Downtown Eugene Travel Guide
Eugene
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.
Hendricks Park
Just a few blocks away from the University of Oregon are the blooming flowers, shady trees and rolling green lawns of Eugene’s oldest park.
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.
Things to do
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Eugene Waddle Around Campus
A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt: Electric Eugene
Top hotels in Downtown Eugene
Graduate by Hilton Eugene
"Unique and friendly hotel"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Campus Inn & Suites Eugene Downtown
"Close to UO campus"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Timbers Inn
"Not a speck of dust inside or out. Details were attended to. Great breakfast. Updated. Friendly, helpful staff. I made two separate reservations and they arranged it so I could have the same room both nights. Tight parking lot. Don't be afraid of the location."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Gordon Hotel
"We have stayed at this hotel twice now. Both times our stay was comfortable and we love the complimentary car service. The hotel restaurants are good also."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Eugene Downtown University Area
"Front desk was clueless"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Inn at the 5th
"Wonderful hotel great experience"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 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, Territorial Vineyards and Wine Company and Owen Rose Garden 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.
