Portland Sunrise Aerial Tram & Doughnuts
About this activity
Highlights
- Breathtaking sunrise views over Portland
- Scenic aerial tram ride experience
- Freshly baked doughnuts to enjoy
- Beverage of choice included
- Perfect start to your day in Portland
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip aerial tram ride
- Freshly baked doughnuts
- Beverage of choice
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
We will stop in to a coffee shop, with the opportunity to purchase the unique fusion of the owners' Moroccan and German heritages
We will experience the doughnuts locals call "worth waiting in line for."
From the top to the bottom, the Aerial Tram is a quick ride; we'll take our time at the top and then descend down together to the Lower Tram Terminal. Here, we'll learn more about why the tram was installed at OHSU, and what it means to the city and its visitors.
OHSU is Portland's biggest employer and an architectural marvel, perched as it is on top of a tall, narrow peak of the Tualatin mountains. Thanks to its dedication to patient well-being, the teaching hospital and research facility is packed with art, some of which we'll experience before boarding the tram.
Pass by: We'll introduce you our favorite bridge, the Tilikum; and learn why it came to be here, and what makes it so special (and, at its launch, controversial).
We'll pass through the South Waterfront neighborhood (where we will pick up doughnuts!)
Important information
Know before you book
- This experience is subject to weather conditions; check the forecast before booking.
- Reservations are required; book in advance to secure your spot.
- The tram ride is approximately 15 minutes each way.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for early morning temperatures.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning sunrise views.
- Arrive at the tram station at least 15 minutes before departure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
Nice way to start the day.
Tour guide was really knowledgeable about the neighborhood and Portland in general. She’d grown up there in the 50s. Beautiful view. Fun to learn something new about the city.
Nancy was our tour guide...
Nancy was our tour guide and now I need her to do every tour that I ever go on for the rest of my life.
Tour name is misleading, not a “sunrise” tour
Our tour guide was wonderful, however, we booked a “sunrise” tram ride with coffee and donuts. Sunrise was at 5 we found out and it was explained that tours don’t start that early. You should really change the tour name to remove “sunrise” as it’s very misleading. We also had to buy our own coffee which we thought was part of the ticket price. We were just very confused by it all. Having said all of this, we were very pleased with the tour guide and what we learned. We realize she has nothing to do with how the tour is marketed. I would recommend the tour as it’s beautiful views, but just let people know they’re not going to see the sun come up.
Loved it! Highly recommend!
Sarah was fabulous! We loved the stops for coffee and donuts. She made the tram ride more interesting with information about the city. She has a great and fun personality that makes the experience even better. Would definitely do it again.
Our tour guide often...
Our tour guide often walked at the front of the group talking forward, not often audible. It appeared she read off the hospital timeline wall about the history, something we could have done. She was very nice . We really wanted the sunrise experience, which isn’t available this time of year. Maybe we could have done it ourselves . Disappointing.