A PORTLAND WALK WITH THE LADIES

What do you miss if you skip the Portland walk?

Trees planted in brick walk ways? Always fun.

The street lamps like the one in the top left?

Wooden models are part of the Oregon Historical Society collection, and they are beautiful.

One question on Oregonians’ minds: Is Portland safe to walk?

 

The media loves a good Portland scare story. And look, I get it. The city went through some growing pains a few years back.

But as someone who has lived here for over 30 years, I can tell you with confidence: the Portland you saw on the news in 2020 and the Portland you’ll actually experience as a visitor today are two very different cities.

And honestly? The real one is having a moment. Downtown is bouncing back, the energy is returning, and it’s noticeable.

 

 

The bus mall carries people in and out of the city.

People like a clean departure.

What about for those sticking around?

 

A Different Look

Head toward the river from the bus lines and Portland takes a decidedly different vibe.

Cross Adler at 4th and what do you see?

 

 

This isn’t small town quaint, it’s big city get down, and if you’re not on your game, follow the signs.

These are the ancient streets of Portland, stump town, the clearing, along with everything else cities are all about.

A little trashy? A little dirty? You don’t have to go to Seattle for that.

 

 

Where To Get Downtowned On A Portland Walk

Step into the Rialto and get blown away by the Mel Bown B-3 Organ Group.

Mel Brown?

That Mel Brown.

 

PS: 

Take a Portland walk. Look for more in the future.

 

PS:

Are you making plans yet? I am. Big plans. Really big.