Timeline
14:36
Grab a coffee or light breakfast at Higgins. As Oregon’s original farm-to-table restaurant, it is a premier spot for a true taste of the region. Arriving early ensures you get a seat before the lunch rush.
15:26
Walk to Source Fountain Plaza. The modest brick plaza with its small mountain spring fountain is best viewed in the soft morning light. It is located in the SW 2nd Ave pedestrianway, near its south end and SW Lincoln St.
16:36
End your walk at Laughing Planet. This vegan restaurant offers an easy and less-expensive option with vegetarian and vegan dishes. There is a small outside dining area if the weather is nice.
Local tip
Higgins is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. On the day of your visit, the golden light starts around 16:06, but this plan is designed for the quiet morning hours before the city wakes up.
Check before you go
- Higgins is closed Mon Tue. Open Sun Wed Thu 11:30AM-9:30PM, Fri 11:30AM-10:30PM, Sat 5-10:30PM.
- Laughing Planet is open Mo-Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 11:00-21:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Portland (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).