What to do and see in Oregon, United States: The Best Architectural Buildings

January 20, 2022 Roseanne Arnett

Discover the best top things to do in Oregon, United States including Vista House, Pittock Mansion, John Ross Tower, Museum of Whimsy, U.S. Bank Building, Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, U.S. Bancorp Tower, KOIN Building, Old Town, The Portland Building.
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1. Vista House

40700 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Corbett, OR 97019-9725 +1 503-695-2230 [email protected] http://www.vistahouse.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 655 reviews

Vista House

It's an odd structure, a stone octagon in "German art nouveau" style.

Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States

We returned to Vista House on the Columbia Gorge area. This is a historic building. From this area on the historic highway, we like to see the impressive views of the Columbia River.

2. Pittock Mansion

3229 NW Pittock Dr, Portland, OR 97210-5099 +1 503-823-3623 [email protected] http://pittockmansion.org/
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4.5 based on 2,529 reviews

Pittock Mansion

Built in 1914, Pittock Mansion was a modern home with unique architecture and the latest technology. Experience the story of Portland through the lives of one of its most influential families and get to know the pioneer spirit behind its transformation from “stumptown” to modern, industrial city.

Reviewed By backpacker31 - Boynton Beach, United States

This is a must-see when in Portland. It’s location close to downtown Portland (but feels a world away) makes it a perfect excursion. I took the self-guided tour of the mansion’s interior which was well worth the $12 cost of admission. The (at that time) state-of-the-art household features such as recessed lighting, massaging/spa shower, individually controlled lighting, thermostat, refrigeration room and local/long distance telephone system are incredible. Although most of the household furnishings are not original to the house (or the Pittock family), I found it quite fascinating to learn how they acquired these from other local families in similar sociology-economic circles who lived at the time as the Pittocks. The history of the home’s construction, it’s decline and subsequent abandonment and its massive restoration is amazing. The grounds are lovely and the front lawn has some of the best views overlooking Portland and beyond (on a clear day you can see Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens and more).

3. John Ross Tower

3601 SW River Pkwy, Portland, OR 97239-4553
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

John Ross Tower

4. Museum of Whimsy

1215 Duane St, Astoria, OR 97103-4006 +1 425-417-6512 [email protected] http://www.museumofwhimsy.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Museum of Whimsy

Two floors of fanciful, odd, whimsical, quirky displays dating from the 1850s through to today. Housed in a historic 1925 bank building renovated in a grand style.

5. U.S. Bank Building

Portland, OR
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

This building offers interesting architectural design.

6. Shelton McMurphey Johnson House

303 Willamette St Off of Third and Pearl Streets, Eugene, OR 97401-2600 +1 541-484-0808 [email protected] http://www.smjhouse.org/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 50 reviews

Shelton McMurphey Johnson House

The Shelton McMurphey Johnson House is Eugene, Oregon's Victorian house museum. It is open for tours and available for rentals. On display are period furniture, glassware, and photos of historic Eugene, as well as changing exhibits.

Reviewed By Expedition601587

The Shelton McMurphey Johnson House has been a landmark in Eugene for more than a century and is our favorite stop on our Eugene tour. Although many changes have been made over the years, the house – with its carved and turned exterior woodwork, polygonal tower, ornate open porches, and large bay windows – remains Eugene’s most elaborate example of late-Victorian Queen Anne Revival style architecture.

7. U.S. Bancorp Tower

111 SW 5th Ave Ste 1250, Portland, OR 97204-3604 +1 503-275-4723 http://www.unicoprop.com/prop/usbancorp.aspx
Excellent
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4.0 based on 21 reviews

U.S. Bancorp Tower

8. KOIN Building

222 SW Columbia St, Portland, OR 97201-6600 +1 503-223-8040 [email protected]
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

KOIN Building

9. Old Town

Main Street, Mitchell, OR 97750 http://www.mitchelloregon.us/
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Old Town

10. The Portland Building

1150 Southwest Fifth Ave, Portland, OR 97204
Excellent
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3.5 based on 16 reviews

The Portland Building

Designed by architect, Michael Graves.

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