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Pittock Mansion

4.4 (507 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Aarone M.

Definitely worth the time! Beautiful place and amazing views! It's great to see a piece of history preserved so well.

Great view of the city
Gustavo E.

After a long hike to the Pittock Mansion, the view made it worth the trouble. It offered sweeping views of the city and the best part is, you do not need to pay for it. You have to pay to go inside the mansion but most people were just walking around and going to the view.

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Deedee C.

I come here for sunset views of Portland not the mansion itself. The mansion is nice though admission is a little pricey and it's worth going once. After that, come here for one of the best views of Portland. All the publicly accessible spaces are so nice already. In spring, the flowers in the front entryway are in full bloom and they are beautifully arranged. At the back of the mansion, you can walk into the backyard and access the view point. You'll also see some nice Japanese maple trees and Monarch Mansion, a garden dedicated to butterflies that's just past the viewing point. Parking is paid but no one really checks during evenings

Fall foliage ;)
Ben C.

Pleasantly surprised how enjoyable the Pittock Mansion is to visit. Besides the complimentary gaze through the dining room window, the historical mansion offers a relaxing paved stroll around the property filled with beautiful landscaping and horizon views of downtown Portland. Unexpectedly was discovering the hiking trails that are connected to the southern portion of Forest Park. Many cyclists pedaling the challenge to crank up and down the hill. Paid parking at the top.

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Jay H.

Very beautiful view of the city. We didn't go inside due to timing and having our dog but outside looking in, it's beautiful. Bonus is there is a few trails around the space also for walking / hiking / running . Family friendly, pets are able to go also but not inside the mansion.

The view outside
Kait L.

Beautifully kept property and landscaping with a nice view of Downtown Portland. There are tours available, or you can walk around outside for free. There is a cost for parking though.

Sara G.

The Pittock Mansion, once home to publisher Henry Pittock, is a beautiful mansion and property in Portland. This historic estate has early 20th-century architecture and history on the Pittock family's legacy. The real highlight, though, is the panoramic view--it's one of the best spots to take in the entire city of Portland. A perfect mix of history, beauty, and breathtaking scenery! So much history here. Protip... grab a snack off the blueberry bushes.

Kim G.

This gorgeous 46-room French Renaissance style chateau, now a Portland historical landmark, was built in 1914 by publisher Henry Pittock and his wife, Georgiana. While strolling the grounds, it will come as no sunrise that Georgiana was an avid gardner, she was even an original founding member of the Portland Rose Show which was established in 1869. Roses, as well as other flowers and flowering trees, are an integral part of the formal gardens that surround the estate, creating a serene and elegant landscape. Located at the highest spot in the West Hills with sweeping, panoramas views of the city below, it's truly breathtaking. The lush green of Forest Park leads right up to the parking area for those wanting to make their way there via the various trails. Even if you don't buy a ticket to explore the mansion itself, it's worth a visit to the walk around the park-like grounds and take in the view. There are several picnic tables located at the viewing area, and benches under a magnificent old tree, so you can sit and enjoy at your leisure. Inside you will marvel at all the "modern" conveniences - a central vacuum system, a walk-in refrigerator, central intercom - all way ahead of their time! Decorated with luxurious lighting, furniture, rugs and accessories that the wealthy could afford, it's as much a museum as an estate. During Christmas, Pittock Mansion pis adorned with garlands, and trees, and holiday decor - a lovely time to visit. There is a large parking lot with parking meters, or use Parking kitty. Walking around the grounds is free. Tickets to tour the inside can be purchased online or at the gift store in front of the mansion. Adults: $15.50 Seniors (65+): $13.50 Youth (ages 6-18): $11.50 Children (under 6): FREE Throughout the year, they offer architectural tours, talks in the garden, lecture series and more. Visit their website for all the info.

Susanna L.

Must see if you're visiting Portland. We went on January 3rd, 2025 and the Christmas decorations were still up. The mansion is beautiful and the holiday add-ons made it even more spectacular. The tour is self-guided which we appreciated very mixy

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Gwen Z.

Everything about this place is wonderful! Walking around the grounds outdoors is spectacular with the views. The inside tour is definitely worth taking. Fascinating to see such a beautiful old home. There is a fee for parking. As well as an admission fee.

Victoria H.

I recently got to visit the Pittock mansion and it was such a joy to visit! We were in town from Seattle, and decided to visit it. Admission price was very reasonable. The mansion is absolutely lovely. You learn all about the history and culture and success story of the Pittock family. The mansion was well decorated and absolutely stunning windows and architecture. It has a lot of modern technology for its time and what was considered modern then. They even have a working elevator which still works to this day. It's the original elevator! There is a lot of space to move around and each room you visit is clearly labeled. There is also a behind the scenes tour that you can take advantage of if you pay a little extra. We took the behind the scenes tour with Nancy, our tour guide, and she was just lovely. She explained everything in detail and gave us a great tour. I highly recommend the behind the scenes tour. It does get busy there in the summer as it is a major tourist destination for Portland. Overall, I highly recommend a visit to the Pittock Mansion and the behind the scenes tour. You will enjoy it if you enjoy history and architecture!

Kassandra I.

Amazing property with a gorgeous view! The drive up is a little sketchy as it's one lane so you have to watch for oncoming traffic. Plenty of parking for a fee and there is a fee to get into the mansion buildings. You can walk the grounds for free and check out the view.

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Aiden L.

This place is a gem of old Portland history with stunning architecture and amazing views. Totally worth a visit! Parking's paid. You can use the restrooms once you're inside, but not that clean.

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Ask the Community - Pittock Mansion

About how long is the tour?

Most people take the self-guided tour because they offer very few guided tours.

Can I come to check out the view before the mansion opens? Does security allow that?

Yes. You can walk all over and never set foot in the mansion and there are hiking trails too. It's almost as if the grounds and the mansion are separate. There is a small paid parking lot. From there you can wander and never pay to go inside the… Read more

Can I come after closing just for the view? Or are there gates?

Yes, but only until 9:00pm. There are no gates but overnight security does not allow people to linger near the mansion after 9:00pm.

On average, how long would a self-guided tour take?

I would allow at least two hours or longer. There is a lot to see and take in both inside and outside.

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