Eugene

Travel 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

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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Harlow

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

Harlow
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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.

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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Cal Young

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

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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 Rexius Trail or Amazon Trail.

Friendly
Valley River Inn

Valley River Inn

3.5 out of 5
1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR
The price is RM590 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
RM590
RM666 total
5 Aug - 6 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! (498 reviews)
"I love staying at the VR Inn. The location is so close to the river, walking/biking paths, shopping, movie theater, freeway, restaurants. It also has a great outdoor pool that the kids loved. I don't know of a better place to stay in Eugene in the summer for access to so many attractions. The Inn ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR
The price is RM500 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM500
RM565 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,802 reviews)
"After our long 6+ hours of road travel, I would have to say our stay with this hotel was a great experience. The staff were very friendly and our kids enjoyed the pool. The rooms were very clean, updated and comfy, and the surrounding dining options were a nice plus. The only things that were a subpar ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites

University Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR
The price is RM372 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
RM372
RM431 total
4 Aug - 5 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! (1,290 reviews)
Go Ducks!
"Nice view of Matthew Knight Arena from Room 225. East walk to campus, restaurants and stores. The pool was refreshing. The front desk was kind and friendly."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 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 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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