Eugene Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A university city with a wide range of bars, outdoor activities, entertainment andcultural attractions.

Eugene in Oregon, USA is a city of over 150,000 people. It is 105 miles to the southof the state capital, Portland. Discover the local culture of this city, visit museums andheritage sites and enjoy the range of fun outdoor activities.

Stroll through the downtown area to see how the locals spend their days. For arelaxing family lunch, take a picnic to the park. Hendricks Park, Mount PisgahArboretum and Alton Baker Park are just some of the green spaces you can enjoyin Eugene.

Browse local art galleries and museums to see works by local and internationalartists. The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art located at Johnson Ln or the ScienceFactory Children’s Museum and Exploration Dome situated on Leo Harris Pkwy,are some of the most popular museums.

Step back in time with a visit to the Museum of National History situated at E 15thAve.

Take in a show at one of the city’s theatres. Options include the Hult Centre forPerforming Arts, McDonald Theatre or the Cuthbert Amphitheatre.

When it is time to get active, try your hand at water sports such as canoeing andkayaking, water skiing, swimming and sailing or go boating.

Take a day trip from Eugene to enjoy the region. Enjoy some time outdoors and gomountain biking, bird watching or hiking.

Winter visitors to Eugene can go skiing, snowboarding, or snow shoeing in themountains. Summer guests flock to the golf courses. Popular golf courses in Eugeneinclude Eugene Country Club, Riverridge Golf Course and Oakway Golf Course.

Where to stay in Eugene

Hult Center for Performing Arts showing modern architecture and a house

Downtown Eugene

3/5(1 area review)

Downtown Eugene is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Saturday Market and Hult Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.

Downtown Eugene
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Harlow

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Harlow, PK Park and Autzen Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Harlow
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Amazon

While visiting Amazon, you might make a stop by sights like Amazon Trail and Rexius Trail.

Amazon
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Cal Young

While visiting Cal Young, you might make a stop by sights like Oakway Center and Willamette River.

Cal Young
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Western

If you're spending some time in Western, Willamette Daisy Meadow and Conger Street Clock Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Friendly

You'll enjoy the live music and sporting events in Friendly. You might want to make time for a stop at Rexius Trail or Amazon Trail.

Friendly
Valley River Inn

Valley River Inn

3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$230 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$230
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the comfy rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (629 reviews)
"I am already planning a trip back!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$183 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$183
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,856 reviews)
"it is good area"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hayward Inn
Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown

Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown

2 out of 5
390 E Broadway, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$208 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$208
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean and comfotable. Surprisingly quiet for its location near a busy intersection"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The 505 Eugene

The 505 Eugene

3 out of 5
505 Willamette St, Eugene, OR
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Shelton McMurphey ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"10/10! This place was clean and easy to find with the provided instructions. Parking was a little tough as the alleyway wasn’t very visible (we came in at 11:30pm) however once we found the painted numbers in the lot we were great! Walkable, convenient and a decent space for what we needed. If you ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

The 505 Eugene
Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Eugene
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and The Shoppes at Gateway are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Accomodating
"This was a wonderful little place. Everything was modern and up to date, and it all worked. Plenty of linen, and a super comfortable bed. Private courtyard, and a nice quiet neighborhood to walk in. Close to everything. We loved this place, and would stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Cozy suite with a private courtyard
☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)

☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)

Eugene
Stay at this cabin in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Amazon Trail are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
"Very unique. Loved the ambience indoor and out. Woke up to a deer looking in the window. Can’t wait to come back."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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