Sunrise, Doughnuts and Coffee on the Aerial Tram

Overview

The early tour guest gets the spectacular views. We’ll pick you up in central downtown Portland, and swing by one of our favorite coffee roasters for a chance to pick up coffee (or tea). At OHSU, we’ll walk with you to the Aerial Tram. We’ll ride up this feat of Italian engineering up to the top as the early sun reveals the city’s glowing colors. Once there, depending on sunrise timing and weather, we'll watch the sun crest the horizon, or check out the city views in the early morning light.

After we ride back to the bottom, we'll tell you the story of the bridge and its quixotic lights, and orient you to the city whose east-west divider lies before us.

The Aerial Tram was built in 2006 to connect the main campus of Oregon Health Sciences University with the new neighborhood of the South Waterfront. We will be joining students and medical staff on their daily tram ride!

City: Portland

Fri 15 Aug

Other dates

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Starting at $54.00

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Fri 15 Aug

Starting at $54.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

A doughnut from one of Portland's best purveyors

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Oregon Health & Science University

OHSU is Portland's biggest employer and an architectural marvel, perched as it is on top of a tall, narrow peak of the Tualatin mountains. Thanks to its dedication to patient well-being, the teaching hospital and research facility is packed with art, some of which we'll experience before boarding the tram.

South Waterfront Park

We'll pass through the South Waterfront neighborhood (where we will pick up doughnuts!)

Tilikum Crossing

We'll introduce you our favorite bridge, the Tilikum; and learn why it came to be here, and what makes it so special (and, at its launch, controversial).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (9)

108dalep

Feb 2020

Very disappointed. Weather aside, it was very much a RIP off. If you want to ride this tram, its $5. Don't waste your time on this $45 tour. No cool sites. 1 donut and 1/2 cup coffee.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

I'm so sorry you were disappointed by the very foggy weather the morning of your tour. Our guides heard your feedback throughout the morning and wished we could provide something better, but we couldn't do anything in the moment to change how the fog impacted your experience. We too love the expansive views of the city that we usually see! We are happy to provide you with a voucher toward another tour on a prettier day (and thanks for your feedback about the coffee, we have since changed to order coffee individually).

Carlo_C

Dec 2019

Sarah and Edwin were great tour guides and their enthusiasm and friendliness were evident! This is a must-do in Portland!

pattitheyounger

Dec 2019

The sunrise was spectacular! My friends and I started our first full day in Portland with a trip on the Aerial Tram (and of course, great coffee and donuts) with Sarah and Edwin at Around Portland Tours. It was the perfect way to start our trip; they gave us great photo opps, great welcome, and an extensive overview of the city in just a short time. It was an incredible value!