McMinnville

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McMinnville, OR

McMinnville is all about the wine…and also apparently, UFOs. With such an eclectic profile, many tourists make this city which is just an hour south of Portland a must-see stop. McMinnville is known as the capital of Oregon’s wine industry. Boasting most of the Willamette Valley’s best-known vineyards, pinot lovers from all over the country flock here just to sample the grapes. As far as the downtown scene, many have deemed it “quaint chic.” It has some of Portland’s quirkiness and hipster attitude but done in a more picturesque and charming way. With ample restaurants, pubs/bars and of course tasting rooms, visitors can get a delicious meal, a craft beer and always the perfect pinot noir—the grape for which they are wildly popular.

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Things to See in Mcminnville

  • Festivals

    The folks of McMinnville love their festivals. They love showing off their downtown which seems to be straight out of a Rockwell painting, and of course they love their food and drink. From the International Pinot Noir Celebration (what else), to the McMinnville Wine & Food Classic, to Turkey Rama, every season in McMinnville brings a reason to celebrate.
  • The UFO Thing

    Other than wine, people know McMinnville for their UFO sightings. Pictures of supposed UFOs were taken in 1950 and generated so much buzz that they were eventually published on the cover of Life magazine. What did the city do, you guessed it, started an annual festival: the UFO Festival—second only to the one held in Roswell.
  • Organic Food

    The people here are also serious about their organics. They have the nation’s largest organic food coop owned by farmers. Perhaps that’s why Bon Appetit named it one of “America’s Foodiest Towns.”

When to Visit Mcminnville

  • Winter

    Winter is the wet season and it is cool, with daily highs hitting around 40 degrees.
  • Spring

    Spring is mild and nice. The highs are in the 60s and it is a dryer season than the winter.
  • Summer

    Summer is a fun time to visit. The weather is warm (highs in the low-80s) and dry. The city has several summer events, including a Pinot Noir Festival.
  • Fall

    Fall is mild. The weather is consistent throughout the days, as daily highs are only about 10-15 degrees above the daily lows. Highs are typically in the 60s.

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Saskia

Saskia

25 days ago

What an amazing tour. We saw whales, dolphins and porpoises. The crew was very friendly and enthusiastic. We could really tell they are very respectful towards the animals, we were able to see two humpbacks for nearly half an hour, everybody was silent, the engine was off and the crew was also in awe. Only when the whales left, the engine was back on and we also started moving again. We really felt like we had all the time in the world and we didn't disturb the animals.

Campden

Campden

25 days ago

We had an amazing time flying over the beautiful canyons, admiring the waterfalls from above. While we are both quite adventurous, I have an occasional fear of heights. The staff was incredibly friendly and professional, putting our minds perfectly at ease and making the best experience for us possible.

Kera

Kera

25 days ago

This was one of the BEST experiences I have ever had! We extended our trip into a two-tank dive and got to explore the surrounding areas of the garden eel bay before going into our manta show.

Alex and Benjamin

Alex and Benjamin

25 days ago

This was one of our favorite experiences on the trip. Kensington Market is an incredible neighborhood with a vibrant culture. We had a LOT of food on this tour. If you're thinking this will be sample size HAHA you're wrong.

Kayla and Andrew

Kayla and Andrew

25 days ago

We loved the small town atmosphere of this winery, and just how welcoming the staff and environment was. Definitely recommend doing this to anyone in the area!!

Bonnie

Bonnie

25 days ago

Thank you Spur Experiences and Jessica for a great day in the Cinque Terre! The day included colorful towns, sea breeze, hiking, dipping my toes in the Mediterranean, history & local cuisine lessons, delicious food and gelato, and wonderful views.

Kathleen

Kathleen

25 days ago

A wedding guest bought this voucher for me and my husband from our wedding registry via The Knot. We had Chiqui and Jonathan as our guides and they were great! Very personable and knowledgeable. They provided a cooler with water, soda and beer.

Whit

Whit

25 days ago

The catamaran was smooth and clean. The food was wonderful. The captain and staff were friendly and engaging. We could have have asked for a more fun and educational experience around the island. The snorkeling was wonderful with tons of fish, corral and eels.

Ellen

Ellen

2 years ago

My husband and I went on the catamaran cruise during our honeymoon in Milos... exceptional experience! I can not recommend it enough! Beautiful views, crystal clear water, delicious food and awesome crew! A trip to Milos would not be complete without this cruise! 10/10!

Courtney

Courtney

2 years ago

Francesca, our guide, was super personable and knowledgeable about the city and legends of Venice. The tour started near the train station and followed through all the alleys and streets to San Marco Square. The weather and the sunset were absolutely beautiful as well.

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