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

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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

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

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 ₹12,974 per night from 6 May to 7 May
₹12,974
₹14,660 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the comfy rooms in their reviews. ...
"Beautiful scenery"

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn
Hayward Inn
3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is ₹10,046 per night from 24 May to 25 May
₹10,046
₹11,351 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,803 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and went above to be helpful."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites
University Inn & Suites
2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is ₹6,859 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹6,859
₹7,921 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
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 ...
"Value and location excellent"

Reviewed on 22 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay at The 505! It was clean with nice decor and very spacious, especially for the price. Super easy walk to the Amtrak station (less than a block)."

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2024

The 505 Eugene
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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