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Washington Park vs Lan Su Chinese Garden

Both Washington Park and Lan Su Chinese Garden are recommended by writers. On balance, Lan Su Chinese Garden ranks significantly higher than Washington Park. Lan Su Chinese Garden has a TripExpert Score of 91 with praise from 10 publications including Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.

Washington Park
Washington Park
8 / 10
SW Park Place, Portland, OR 97210
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Hoyt Arboretum showcases more than 1000 species of native and exotic trees and has 12 miles of walking trails. It's prettiest in the fall." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This park has enough sights and attractions that it’s easy to spend a full day here. If time is short, though, focus on the International Rose Garden." Full review
Where Where
"Washington Park is set on 546 acres on the city’s West Hills, where it overlooks downtown Portland and east beyond into the mountains." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Unlike Forest Park, most of Washington Park has been landscaped to serve as a setting for its acclaimed gardens, zoo and nature-related attractions. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"You could spend days and days exploring this spectacular 410-acre city park, one of Portland’s oldest and most beautiful, and easily accessed from downtown." 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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