Pendleton Underground Tour
Pendleton Underground Tour
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Bernie B
Richland, WA79 contributions
May 2022
Our group (15) of older adults spent a wonderful 90 minutes walking under the streets and businesses of Pendleton, Oregon, as well as visiting some of the historic buildings in the town. The tour was well worth the fee of $20, and our tour guidem Matt, was very knowledgeable and imparted interesting historic aspects of Pendleton. This is a MUST SEE if you're visiting Pendleton.
Written May 24, 2022
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JoJo
Oregon170 contributions
Apr 2021
Enjoyed it overall. Some interesting information and history. Especially liked the cozy rooms part and I wish we had more access to the rest of the underground.
Everyone on the tour wore masks, but the guide had the smallest plastic mouth shield possible (no cloth mask). Take that as good or bad, depending on your viewpoint.
Also, FYI, racism against the Chinese is talked about and for some people, the way it is presented, might come across as insensitive.
Not a bad tour or experience (for me) - just wanted to give people a heads up about some issues that they might want to consider.
Everyone on the tour wore masks, but the guide had the smallest plastic mouth shield possible (no cloth mask). Take that as good or bad, depending on your viewpoint.
Also, FYI, racism against the Chinese is talked about and for some people, the way it is presented, might come across as insensitive.
Not a bad tour or experience (for me) - just wanted to give people a heads up about some issues that they might want to consider.
Written May 7, 2021
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tumbleweedchris
Richland, WA954 contributions
Feb 2022
The Pendleton Underground Tour is a nearly 2 hour tour of above and below ground history. The price is $20 and it is best if you book your spot in advance. The tour covers a pretty large cross section of old west history. There are underground bars, speak easy, Chinese businesses and opium den, food storage, and business passages. The above ground portion focuses on a brothel tour. This was an excellent and well informed tour. Pendleton is an American West town and this tour represents that well. I recommend this tour and it is one of the best attractions in the region.
Written February 22, 2022
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Howard S
Yardley, PA222 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
This was one of the tours offered from our cruse ship. The place is interesting and has good knowledgeable guides. There were many businesses underground. the town was an R&R hangout for rich drunk workers. All of the 34 Brothels were located on the second floor so patrons had too go through existing businesses on the first floor. there are spiked fences below each second floor window to deter interlopers. There were also 42 bars in town. The tour was interesting but I was not very impressed. It had low ceilings cramped doors and in some places was musty.
Written November 13, 2023
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sdnancy
Meridian, ID33 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Don't miss this tour! So many interesting facts about early Pendleton. Our guide, Kricket, did an amazing job and the gift shop is worth looking at. If you do one thing in town, make sure this is at the top of your list. It's right in the middle of town so park by the Heritage Museum/ Chamber of Commerce and explore the downtown area. It's worth your time.
Written October 9, 2023
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michael w
2 contributions
Jul 2021
I understand that this country has a dark racist past and it was present in Pendleton. I was especially furious at the guide who explained that “ even though African Americans and Chinese weren’t allowed to go in to town after sundown and in the day ONLY if they were working for some slave owner, that the main Chinese laundry owner lived in a penthouse! They considered living in a pent house being underground 22 hours a day getting light end oxygen pumped down there being terrorized every day by white racist farmers and cowboys and when it flooded due to rain having your own separate place to endure flash flooding that killed many Chinese workers who were discarded with less dignity than a dog would get. Shame on you!!!!!
Written July 19, 2021
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Greg
Reedley, CA6 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
The guide was very informative as he explained the history of the ‘back rooms’ and the hidden historical treasures of Pendleton’s yesterdays. From the days of settlements to the days of Opium dens under the respectable shops to the north so respectable brothels our guide told the story with humor and as well as answered questions. Money and time we’ll spent.
Written May 1, 2022
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JuniperHawthorne
Moses Lake, Washington10 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
The tour was great! The guide was really knowledgeable and fun. My only complaint is that the tour group was way too big. It was difficult to see everything or to even be in the same area when she was speaking about stuff. It really took away from the experience.
Written August 8, 2023
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Brian J
Portland, OR160 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Very impressed with the story telling connections to the various underground rooms unearthed through the years. This tour has come a long way from its humble beginnings decades ago. Appreciate addressing the mixed past that led to the need to create an extensive town under the surface.
Written July 2, 2023
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Ambassador725824
24 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
My adult siblings and I had a great time on this tour. Our guide Jackie knew a lot and seemed passionate about passing it along. When you’re on the tour keep in mind that not everything happened at the same time in history. That was confusing for me at first. The video at the beginning was clearly made in the 80s or 90s so don’t let that influence how you feel about the tour. It was terrific!
Written August 13, 2023
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Karaleen H
12 contributions
How long does the tour take?
dennis d
Algonac, MI824 contributions
About 90 minutes
John P
Scappoose, OR120 contributions
Is it cool (temperature) in there in the hot weather?
ontheroadgal2016
Aldergrove, Canada125 contributions
I recall the tour guide saying that she loved giving the summer tours as they were very cool underground.
John P
Scappoose, OR120 contributions
Is it cool (temperature) in there in the hot weather?
Sheena C
34 contributions
It is cooler than the outside. It's authentic, old basements and underground. Some areas seem damp slightly but definitely cooler than normal outside temp. Now, the working girls are in an upstairs and that can get a little warm, but not too bad. It really is an awesome experience!
jspeoplelover
Portland, OR2 contributions
Is it heated?
ilubliner
Ashland, OR345 contributions
No, I don't think it's heated, but I don't remember being cold.
Lucy181803
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada3 contributions
What times are the tours and what time in the day do they start. We hope to be there around March 17
Wan2G0
Kennewick, WA8 contributions
I think it changes. I would call to find out to be sure. Their number is: 541-276-0730
Robin G
Livingston, NJ64 contributions
I have a group of four people. I want a tour of the underground and the area for the day.
OregonTravelLady
Willamette Valley, OR52 contributions
It is best to call in advance and book your tour with the Pendleton Underground. You can book a tour up to 6 months in advance. Current rate for the tour is $15.00 per person. Check their web site for current tour times and phone number.
Deanna T
Hood River, OR
i would like to know if this is going to open during our stay
we will be there nov. 16 thru nov. 18
Gene Ozzie O
Astoria, OR26 contributions
They should be open, but sometimes with Mondays you diffentely should try to connect by phone or e-mail as it is a slow and they might not be there.
themoons2014
Yelm, WA142 contributions
what time does the tour start?
stanleb434
Alameda, CA32 contributions
Call here for current schedules 541-276-0730. I think they base the start times more on how many reservations they get than a specific schedule.
Plc1949
Eagle River, AK2 contributions
When is it open and should we make reservations in advance
Kristy1971
Libby, MT24 contributions
Can anyone tell me what the prices are? I will be in Pendleton next month and am really interested.
John S
Keizer, OR121 contributions
Go to their website where you can get information. You will need to call ahead about the Tours and schedule. $15.00/person. I grew up in Umatilla County, loved the tour.
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