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.
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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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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 Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field.

West Eugene

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

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 ₹15,285 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
₹15,285
₹17,272 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (1,858 reviews)
"Only thing lacking was hot water. The water ever got hot. Stayed luke warm at best. I was told I would be a quiet room but I was next to the elevators and was constantly disturbed by kids running and being kids."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Valley River Inn
Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown

Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown

2 out of 5
390 E Broadway Eugene OR
The price is ₹9,657 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
₹9,657
₹12,040 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,010 reviews)
"Have realistic expectations, the place is fine for a quick night stay. Staff is friendly, rooms are ok. Shower head cover was broken off the wall, stains around the place and some cobwebs around the room. I paid $430 for the room (with a pet fee) during the Banana Ball game, it should have been around ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard Eugene OR
The price is ₹9,993 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
₹9,993
₹11,292 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,035 reviews)
"Towels had stains and shower curtain had red stains."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hayward Inn
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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 Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"This room is very very loud, the window frames are rotting and if opened very dirty. This allows all the noise in from the street and trains. The owner was sarcastic when we complained, however the customer service contact was prompt when the AC broke. They offer foam ear buds so it’s suggestive ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

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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