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 theaters. Options include the Hult Center forPerforming Arts, McDonald Theatre or the Cuthbert Amphitheater.

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

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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 Amazon Trail or Rexius Trail.

Friendly
Hult Center for Performing Arts featuring 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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Western

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

Western
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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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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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Cal Young

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

Cal Young
Valley River Inn
Valley River Inn
3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$298 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
"Close to walking trail"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn
Hayward Inn
3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$236 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,812 reviews)
"Always a kind and welcoming staff."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites
University Inn & Suites
2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$147 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,114 reviews)
"Good stay for the most part area not ideal though just feels unsafe"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

University Inn & Suites
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 Hayward Field are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Great location to stay in Eugene!"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

The 505 Eugene
Location! Location! Location! Easy access to everything Eugene, arts to outdoors
Location! Location! Location! Easy access to everything Eugene, arts to outdoors
Eugene
Stay at this vacation home in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Hayward Field and Autzen Stadium are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (305 reviews)
Charming, comfortable and well stocked!
"This charming house is deceptively roomy, has comfortable seating and beds and literally has everything you could possible need. I have never stayed in a rental with more supplies in the kitchen and bathroom and laundry room than this place! If I'm in Eugene again, I would definitely want to stay ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Location! Location! Location! Easy access to everything Eugene, arts to outdoors
Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
Eugene
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are located nearby.
Practically Perfect in Every Way!
"What a find! The owners/hosts have thought of everything and the rental is lovely! My husband and I have stayed in lots of VRBO's around the world and usually there is something that we feel the host could have, or should have, provided. That was not the case with this rental! They have thought of ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2025

Relax & Enjoy Private Studio w/Courtyard
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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