Peaceful Places Portland: 103 Tranquil Sites in the Rose City and Beyond

Life in a great metropolis can go from exciting to overwhelming. Thank goodness there are remedies, and you’ll find them in Paul Gerald’s Peaceful Places: Portland This local writer knows where to decompress―and when to visit popular attractions without the crowds. In these pages, he leads you to:
* 10 Day Trips & Overnights
* 9 Enchanting Walks
* 9 Historic Sites
* 4 Museums & Galleries
* 10 Outdoor Habitats
* 11 Parks & Gardens
* 15 Quiet Tables
* 5 Reading Rooms
* 5 Scenic Vistas
* 12 Shops & Services
* 5 Spiritual Enclaves
* 8 Urban SurprisesMany sites are free, and Gerald tells you how to reach nearly all of them by public transportation. Geared to local residents, tourists, and business travelers, Peaceful Places: Portland reveals the calm, cool, collected side of a bustling hometown and a 24/7 destination. So take a deep breath and enjoy this unusual guide.