Portland Aerial Tram - Lower Terminal — Attraction in Portland

As always the Portland Aerial Tram is the most enjoyable way to visit OHSU up on the hill. Rates are reasonable, but if you are visiting or have an appointment up there it is free! Just check in at the front desk above the parking garage for free passes. You can also get your parking pass validated there.

Kids and first-time riders are automatically given a "front of the car" spot, and the smiles and laughter over the reactions to the ride are universal.

This tram is available to the general public for a very reasonable fee, and it makes for an enjoyable experience just for the fun of it. If you want to make a lunch date of it, that works too! There's a very nice little cafe just inside the 5th floor tram landing, as well as one outdoor and two indoor seating areas with STUNNING views of the entire...

The round trip costs $8.50, but considering the panoramic view of Portland’s skyline, I find it to be a reasonable price. Although primarily a facility for hospital staff and patients, tourists can take a quick ride up and down while exploring the waterfront, which adds a delightful touch to their journey. As mentioned, since the primary purpose is to facilitate hospital operations, the speed is slightly fast, which may not be ideal for sightseeing but is not necessarily a significant drawback for visitors. It’s part of my recommended Portland travel itinerary. Upon arrival, there’s a café inside the hospital that uses Stumptown coffee beans. Grab a cup of coffee and sit at the observation deck to relax and enjoy the view at...

Cool tram ride with a great view of the city. Affordable & accessible. Its primarily used to transport healthcare workers and patients to the hospital, so keep that in mind & be considerate of those folks travelling for that purpose. As a tourist you may want to wait for the next tram to be first in line so you get a window view as it can get very busy. Nice observation area at the top. We went midday and rented a city bike to get there - there is a bike rental drop off station right at the...