The Portland Japanese Garden, set in the forested hills of Washington Park, is widely considered one of the most authentic and beautiful Japanese gardens outside Japan. A ticketed visit reveals a series of tranquil garden styles, from raked gravel and strolling ponds to a tea garden, threaded with streams, bridges, maples and moss, along with views over the city to Mount Hood. Serene, exquisitely maintained and deeply peaceful in every season, it is a place of great calm and beauty and a highlight of any visit to Portland.