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How Much Does Portland Cost?
A complete daily budget breakdown for Portland — from backpacker to luxury traveler.
Quick Budget Summary
Budget
$70
/day
$490 for 7 days
Mid-Range
$160
/day
$1120 for 7 days
Luxury
$400
/day
$2800 for 7 days
Current Hotel Prices
Daily Cost Breakdown
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury
Accommodation
$25
Hostels, guesthouses
$64
3-star hotels, Airbnb
$180
5-star hotels, boutiques
Food
$21
Street food, diners
$40
Casual restaurants
$80
Fine dining
Transport
$11
Public transit, walking
$24
Metro + occasional rideshare
$60
Private car, Uber Black
Activities
$14
Free museums, parks
$32
Paid attractions, tours
$80
VIP experiences, private guides
Total / Day
$70
$160
$400
Money-Saving Tips for Portland
- ✓Powell's City of Books on Burnside is a world unto itself — budget two hours minimum
- ✓Eat at the food cart pods: Cartopia on SE Division and Hawthorne Asylum have dozens of options
- ✓MAX light rail runs from the airport to downtown for $2.50 and is reliable
- ✓Drive 30 minutes to Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge — free and stunning year-round
- ✓Visit during shoulder season (June to September) for the best balance of weather and prices
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