Over ten thousand rose bushes spread across four acres on a hillside above the city. Portland earned its City of Roses nickname honestly, and this garden — operating since 1917 — is the proof. Peak bloom is June, when the fragrance alone is worth the trip. The view of Mount Hood rising above the city skyline is one of those moments that makes you understand why people move here.
Insider tip
Visit in early June during peak bloom. The Shakespeare Garden section is the most romantic corner. Go in the morning before the tour buses.
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