Where are you staying? There are some parts of the core downtown (Old Town) that you might want to avoid, but the rest of Portland is not what the media portrays. Hell, even my family in the burbs (Beaverton, Cornelius) think it’s some crazy wasteland and constantly ask us if we feel safe and I have to laugh at them every time.
Go for a walk, rent a bike, and check out the amazing restaurant and brewery scene!
Go for a walk, rent a bike, and check out the amazing restaurant and brewery scene!