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The largest rose test garden in U.S., perched on a hill overlooking Downtown and with thousands of roses planted in every possible way: rows, bushes and vines.
The largest rose test garden in U.S., perched on a hill overlooking Downtown and with thousands of roses planted in every possible way: rows, bushes and vines. Best to come between May and July, when it gets fragrant as everything's in bloom. There are free guided tours by volunteer gardeners at 1PM during the summer months.
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400 Southwest Kingston Avenue, Portland, OR, United States
+1 503-227-7033
A haven of tranquil beauty which has been proclaimed as one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan
A large arboretum with paved trails of varying lengths and over 1,000 species of trees and plants in a natural setting
A stunning Victorian mansion in the hills of west Portland, dating back nearly a century now and preserved just as it looked then
A good-sized zoo with Pacific Northwest animals, a primate house, and an Africa area, as well as a large Asian Elephant exhibit and breeding area, which is noteworthy among zoos
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Part of the Northwest/Nob Hill District and one of the most densely populated shopping districts, with some funky and eclectic shops
To the north of the Pearl, at the northern end of the streetcar line is the Northwest District, also known as Nob Hill and also on the trendy side and with a variety of retail shops, bars, and restaurants along with plenty of lovely Victorians and tree-lined streets
Lots of interactive exhibits designed for kids
Has several outstanding collections and is regularly updated by moving exhibits