Things to do

Eugene is a great mixture of both city and nature where you can:

Visit the 5th Street Public Market

Chill at Alton Baker Park

Stroll the Owen Rose Garden

Visit the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

*View from the top of Spencer Butte

Hike spencer butte

Only a 20-minute drive from Eugene, Spencer Butte is the highest point in Eugene and a popular hiking spot for locals and tourists. There are two trails to choose from, one for beginners and one for those who like a challenge.

For more information, visit here.

bike ride along the willamette river

The Willamette River runs through Eugene, Corvallis, Albany, and Salem for nearly 200 miles! The Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path is a popular biking path along the Willamette River. You can rent bicycles from the University of Oregon's Outdoor Program or use the PeaceHealth bikes spread throughout the city.

For information on other bike trails, visit here.

explore eugene's saturday market

The Saturday Market is filled with artwork from local artisans, handmade crafts, food, and live music. Open from 10 AM - 4 PM.

For fresh locally grown produce, the farmer's market is just across the street from the Saturday Market! Open from 9 AM - 3 PM.