Downtown Eugene Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Eugene
Popular places to visit
Hult Center for Performing Arts
Experience the best theater performances that Eugene has to offer within the modern environment of its acclaimed art center located close to the city’s downtown area.
Shelton McMurphey Johnson House
Nicknamed the Castle on the Hill, this ornate Victorian-era home presides over Eugene like something out of a fairy tale.
University of Oregon
Explore the campus of University of Oregon during your travels in Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Owen Rose Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Owen Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Eugene. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
5th Street Market
During your trip to Eugene, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at 5th Street Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
McDonald Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at McDonald Theatre during your stay in Eugene. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Our pick of the best Downtown Eugene Hotel Deals
Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown
I didnt have time to eat breakfast sorry
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Eugene
Hotel has great location center of town Rooms are nice Indoor pool is nice Gym has very old equipment
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Timbers Inn
Fun retro hotel. They did a good job renovating it, keeping the old vibe. Tasty breakfast!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Gordon Hotel
Was banned from the restaurant this am for breakfast because the server was overwhelmed with his room service and basic duties…he should probably learn how to code in his mothers basement.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Inn at the 5th
Everything was relaxing, luxurious, and clean
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Courtesy Inn Downtown Eugene
Does not have breakfast available for early check outs. Or coffee. Rooms are small. They are remodeling. Discription said deep tubs had a shower. It was good for layover for airport but would of been nice to have fruit or something in morning to grab. Bed was ok. Room was clean which was the important ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eugene
Market District
If you're spending some time in Market District, Shelton McMurphey Johnson House and 5th Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
West University
While West University may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like McDonald Theatre and Saturday Market.
West Eugene
While visiting West Eugene, you might make a stop by sights like Lane Events Center and Lane County Fair Grounds.
Whiteaker
If you're spending some time in Whiteaker, Owen Rose Garden and Territorial Vineyards and Wine Company 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 Hayward Field and Matthew Knight Arena.
College Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Lane County Fair Grounds and Lane Events Center.
