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Eugene, Oregon
Eugene, OR
"World’s Greatest City of the Arts & Outdoors!" ~ Population: 137,893

  
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Amusements

Camp Putt Adventure Golf 4006 Franklin Boulevard, Eugene, OR 97403, 541-741-9828, This miniature golf course boasts waterfalls, lush landscaping, and creeks and it is a great adventure for everyone! They offer special rates for groups and conventions and have a snack bar and meeting room available. map

Moose's Billiards & Games 194 West Broadway, Eugene, OR 97401, 541-343-6120, This is a family-oriented entertainment center with 20 pool tables, 45 video games, and four air hockey tables. There is also a coffee and snack bar. more... map


Historic Homes & Buildings

Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House (circa 1888) 303 Willamette Street, Eugene, OR 97401, Located on the South Side of Skinner's Butte, 541-484-0808, Known as the "Castle on the Hill," this Queen Anne-style Victorian home is now a publicly owned museum and exhibition center. more... map


Historic Sites & Monuments

East Skinner Butte Historic Landmark Area Site of the city's first settlement, this area includes 24 buildings of historical significance. The buildings, with a variety of period and architectural designs, date from the 1850's to the 1920's.


Museums & Galleries

Center for Appropriate Transport 455 West 1st Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401, 541-344-1197, This museum was designed to encourage community involvement in the use, manufacture, and promotion of sustainable modes of transport, with an emphasis on bicycles. more... map

Jacobs Gallery, The One Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401, 7th & Willamette Streets, 541-684-5635, Located on the lower level of the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, this gallery features exhibits by local and regional Northwest artists. more... map

Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art 1430 Johnson Lane, Eugene, OR 97403, Located on the University of Oregon Campus, 541-346-3027, More than 12,500 pieces of American, Korean, European, Japanese, and Chinese art as well as rotating special exhibitions are housed here along with special programs in this 63,180 square foot museum. more...

Lane County Historical Museum 740 West 13th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97402, 541-682-4239, This museum collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Lane County. There are a variety of exhibits, children's programs, and research archives related to local and national events from the 1840s to the present. more... map

University of Oregon Museum of Natural History 1680 East 15th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97403, 541-346-3024, This museum features exhibits on anthropological, archaeological, and natural science topics. Trained tour guides lead you through the exhibits which are tailored to each group's age level and relevant interests.  more... map


National Parks & Natural Wonders

Cascades Raptor Center 32275 Fox Hollow Road, Eugene, OR 97405, 541-485-1320, This hospital and wildlife center for birds of prey offers visitors the chance to see 40 permanent residents among 25 different species.  more... map


Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Buford Park 33735 Seavey Loop Road, Eugene, OR 97405, 541-682-2000, This park has 16 miles of trails and 2,363 acres of recreation area. Its mission is "to protect and enhance native ecosystems and compatible recreation in the Mt. Pisgah area." more... map

Hendricks Park 2200 Summit Avenue, Eugene, OR 97403, 541-682-5324, Eugene's oldest city park, Hendricks Park offers an abundance of trees, bushes, and flowers. Hiking paths and picnic areas are available at this park open year-round. map

Owen Memorial Rose Garden 300 North Jefferson, Eugene, OR 97401, Located next to the Willamette River, 541-682-4824, This garden features over 4,500 roses of over 400 varieties and other ornamental plants on nine acres.  more... map


Science & Technology

Oregon Air & Space Museum 90377 Boeing Drive, Eugene, OR 97402, 541-461-1101, This museum has displays of full-size aircraft from WWI, supersonic jets, a comprehensive scale model collection, flight suits, aircraft armament, a space program time line, and various other air and space exhibits. There is also a gift shop. more... map

Science Factory, The 2300 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR 97440, 541-682-7888, This museum provides a user-friendly and interesting approach to science with hands-on activities for youth and adults. There are national touring exhibits and a computer lab at this Children's Museum and Planetarium. more... map


Tours & Cruises

Experience Oregon 1574 Coburg Road, #123, Eugene, OR 97401, 541-342-2662, 888-342-2662, Helping you experience the beauty of Oregon, Experience Oregon offers one-day to multi-day tours of natural wonders, nearby popular areas, parks, holiday amusements, museums, aquariums, and so much more. Buses for this touring company range from 25 to 55 passengers.  more... map


Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Eugene Wine Cellars 255 Madison Street, Eugene, OR 97402, 541-342-2600, 877-EUGENE-W, Having had their Pendarvine Pinot Noir chosen for the International Pinot Noir Celebration, Eugene Wine Cellars has become the premier vineyard in the area specializing in Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris from Yamhill, Marion, Washington, Clackamas, and Benton-Lane Counties. more... map

Iris Hill Winery 82110 Territorial Road (Tasting Room), Eugene, OR 97405, Located 18 Miles Southwest in the Lorane Valley, 541-345-1617, Maker of award winning, hand-crafted Pinot noir, Pinot gris, and Chardonnay.  more...

King Estate 80854 Territorial Road, Eugene, OR 97405, 541-942-9874, 800-884-4441, This award winning winery was crafted to resemble a grand European chateau. It sits on 820 acres and is open for tours. Reservations are recommended. more... map

LaVelle Vineyards 89697 Sheffler Road, Elmira, OR 97437, Located 15 Miles West, 541-935-9406, The state of the art facilities of LaVelle Vineyards are set upon a hill on 16 acres and produce Gamay Noir, Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, and sparkling wine. A tasting room is located on the property. more...

Silvan Ridge-Hinman Vineyards 27012 Briggs Hill Road, Eugene, OR 97405, 541-345-1945, 866-5-SILVAN, In the tradition of a small European winery, Silvan Ridge-Hinman Vineyards offers lovely formal yet relaxing surroundings. The tasting room is open daily. more... map

Sweet Cheeks Winery 26961 Briggs Hill Road, Eugene, OR 97405, 541-349-WINE, 877-309-WINE, This vineyard grows Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Reisling on 65-acres in the Willamette Valley. more...

Territorial Vineyards & Wine Company 907 West Third Avenue, Eugene, OR 97402, 541-684-9463, Open to the public for tastings, imbibings, and sales on Friday and Saturday from 2 to 7 and by appointment, the Territorial Vineyards & Wine Company offers a nice selection of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris from their state of the art winemaking facility. more...


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