Eugene

Eugene, Oregon is a special landscape at the south end of the Willamette Valley where two large rivers and many smaller ones converge. It is also a place of converging ideas. Eugene is full of artists, innovators and visionaries. This destination strives to be welcoming by designing accessibility into growth plans and taking leaps towards a more sustainable future. 

Eugene has a lot of nicknames because it supports a community that is passionate in all their pursuits. Eugene is the "Silicon Shire" for leaders in the tech industry, "A Great City for the Arts & Outdoors", "TrackTown USA" for elite athletes around the world, "Home of the Ducks" for sports fan (hello women's basketball) and "Emerald City" because of the lush green fern forests full of trails for exploring in any weather.  

Eugene is a renaissance city and the people here are full of dedication and grit. Visit Eugene and experience the energy of a city alive.

Signature Eugene Experiences

• Browse the Saturday and farmers' markets.
• Drink a craft beer or a cup of organic coffee in the artsy Whiteaker neighborhood.
• Dance and sing to "Shout" at a University of Oregon Ducks for football or basketball. 
• Ride a bicycle in one of the nation's most bike-friendly cities.
• Hike Spencer Butte for stunning views.
• Delve into the dynamic arts scene, be it Bach, off-broadway performances or film.
• Taste the region's iconic Pinot Noir at an urban wine bar.
• Climb the basalt columns at Skinner Butte Park.
• Do a self-guided walking tour of the city's street art. 
• Run a personal best on Pre's Trail.
• Taste wild truffles at the Oregon Truffle Festival.
• Stand in the place where champions are made at Hayward Field. 
• Root for the home team at PK Park.
• Enjoy live music at one of the many great venues. 
• Drop in at the nation's largest covered outdoor skate park. 
• Hike the ridgeline in the rain. Don't forget your rain boots!

Stay Awhile

• Check into a comfortable hotel adjacent to great shopping districts.
• Book a cozy bed and breakfast in the University District or downtown.
• Bunk up at the local hostel or pitch a tent at a riverfront campground.

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