East University Travel Guide
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University of Oregon
Explore the campus of University of Oregon during your travels in Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Hult Center for Performing Arts
Experience the best theater performances that Eugene has to offer within the modern environment of its acclaimed art center located close to the city’s downtown area.

Shelton McMurphey Johnson House
Nicknamed the Castle on the Hill, this ornate Victorian-era home presides over Eugene like something out of a fairy tale.
Hayward Field
Catch an event at Hayward Field during your trip to Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Matthew Knight Arena
Catch an event at Matthew Knight Arena during your trip to Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Natural and Cultural History during your travels in Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Top hotels in East University

Hayward Inn
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean rooms. Great walkable location.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Best Western New Oregon
Clean, quiet, courteous and friendly staff, nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

University Inn & Suites
Is an accesible place. Near to many restaurants and parks
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Eugene Downtown-University by IHG
The continental breakfast was a solid perk!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Maverick Hotel Eugene Near University, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Nice friendly check in person. Clean room. Across the street from the arena, so didn’t have to deal with parking.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Valley River Inn
Clean room and nice cocktail lounge. Hotel in great shape.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East University

Fairmont
Fairmont might not have many top sights, but Hayward Field and Matthew Knight Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 University
While West University may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts and McDonald Theatre.

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

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

Downtown Eugene
Downtown Eugene is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hult Center for Performing Arts and 5th Street Market while you're in town.
