Made In Portland: A Hands-On Maker Tour (Private Charter)
4 Hours | Family-Friendly or 21+ | $625 + $30 Per Person (Materials Fee)
Explore Portland on the Maker Trail
Portland is known for its creative spirit, from frontier-era resourcefulness to today's DIY culture. We celebrate artists and artisans! This tour will take you on an immersive journey into the workshops, studios, and shops of some of the city's most talented artisans.
This curated experience celebrates the craftsmanship, creativity, and independent businesses that make Portland unique, with opportunities for tastings, hands-on activities, and personal connections with local makers.
This is sustainable tourism by design, putting tourism dollars directly into the hands of the artists responsible for helping to create Portland's cultural identity.
Begin in the heart of the Pearl District with a behind-the-scenes look at a bean-to-bar chocolate shop. Enjoy a guided tasting and discover how ethically sourced cacao is transformed into delicious, handcrafted confections.
From there, explore a selection of Portland's fascinating maker spaces, thoughtfully chosen based on the day and availability. You might visit a family-run leather studio, where traditional craftsmanship meets modern design, with an opportunity to personalize a handcrafted keepsake.
Or try your hand at a traditional letterpress studio and hand-bindery, creating a one-of-a-kind printed souvenir using time-honored techniques.
Other possibilities include visiting a custom hat maker to discover the artistry of millinery, exploring a small-batch craft distillery, or discovering an eclectic artisan marketplace filled with distinctive gifts, home goods, and creative treasures. You might also visit a handcrafted skincare studio, where natural ingredients are transformed into beautiful, small-batch beauty products.
Throughout the experience, meet passionate makers, hear their stories, and gain a deeper appreciation for the skill, imagination, and entrepreneurial spirit behind their creations.
Every tour offers a unique combination of stops with tastings, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences depending on the artisans we visit.
This is Portland, handcrafted.
