Neighborhood Guidebook
Sightseeing
Spencer Butte
Moderately difficult hike with amazing views
University of Oregon
1585 E 13th AveHome of the Oregon Ducks!
A world-class track and field facility and host to the 2024 Olympic Track and Field Trials. This marks the fifth consecutive time the event has been at the UO since 2008 and the eighth time overall. The event will serve as the Team USA selection event for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. The tower features a lobby filled with interpretive exhibits, an observation deck, viewing areas, and an elevator and staircase to the top. It flares upward to resemble an Olympic torch.
177 locals recommend
Hayward Field
1530 E 15th AveA world-class track and field facility and host to the 2024 Olympic Track and Field Trials. This marks the fifth consecutive time the event has been at the UO since 2008 and the eighth time overall. The event will serve as the Team USA selection event for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. The tower features a lobby filled with interpretive exhibits, an observation deck, viewing areas, and an elevator and staircase to the top. It flares upward to resemble an Olympic torch.
Skinner Butte Park
248 Cheshire AveA Victorian-style home known as the “Castle on the Hill.” Open for tours.
18 locals recommend
Shelton McMurphey Johnson House
303 Willamette StA Victorian-style home known as the “Castle on the Hill.” Open for tours.
Arts & Culture
McDonald Theater
1010 Willamette StGreat place to see a show
Matthew Knight Arena
1390 Villard StFor concerts and sporting events
Hult Center for the Performing Arts
1 Eugene CenterPerforming Arts Center
Things To Do
Bicycle rentals! Eugene is America’s most bicycle friendly city!
23 locals recommend
Bicycle Way of Life
556 Charnelton StBicycle rentals! Eugene is America’s most bicycle friendly city!
Eugene’s oldest city park, featuring hiking trails, picnic tables & a 200 year old Douglas Fir 🌲
196 locals recommend
Hendricks Park
Skyline BoulevardEugene’s oldest city park, featuring hiking trails, picnic tables & a 200 year old Douglas Fir 🌲
Owen Rose Garden
300 N Jefferson St
McKenzie River
Ask us for tips on river floating!
5th Street Public Market
296 E 5th AveShopping and restaurants
Tamolitch Falls (Blue Pool)
Explore Downtown Springfield
Just a few minutes’ walk from the house, Main St. beckons with its vibrant blend of dining and entertainment options. Discover a selection of top-notch restaurants, lively breweries, and an eclectic mix of food carts that promise a taste for every palate. Whether you're looking for a gourmet meal, a cool pint, or a night out on the town, Main St. is the place to be!
Main St, Springfield, OR, USA
Just a few minutes’ walk from the house, Main St. beckons with its vibrant blend of dining and entertainment options. Discover a selection of top-notch restaurants, lively breweries, and an eclectic mix of food carts that promise a taste for every palate. Whether you're looking for a gourmet meal, a cool pint, or a night out on the town, Main St. is the place to be!
5 blocks away, private jetted hot tub rentals infrared sauna to help detoxify your body to improve sleep, blood circulation and soothe muscle aches.
Springfield Spas & Tanning
1100 Main St5 blocks away, private jetted hot tub rentals infrared sauna to help detoxify your body to improve sleep, blood circulation and soothe muscle aches.
Springfield Museum
590 Main StSpringfield History Museum will be reopening July 12, 2024
The Simpson’s Springfield Mural
500 N 5th StA must see for fan's of The Simpson's!
Food & Drink Scene
Hub for food vendors, a beer hall, a whiskey bar and an outdoor area for live entertainment.
58 locals recommend
PublicHouse
418 A StHub for food vendors, a beer hall, a whiskey bar and an outdoor area for live entertainment.
Tavern on Main
Classy upscale bar and kitchen.
Mezza Luna Pizzeria
115 S 5th StAmazing pizza
The Monkey's Paw
Tiki bar with food carts, karaoke, live music, comedy and more.
Plank Town Brewing Company
346 Main StBrewery with great comfort food
Tasting room and entertainment venue with excellent food carts
Swallowtail Spirits "The Distillery" (a Tasting Room & Venue)
111 Main StTasting room and entertainment venue with excellent food carts
Local Gastro-Pub offering high end pub food, beer & cocktails. Great place to watch the game or play pinball, pool, or weekly trivia.
The Pedaler
Local Gastro-Pub offering high end pub food, beer & cocktails. Great place to watch the game or play pinball, pool, or weekly trivia.
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Springfield Oregon - The Inspiration for The Simpsons!
Springfield, Oregon was the inspiration for the 80s hit television show. Tributes to The Simpsons are throughout the city — seek out the many surprise murals that pop up in unexpected places, and see if you can spot locations depicted in the show!
Customs and culture
Nike Started in Springfield
Eugene typically gets the credit for the Nike brand — but Nike’s running shoes were first developed in Springfield, Oregon.
Olympian and University of Oregon Track Coach Bill Bowerman actually refined the first famous running shoe in his garage in Springfield, using his wife's waffle iron. In 1964, Phil Knight helped sell Bowerman's innovative shoes out of his van.