Springfield, OR
Willamette Valley
Explore Springfield's historic neighborhoods, bustling shopping districts, family-friendly attractions and bountiful natural spaces, parks and sports facilities. Springfield is an ideal basecamp for University of Oregon football and basketball games, graduation or other campus-related activities. It's also a natural springboard to exploring the region's two beautiful rivers, the Willamette and McKenzie; hiking, fishing and snow sports in the Cascades.
Springfield's charming Main Street neighborhood is a local draw with its craft beverages, fantastic dining, boutique and antique shopping, art galleries, museums and theaters. Additionally, the Gateway neighborhood is convenient with hotels and shopping just off Interstate 5, and easily connecting to the UO campus, downtown Eugene and North Eugene.

Whiskey Lab at PublicHouse in Springfield
Signature Experiences
- Stroll historic Main Street, shop the boutiques and dine at the many restaurants.
- Take a selfie with the official Simpson's mural — this town is the real inspiration for the popular television show.
- Wander through a filbert (hazelnut — Oregon's state nut) orchard at Dorris Ranch.
- Catch a show at the Wildish Theater.
- Swim in the waves at Splash!, an indoor waterpark.
- Become an ax-throwing expert at Oregon Axe.
- Mountain bike just minutes from downtown at the Thurston Hills Natural Area.
- Order a drink from your pew in an old church building at PublicHouse.
- Watch the sunset from Kelly Butte.
Top Things to Do & See
7 Cool Things About Springfield, OR
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The Unofficial Simpsons Tour of Springfield
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Main Street in Springfield, OR
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Bring Your Family to Springfield!
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Where to Eat & Drink
The farm-to-table movement in Springfield is best showcased at PublicHouse in downtown Springfield, which houses a dynamic food and drink scene in a gorgeous converted church space with indoor and outdoor seating. Enjoy dining outside Main Street's many cafes and pubs, or head to the Gateway neighborhood for established family restaurants and quick bites.
Restaurants & Wineries
Where to Shop
Springfield is a great shopping destination with many antique, thrift and boutique stores in downtown Springfield and big box stores and brands in the Gateway neighborhood.
Springfield Events
Springfield's event calendar is full of family-friendly activities such as park concerts, outdoor movies, fishing tournaments, holiday festivals and performing arts. A popular annual event is Springfield's Christmas parade. And on the Fourth of July, Springfield's Island Park is the place to watch fireworks.
Willamalane Park and Recreation District also offer fun recreational opportunities for all ages.
Springfield Hotels & Lodging
Springfield is an ideal place to stay because of its close proximity to the University of Oregon, any sports venues, downtown Eugene and as a gateway to adventures in the Cascade Mountains.
Comfort Suites
The spacious suites are perfect for work or play with free high-speed Internet, comfortable beds, large desks, and…
Courtyard by Marriott
Newly remodeled Eugene - Springfield hotel with a clean, modern design that allows you to be productive or just relax…
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Springfield/Eugene
The Econo Lodge Inn & Suites is located in downtown Springfield. It offers easy access to both hospitals and is only one…
Hilton Garden Inn Eugene-Springfield
Located just off I-5, less than 8 minutes from the UO campus and Autzen Stadium. From the oh-so-comfortable beds, to…
Holiday Inn Express Eugene-Springfield
The new Holiday Inn Express Eugene – Springfield is conveniently located just off of Interstate 5 and in close…
La Quinta Inn & Suites - Springfield
This newly converted La Quinta is conveniently located just off Interstate 5 and in close proximity to plenty of dining…
McKenzie Orchards Bed and Breakfast Inn
A modern luxury country inn built in Northwest Contemporary style. Serene, relaxing atmosphere in a magnificent setting…
Motel 6 - Springfield
A Eugene - Springfield motel located in the Gateway area of Springfield, close to Beltline and Gateway roads off…
Quality Inn & Suites
A Eugene - Springfield hotel featuring gracious hospitality, pet friendly and family accommodations. Accessible from I-5…
Super 8 Motel - Gateway Area
An attractive, affordable Eugene - Springfield hotel, close to shopping, restaurants and movie theaters. Located in the…
Terrapin Collection
Provide high-quality vacation rentals in the Willamette Valley. Many of the properties feature universal design and…
Tipi Village Retreat
Located in the Mohawk Valley close to Springfield and Eugene, this retreat is perfectly positioned for adventure. With…
Village Inn Motel
Just a quick hop off of I-5, the Village Inn Motel is a quaint little stop to rest your head for the night! With a lovely…
About Springfield, OR
Springfield, Oregon is believed to be the famous typical American town behind the acclaimed Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation's "The Simpsons".
Take a self-guided and unofficial Simpsons tour around the city. Snap a photo with a life-sized Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie at the Emerald Art Center. And see the Simpsons mural on 5th and Main St.
The Unofficial Simpsons Tour of Springfield
D'oh! Springfield, Oregon is the real inspiration behind the Twentieth Century Fox Film…
Washburne Historic District & Downtown
Pioneers first rolled into Springfield in 1848, choosing the location based on spring water and pasture land. The city was incorporated in 1885. The Washburne Historic District was named after a banker and miller C.W. Washburne and comprises 84 acres (34 ha) adjacent to downtown Springfield. The neighborhood was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
Author Ken Kesey ("One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest") attended Springfield High School and a mural honoring him can be found downtown on Main Street in Springfield. Surrounding the mural are plenty of charming eateries and shops.
Learn more about the city's colorful past at the Springfield History Museum and immerse yourself in the Dorris Ranch Living History Farm, the nation's oldest commercial filbert (hazelnut) farm in continuous operation.
Main Street in Springfield, OR
This historic hub in downtown Springfield is a thriving shopping and dining district. Springfield's Main…
The Gateway Area
This Springfield neighborhood, right off Interstate 5, offers a high density of hotels, restaurants and shopping. Eugene residents enjoy close proximity to Springfield's The Shoppes at Gateway, two of the region's top hospitals (McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center and Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend) and the community's extensive recreational sports and swimming center, Willamalane Park and Recreation District.
Likewise, Springfield residents have easy access to many of Eugene's amenities, from the UO's Autzen Stadium and Matthew Knight Arena to Alton Baker Park and Oakway Shopping Center. Connected by miles of beautiful bike paths, the public bus system and the efficient EmX line (PDF); traveling between the two communities is a seamless experience.
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