQ about Pioneer Courthouse Square
There is no entry fee for visiting this square. Prices for events there may vary.
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