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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Explore Powell’s with an author and insider

Learn all about the history and magic of the iconic Powell's Books, the world’s largest new and used bookstore. Local author, publisher, and longtime bookseller guides you through the aisles.

5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Discover Portland Farmers' Market with Local Chef

Take an insider look into the market and hear local stories, meet the people behind the food, find new things you've never tried before, and explore one of the country's top markets.

5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Taste cacao history and make a bar with an expert

Try ancient chocolate and craft a modern one at one of the few true U.S. chocolate houses.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Decode a Chinese Garden: Cultural Tales & Tea

Encounter the architectural marvels and cultural symbols of Lan Su Chinese Garden.

5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Design botanical jewelry with a floral artist

Inspire your inner creativity by designing one of a kind jewelry pieces with a floral designer using botanical textures such as bark, succulents sea pods, and flowers.

5 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

Discover aromatherapy with a local medicine woman

Explore the healing power and the stillness of ritual with plant medicine

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Hike Mount Tabor with a sober travel writer

Climb with nondrinkers, enjoy non-alcoholic drinks, and connect with new friends. Enjoy our wet and colorful autumn on Mount Tabor! Wear your rain jacket and boots.

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 1386 reviews

Hike Multnomah Falls and more in Columbia Gorge

See Multnomah and other waterfalls and viewpoints, learning about the forest and geology

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviews

Design your own fragrance

Create a personalized fragrance using raw ingredients and blending techniques.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 532 reviews

Pottery wheel lesson at an art studio

Shape your own pottery pieces in a comfy art studio with an experienced instructor.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews

Bake bread and visit bakeries with a food writer

Learn bread baking from start to finish and explore some of the city's best bread.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews

Walk around Portland to explore its soul

See Portland in parks, architecture and art at its center, and the activism in its heart

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 317 reviews

Immersive Chinese Tea Ceremony

Taste various Chinese teas, learn tea etiquette, and hear stories in a private tea house.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews

Create glass art in SE Portland

Craft 2-3 pieces in a hands-on flameworking session.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews

Bike and hike the Columbia Gorge waterfalls

Explore waterfalls and ride the historic highway in an intimate rainforest adventure

5 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews

Unreal Oregon Coast: Cannon Beach Haystack & Ecola

Explore breathtaking beaches, mind blowing forests, jaw-dropping geology, epic history & wonderful wildlife around a mystical town! Awesome all seasons and highest rated beach tour in state!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Preserve foods

Find out the basics of canning and preserving local produce in unique combinations.

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