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Portland (/ ˈ p ɔːr t l ə n d / PORT-lənd) is a city in Victoria, Australia, and is the oldest European settlement in the state. It is also the main urban centre in the Shire of Glenelg and is located on Portland Bay.
Delve into history and get back to nature in this thriving city by the sea. Wander streets dotted with beautifully maintained heritage buildings and dine on great pub fare while overlooking the harbour. Head out into the blue to catch the perfect wave or a tuna or two.
- Portland Cable Trams. Many of the spots on this list are linked by a cable tram network that is not quite as old as it looks. The 3.7-kilometre line, running from Henty Park to the World War II Memorial Lookout, is a tourism initiative but also caters to the rail heritage enthusiasts who run the line as volunteers.
- Portland Powerhouse Motor and Car Museum. This transport museum is housed in Portland’s 1930s powerhouse, with its own stop on the tram route. With numerous rarities, the Powerhouse Motor and Car Museum stands out for its array of veteran, vintage and classic cars by marques like Dodge, Riley, Austin, Pontiac, Ford and Studebaker.
- Portland Botanical Gardens. Portland boasts of the oldest botanical gardens in Australia, and the second-oldest in Victoria. On a plot bounded by Salt Creek, the garden was designed in the 1850s by William Allitt and has held onto its original layout.
- Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Standing ten metres tall, the lighthouse among the heathland atop rugged Cape Nelson was completed in 1884. At that time a project of this size was a big undertaking, and the material for the project had to be carted via Portland from a quarry 11 kilometres away.
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Portland, Victoria is a scenic holiday destination located on the Western shore of Portland Bay. As the Western gateway to the Great Ocean Road and close to the South Australia border, this charming city is great for a holiday in and of itself or as a stop along your travels between Adelaide and Melbourne.
Located a little over 4hrs Melbourne, Portland is well worth the drive. Whether you’re a history buff, foodie, nature lover or adventurer get ready for a great weekend. Wander the beautifully maintained historic streets, dine at the many harbourside pubs and restaurants, visit the nearby 2000 local resident Australian and Fur seals and ...
Things to Do in Portland, Australia: See Tripadvisor's 5,856 traveller reviews and photos of Portland tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Portland. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
