Hillsboro is one of the wonderful cities in the state of Oregon, known for its old-fashioned charm and excitement. The city is ideally located just twenty minutes from another wonderful city known as Portland. The city is home to some of the most exotic and refreshing parks, important historical sites, and rural beauty that attract people from all over the world.
Hillsboro enjoys the status of the county seat of Washington. As the city is located around the Tualatin Valley of Portland metropolitan area, many high-tech companies prefer to establish themselves in the city. Some of the major high-tech companies such as FEI, Intel, Planner Systems and many more offer opportunities for large operators with them.
The city is very close to the city of Portland, so city guests can also enjoy the fun and excitement of the urban city. The city’s must-see festivals and events include the Mt. Hood Jazz Festival, the Portland Trailblazers at the Rose Garden Arena, and several other attractions.
Hillsboro is one of the best places in the world to play golf. This place is like a golfer’s paradise, offering an excellent and ideal setting for playing golf with a pleasant and rejuvenating atmosphere all year round. Two of the most popular golf courses, such as McKay Creek and Orenco Woods, are located in the center of town, while some of the courses are just minutes away.
The entire city is packed with a variety of prominent attractions such as the Glenn and Viola Walters Cultural Art Center, the Museum of Rocks and Minerals, and numerous country wineries.
The Walters Cultural Arts Center is a venue for most interesting concerts, art shows, events, conferences, and workshops. This wonderful center includes five studios, a theater, and two art galleries. The center is located in a famous Trinity Lutheran Church in the city center.
Another must-see attraction in the city is the Museum of Rocks and Minerals at Rice NW. This is famous for exhibiting an excellent and unique collection of crystallized mineral species. This place is a favorite for school excursions, as they have the opportunity to learn about various types of minerals. The museum houses one of the largest specimens of rhodochrosites ever found in the world. You can also have the opportunity to see thunder eggs, fossils, meteorites, quartz and various types of petrified wood in this magnificent museum.
Hillsboro offers a variety of hotel chains and motels. You can also find several cheap and luxury hotels in the city that offer discounts when booking online. The entire city offers various bed and breakfasts, motels, hotels and resorts that make it possible for everyone to find the most suitable accommodation according to their budget and preference.
Many of the hotels like Courtyard by Marriott, Holiday Inn Express, Econo Lodge, Red Lion Hotel are known to offer discounts during stay. Most of the hotels in the city center are located right in the middle of all the events and close to entertainment venues and shopping centers that are sure to make your trip unforgettable.