Old Bend Travel Guide
Bend
Popular places to visit
Drake Park
Stroll along Mirror Pond and enjoy stunning views of Mount Bachelor in Bend’s premier park, which hosts a range of seasonal events.
Old Mill District
Nature and society converge in one of Bend’s most charming neighborhoods, which features stunning views and a lively cultural scene.
High Desert Museum
Learn about central Oregon’s culture and come face to face with its wildlife, including birds of prey, bobcats, badgers and more, at Bend’s unique museum.
Widgi Creek Golf Club
Play a round of golf at Widgi Creek Golf Club and enjoy other activities in Bend such as skiing. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its lively breweries.
Des Chutes Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Des Chutes Historical Museum during your travels in Bend. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Hayden Homes Amphitheater
You can get tickets for a performance at Hayden Homes Amphitheater during your stay in Bend. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Bend: Half-Day Lava Tube Cave Tour
The Ultimate Scavenger Bend! (Citywide)
Food Truck and Brewery Tour with Complimentary Tastings
Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights
Chocolate Tour Including Hot Chocolate and Samples
1.5 Hours Private Meditations with the Horses in Oregon
Top hotels in Old Bend
The Newberry Hotel Bend, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025
Mill Inn Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
McMenamins Old St. Francis
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Bend
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
The Lodge at Eagle Crest Resort
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Red Lion Inn & Suites Deschutes River Bend
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Bend
Downtown Bend
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bend, Deschutes River and Drake Park are top sights worth seeing.
Old Mill District
While visiting Old Mill District, you might make a stop by sights like Old Mill District and Deschutes River.
River West
While visiting River West, you might make a stop by sights like Drake Park and Deschutes River.
Southern Crossing
While visiting Southern Crossing, you might make a stop by sights like Hayden Homes Amphitheater and Old Mill District.
Orchard District
While visiting Orchard District, you might make a stop by sights like Central Bend and Blockbuster.
Century West
While Century West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Deschutes Brewery and Hayden Homes Amphitheater.