Eugene Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Oregon, United States
About Eugene
Citizens of Eugene are environmentally aware people who love their coffee and their microbrews. Residents range from arch-conservative Republicans to militant anarchists. However, overall the population is typical Pacific Northwest, i.e., leaning toward a greater degree of social responsibility, respect for nature, and diminished consumerism. Eugene is home to the University of Oregon, aka "The Fighting Ducks". Eugene was the second home to the rock band the Grateful Dead, and author Ken Kesey, a U of O grad, lived in nearby Springfield, leading some to see this city as a "hippie Mecca". Along with neighboringSpringfieldand surrounding towns, Eugene forms part of the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area. Saturday Markethas been continuously in operation since 1970, rain or shine and claim
Top Attractions in Eugene
Explore the best things to see and do in Eugene:
- ★Actors Cabaret of Eugene
- ★Amazon Trail
- ★ASUO Street Fair
- ★Bijou Arts Cinema
- ★Cascades Raptor Center
- ★Clayfest
- ★Cuthbert Amphitheater
- ★Disc golf
Where to Eat in Eugene
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Brail's
- 🍴Bruno's Chef's Kitchen
- 🍴El Super Burrito
- 🍴El Super Taco
- 🍴Marché Restaurant
- 🍴Mazzi's
Where to Stay in Eugene
- 🏨Americas Best Value Inn
- 🏨Best Western New Oregon Motel
- 🏨Comfort Suites Eugene
- 🏨Courtesy Inn Eugene
- 🏨Downtown Inn
- 🏨Eugene Whiteaker International Hostel
Eugene Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: