Eugene Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent mountain in the background, surrounded by buildings and trees.
A town with a bakery, a church, and a street lined with cars and trees.
A vineyard with rows of grapevines and a large white building with a red roof in the background.
A vineyard with rows of grapevines, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a hillside in the background.
Two mountain bikers on a trail surrounded by trees.

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.

Our guide on where to stay in Eugene

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Downtown Eugene

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.

Whiteaker

If you're spending some time in Whiteaker, Territorial Vineyards and Wine Company and Owen Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

South University

Though South University may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hayward Field and Matthew Knight Arena.

West Eugene

While visiting West Eugene, you might make a stop by sights like Lane Events Center and Lane County Fair Grounds.

Cal Young

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

Valley River Inn

Valley River Inn

4 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way Eugene OR
The price is NZ$295 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$295
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,963 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard Eugene OR
The price is NZ$184 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$184
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites

University Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd Eugene OR
The price is NZ$168 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$168
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,602 reviews)
"Staff day staff was friendly and helpful. Place is conveniently located across from where we had to go. The room had a smell of wet dog. Suggestions would be to upgrade as it is conveniently located across U of O and closer to the freeway entrance than other newly build hotels."

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

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 apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Valley River Center Mall and Autzen Stadium ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"This is a very cute room in walkable distance of a lot of great restaurants and coffee shops. The room was nicely designed, very clean and easy to access with digital locks. I didn’t hear any of the other people in the building which is a renovated apartment complex where you stay on the second floor. ..."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

The 505 Eugene
☯ Private Roundhouse … Enchanting! (Not in a Box!)

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

Eugene OR
Stay at this cabin in Eugene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Hayward Field and Matthew Knight Arena are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (55 reviews)
"We love staying at Don’s place for the OCF. It is very quiet, the room is separate from the house, there is wildlife around, and the location is close to food and books! Don always checks in throughout the stay in case you need anything. I wish they were still able to make their yummy rosemary bisquits, ..."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

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

Cozy suite with a private courtyard

Eugene OR
Stay at this apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and housekeeping. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Valley River Center Mall are located ...
Cozy suite with a private 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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