Although not easily accessible by public transportation, this former home of newspaper publisher, Pittock is definitely worth visiting. It has a very special marble staircase, fine paintings by Thomas Hill and Worthington Whittredge, and fine views of verdant Portland from its windows. The grounds of the Pittock Mansion have superb floral displays. The staff of this mansion also taught me... more

Very interesting and informative. We had a guided tour--which was wonderful. I highly recommend taking the guided tour if it is being offered. This took approximately hour.. You learn so much about the family that lived here and the home. Also, if you want to pack a picnic lunch you can eat lunch on the grounds (i am pretty sure... more

Time slows when you get to the Pittock Mansion and step back to experience a turn of last century home and life style. The restored mansion, grounds and gatekeeper's lodge have been done to portray the character of the era. The furniture and household items are all period pieces. Interwoven with the views of the era is the personal story... more

We were visiting a relative who lives in Beaverton and this was a place that she said was very nice to visit and had lovely gardens. I'm so glad we didn't miss seeing this fantastic mansion and the view...It was a couple summers ago and at the time Mt St. Helens was spitting up alot so you couldn't see Her... more

My husband and I visited Pittock Mansion this last summer while on vacation in Portland. The mansion, grounds, and views are absolutely beautiful! We took a tour through the mansion with one of the docents. He was extremely knowledgeable and gave many interesting facts about how and why certain rooms in the mansion where constructed. It was lovely to spend... more

We visited the mansion during Christmas 2001. It was beautifully decorated and the staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. The grounds are a treat as well. It was worth the price of admission and the gift shop was pretty good. It's a bit of an uphill hike if you take mass transit but it looked like there was plenty of... more

The Pittock Mansion is an unbelievable Historic site. I just took a trip there and I was amazed with the atmosphere. It really feels like you jumped back in time. I can't imagine a person not being amazed. more