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 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.

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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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Harlow

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.

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Cal Young

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

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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹11,870 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹11,870
₹13,413 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews)
"Pleasant stay for attending events at University of Oregon"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Valley River Inn
University Inn & Suites
University Inn & Suites
2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is ₹7,489 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹7,489
₹8,676 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,263 reviews)
"The room was perfect for an overnight stay! There was a small stain (it might have been blood) on the"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

University Inn & Suites
Hayward Inn
Hayward Inn
3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is ₹9,694 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹9,694
₹10,954 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,816 reviews)
"The property is clean, the staff is lovely and you can rent e-bikes from Hayward!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hayward Inn
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! (39 reviews)
"Great location. AC worked great. That's a big deal to me as I prefer it to be cold when I sleep. Easy check in and check out. Would definitely stay here again if the opportunity presents itself."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

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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