Pittock Mansion
A French Renaissance mansion built in 1914 for a newspaper tycoon. Its lawn, about 300 meters above sea level, is the best viewpoint over the city and Mount Hood.
The mansion was built by Henry Pittock, owner of The Oregonian newspaper. Original furniture, a marble staircase, and the central heating and telephone system, which were advanced for their time, are preserved inside, and visitors can explore its 23 rooms on their own. The mansion lawn is free, and on clear days you can see Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams, and the city skyline all at once, making it a classic spot for panoramic city photos. Mansion admission is about US$15, and it is open daily from about 10:00 to 16:00. Some hours in January are closed for maintenance. You can hike up from the Wildwood Trail in Forest Park, or drive.
Opening hours
Mansion approx. 10:00–16:00; lawns approx. 05:00–22:00
Nearby sights
- Hoyt Arboretum
- Portland Japanese Garden
- International Rose Test Garden
- Oregon Zoo
- Forest Park
- Portland Farmers Market at PSU
- Portland Art Museum
- Powell's City of Books