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Published May 2, 2018

Take This Guided Kayak Tour In Oregon For An Unforgettable Experience

Kayak Tillamook County offers guided kayak tours along the Oregon Coast, featuring marine life and stunning scenery for all skill levels.

Published May 2, 2018

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Published Oct 31, 2023

7 Unique Experiences That Should Be On Everyone’s Oregon Bucket List

Published Oct 31, 2023

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Sarah Vanbuskirk

Our state is filled with beauty and adventure but we sometimes forget to explore all the wonder around us in our home. That's why it's great to play tourist and visit (or revisit) some of the many cool attractions in the local area. And you don't need to do a ton of research or wait for friends to come to town to discover these Oregon hidden gems, simply sign up for a tour on Viator and let the experts do the work.

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So, if you're looking for some fun, exciting, and unique experiences to do in Oregon, check out these seven bucket list-worthy ideas from Viator.

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Yes, I've seen the falls and the surrounding scenic area many times but experiencing it by bike and a guided hiking tour will be amazing.

2. I'm also keen to learn more about the ghoulish history of Portland via the Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings.

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I also recommend stopping in at Old Town Pizza before or after your tour for some delicious pizza and brews.

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3. This scenic 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise on Willamette River is sure to delight everyone in your group.

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I've always wanted to take a boat ride down the Willamette!

4. I'm especially excited about this trip: Half-Day Columbia River Gorge and Waterfall Hiking Tour.

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Oregon is home to amazing waterfalls, secret freshwater pools, and hiking trails, some of which you get to discover on this tour.

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5. I'm all about eating new and delicious foods, so the All-Inclusive Downtown Portland Food Tour is right up my alley.

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On this tour, participants get to unearth some exciting eateries that most people don't know about.

6. Sure, you've been to the beach, but taking a tour will give you the inside scoop.

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Try the Oregon Coast Day Trip: Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock to get to tour two of Oregon's best beaches.

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7. And if you're 21 and over, don't forget to explore Oregon's famed wine country.

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We recommend Viator's Willamette Valley Character Winery Tour.

For more information on these unique and other unique experiences, visit the Viator website. Remember, if your excursion includes a drive, you may want to stock up on car-friendly snacks and/or stop for a meal before or after your adventure.

Please leave us a comment to let us know about your experience and if you have any other recommendations for bucket list-worthy activities in Oregon.

Experiences|Tours

Published Oct 24, 2023

The Haunted Ghost Tour In Oregon Is A Paranormal Experience Like No Other

Published Oct 24, 2023

Written by

Sarah Vanbuskirk

Want an extra scare for a friend group activity, date night, or while touring Portland? If so, consider signing up for the Shanghai Tunnel Haunted Beer Tasting Tour. This exciting evening tour is sure to add a little fright to your night! Spooktacular, haunting fun, to be exact.

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Learn about Portland's shady, scary history in this tour that shows you entrances to the Shanghai tunnels under Old Town.

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Knowledgeable guides will share all the spooky details.

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Many of these famed tunnels run below Old Town Pizza, which is housed in the former Merchant Hotel building, which was built in 1880.

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The tunnels were used for nefarious activities, such as the drug trade, transporting illegal goods, and kidnapping people to work on ships.

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You'll also get to taste local beers. But watch out for Nina, Old Town Pizza's resident ghost!

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The tour is available for guests 21 and older.

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Just be sure to stay with your group as you wouldn't want to get lured down an abandoned tunnel by a ghost!

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For more information or to book your excursion, go to the Virgin Experience Gifts Shanghai Tunnel Haunted Beer Tasting Tour webpage. If your scary tour is part of a road trip, you may want to stock up on car-friendly snacks for the drive there. But be sure to stay in Old Town for a few slices of famous Old Town Pizza after (or before) your tour. This delicious pizza spot is a true hidden gem in Oregon!

Leave a comment to let us know about any other spooky tours in Oregon we should try. And if you take the Shanghai Tunnel Haunted Beer Tasting Tour, definitely let us know about your experience.

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