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Pioneer Courthouse Square vs Lan Su Chinese Garden

Both are endorsed by experts. Overall, Lan Su Chinese Garden scores slightly higher than Pioneer Courthouse Square. Lan Su Chinese Garden is ranked #3 in Portland with approval from 10 reviews such as Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.

Pioneer Courthouse Square
Pioneer Courthouse Square
8 / 10
701 Southwest Sixth Avenue, Portland, OR 97204
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Fodor's Fodor's
"In many ways the living room, public heart, and commercial soul of downtown, Pioneer Square is not entirely square, rather an amphitheater-like brick piazza." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The heart of downtown Portland, this brick plaza is nicknamed 'Portland's living room' and is the most visited public space in the city." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Spend any time in Pioneer Courthouse Square and you'll find that it's ground zero for the alternative lifestyle embraced by the city." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Portland's living room. Sit down a bit. Unless it's raining."
Where Where
"Food vendors, a flower stand, a Starbucks and public restrooms add to the charm of Pioneer Courthouse Square, and the city’s light-rail system runs on two sides of the square." Full review
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Lan Su Chinese Garden
Lan Su Chinese Garden
9 / 10
239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR 97209
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Fodor's Fodor's
"It's the largest Suzhou-style garden outside China, with a large lake, bridged and covered walkways, koi- and water lily–filled ponds... waterfalls, and courtyards." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Plenty of passersby walk by this tranquil sanctuary... without even noticing it’s there; one doesn’t expect to find a garden amid the concrete and bustle of Old Town." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"A lovely place to regain some inner peace and admire the gorgeous gardens." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Kind of like China! (Except without the smog and communism...)."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This classical chinese garden is a one-block haven of tranquillity, reflecting ponds and manicured greenery. Guided tours are available with admission." Full review
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