Eugene, OR

Travel 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.
Two mountain bikers on a trail surrounded by trees.

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 theaters. Options include the Hult Center forPerforming Arts, McDonald Theatre or the Cuthbert Amphitheater.

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

Travelers come to Downtown Eugene for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saturday Market and Hult Center for Performing Arts while you're in town.

Whiteaker

While visiting Whiteaker, you might make a stop by sights like Territorial Vineyards and Wine Company and Owen Rose Garden.

South University

While there might not be top attractions in South University, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hayward Field and Matthew Knight Arena.

West Eugene

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

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 ₩232,273 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
₩232,273
₩262,468 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Autzen Stadium and Hayward Field ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,963 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026

Valley River Inn
Hayward Inn

Hayward Inn

3 out of 5
1759 Franklin Boulevard Eugene OR
The price is ₩138,000 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
₩138,000
₩155,940 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eugene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
Hayward Inn
University Inn & Suites

University Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1857 Franklin Blvd Eugene OR
The price is ₩127,097 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
₩127,097
₩147,245 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,602 reviews)
"Staff day staff was friendly and helpful. Place is conveniently located across from where we had to go. The room had a smell of wet dog. Suggestions would be to upgrade as it is conveniently located across U of O and closer to the freeway entrance than other newly build hotels."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026

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 apartment in Eugene. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Valley River Center Mall and Autzen Stadium ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"This is a very cute room in walkable distance of a lot of great restaurants and coffee shops. The room was nicely designed, very clean and easy to access with digital locks. I didn’t hear any of the other people in the building which is a renovated apartment complex where you stay on the second floor. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 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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