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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West Eugene

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

West Eugene
Valley River Inn

Valley River Inn

3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$224 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$224
26 Aug - 27 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! (659 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$185 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$185
15 Sept - 16 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! (2,848 reviews)
"Close to the University. Good breakfasts. Clean rooms. Nice pool."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites

University Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is NZ$172 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$172
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,350 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Second time staying at this hotel. Will definitely do it again"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 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 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
☯ 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!)
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 laundry facilities. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Oakway Golf Course are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
Great place!
"This place was so clean and stocked full of necessities that we forgot/ran out of. It was so cute and comfy while being close to town. Absolutely would love to come stay again!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 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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