First let me say, I'm a writer. That said, I wasn't super interested in going to a massive bookstore, however famous. Although, when I thought about it, I realized how much I enjoy an hour or two in just a good Barnes & Noble, not to mention a local spot. A Portland native friend of mine told me I HAD... more

Powells is my favorite store in the whole world! I am a major book worm and if you can't find what you are looking for at Powell's, chances are you'll never find it! The store is so huge that you can literally (pun intended) get lost in here. Luckily the store is color-coded and there are even store maps available.... more

Powells has several locations in Portland,we only went to this one. Three floors and many rooms of books, could spend the day or days there. Staff is very helpful and knows where everything is immediately. Great time, nice coffe shop. Gotta go there!!!! Parking lot across the street...have to pay but it's for the whole day, $8.95. Can catch bus... more

There's an overwhelming selection of books and staff is so friendly. It's so nice I'd hug the building <3 more

There really isn't much to say about Powell's, but if you love books, great bargins, and need to find a hard to find book, then this is your place. Simply stated, this place is huge and has more books than I could believe. Not only were there great deals on on many of the tables, but when I went to... more

From my description, the main bookstore is a library. Powell has a huge collection of various interests, some that the big name stores don't usually carry. If you are lucky, you may be able to find very good deal on used or older edition books. The only regret that I had is not having enough time there. On the good... more

I absolutely loved this place. Great atmosphere, awesome selection, and friendly staff. Located right downtown, you could easily spend all day in here looking at books. more

I was recently in Portland and made a stop to Powell's. My only regret is that I did not give myself enough time to shop! They have about 7 different rooms full of books (get the map or else you might get lost). There are books you see in an everyday bookstore, but a lot of the books are gently... more

I liked it! I'm not a huge reader but it was fun to go and look around. The store is cool because it take up so much interior space that you forget you are in a city! more