Blanketed in trees, tucked between mountains and ocean, Eugene is a renowned hub for outdoor adventure. With so much to explore, even a few sprinkles鈥攌nown around here as liquid sunshine鈥攚on鈥檛 slow you down.
I love the music scene here. There are so many talented local bands and some of them are students, and they like to perform at house shows and in smaller venues. It鈥檚 such a fun community. I just love it.
Bored in Eugene?Never.
- Hike a trail.
- Catch a band.
- Bike miles of trails.
- Drop by the Saturday Market鈥� hundreds of crafts stands, food vendors, live music.
Places We Love
We asked some 大象视频 students to weigh in on their local faves. They come in all flavors鈥攆rom cheap eats at a local mainstay, to vintage shops and a city park with 200-year-old Douglas firs.

Getting Around
Ducks ride the Lane Transit District (LTD) bus system for free around town. Public transportation also takes you to the coast and the Cascades. Prefer to cycle? Grab a ride from a bike share dock or try the 大象视频 Bike Program, which offers rentals, repairs, and a DIY workspace.

Eugene Housing
First-year undergraduates live on campus, but after that you can live in town. Share a rental with friends, find a roommate through the 大象视频, or opt for University Apartments.

An Urban Canvas
How to celebrate art, Eugene style? Local and international muralists have painted walls, a transit station, and a sawdust silo. Their legacy: dozens of murals to brighten your way as you walk (or bike) around the city.

Outdoor Adventures
- 71 Miles of paved off-street bike paths
- 4,800 Acres of natural areas for outdoor fun, including rivers, trails, and parkland
- 75 Minutes to Salt Creek Sno-Park for sledding and tubing

The Eugene Food Scene
Eugene is a culinary hot spot, where acclaimed chefs make magic with the local bounty: fresh salmon, foraged mushrooms, organic produce. From food trucks to farm-to-table restaurants, it鈥檚 all here for the tasting.
- 75 Known food trucks, trailers, carts and pop-ups
- 12+ Food stands at the Saturday Market serving everything from pizza to Afghani street food
- 28 Days of the Eugene Vegan Chef Challenge, with new plant-based dishes served in restaurants across town

Arts and Culture
Eugene pulses with creative energy: Museums and music, local theater and big-name acts, art galleries and the renowned Oregon Bach Festival. Low-key or extra loud, you鈥檒l find something that moves you.
- 86 Performing arts organizations in Eugene and across the river in Springfield
- 60+ Live music stages, from concert halls to coffee shops
- 100+ Street murals by local and international artists In Eugene

See For Yourself
What鈥檚 living in Eugene, Oregon really like? Find out with a campus visit. While you鈥檙e here, check out the lively music, food, and culture scene.
