A natural gallery in the woods, The Grotto is an internationally renowned Catholic sanctuary set among 62 acres of botanical gardens offering a place of peace and quiet reflection for all people. More than 100 beautifully sculpted statues, reflection ponds, spectacular views of the Cascade Mountains and award-winning architecture offer inspiration for all who visit. Gardens and gift shop are open daily.
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Reviews & Ratings
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March 19, 2026MNmoverBeautiful oasis
It was amazing to turn into the driveway from heavy urban and suddenly you’re in this beautiful natural oasis. It’s literally like stepping into another land. I definitely recommend doing the upper level too. It’s all easy walking paths. Even if you aren’t Catholic, the art is amazing especially the bronze bas-relief sculptures of the 14 stations of the cross. Then the upper level has amazing Joseph’s Grove with a series of reliefs carved from Carrara marble and an original sculpture brought to the Grotto from Piertrasanta, Italy. The intricacy and detail of the sculptures was beyond description. I spent two full hours here without stopping. If I had stopped to sit on a bench or in the church (or attended daily mass at noon), I definitely could have extended my stay to three hours.
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February 19, 2026JasonHennig
Beautiful Gardens
Truly a gorgeous garden and a lovely place of meditation and prayerfulness. We went in winter, but even so, the sculptures in the garden are beautiful. Highly recommended.
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December 7, 2025NelzBelz
Beautiful Sanctuary
Built in the early 1900s, you either KNOW about The Grotto or you don't! It's just this unique sanctuary, built again a cliffside, in Portland, OR. If you've never been there, I know it sounds weird, but it is a truly beautiful and peaceful place to pray and enjoy nature. While it's Catholic based, anyone can go, explore and attend one if their many masses/celebrations.
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November 16, 2025susan g
Not to be Missed, One of a Kind Holy place
The Grotto, was more then we expected. A holy, inspired, beautiful mega site in Portland , for vocal prayer or contemplative. There are Roman Catholic priests that will hear your confession. The staff at the grotto are kind and friendly. You can have Masses offered for your loved ones. A church with daily Mass and Rosary on site. The book store is amazingly supplied with tasteful religious items. We are going back before we fly home.
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October 21, 2025JSD19Lovely Experience
A beautiful place to visit and only minutes from the Portland Airport. I would recommend paying the 11 dollars to take the elevator to the upper gardens.