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Downtown Eugene

Downtown Eugene has a vibe that draws visitors to the city's center. Kesey Square, named after the famous author, is a community space full of color. The Hult Center is Eugene's performing arts mainstay and the Park Blocks host the colorful Saturday Market and Lane County Farmers Markets. And once you are downtown, you'll discover an array of fantastic boutique shops, art galleries and great restaurants. 

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Where to Eat

Best Rides for Bike Share
: Delene & Co
Sep 22

Best Rides for Bike Share

Hop on one of those big blue bikes that you see all over downtown Eugene and across the UO campus…

Accessible Art Walks
: Melinda Preciado
Jul 13

Accessible Art Walks

Did you know that Eugene and Springfield has art walks monthly?  Well they do—the one in…

Shopping in Downtown Eugene
: Melanie Ryan Griffin
Jun 01

Shopping in Downtown Eugene

While you are out exploring downtown Eugene and falling in love with the unique people and culture…

A Metro Experience Getaway
: A Blonde Vintage
May 22

A Metro Experience Getaway

Escape to the excitement and pizazz of a metro environment bustling with shopping, entertainment…

Party in the Plaza Audience, Hult Center, by Ben Schorzman, City of Eugene

Downtown Events

From live music and performing arts to foodie festivals and cultural gatherings, discover downtown Eugene's robust calendar.

Getting Around 

The Amtrak depot and the LTD public bus system's central transfer station are both in downtown Eugene. There are also city parking garages that offer free parking on Saturdays and Sundays barring special events. Plenty of metered parking spots and pay lots also surround downtown. 

Once you are here, getting around is easy with PeaceHealth Rides, a bicycle ride-share program. Eugene also has Uber and Lyft.

Walking Tours

One of the best ways to explore Eugene's downtown is by walking tour. You can do a self-guided tour of the international collection of outdoor murals or follow the Strides for Social Justice app tour to learn the history of Black residents and discover places that are special to the ones making history here today. 

Nearby Neighborhoods

Explore Nearby

Downtown Eugene is at the center of Eugene. It is also the center of the region between the Cascades and the Coast. Reach these close destinations through ride share and public transportation options. Distances are approximate.