Melanie’s guidebook
Outdoors
Park with large old-growth trees, live music on summer evenings and a playground.
9 locals recommend
Emerald Park
1400 Lake DrPark with large old-growth trees, live music on summer evenings and a playground.
This bike path runs on both sides of the Willamette River for 15 miles. Perfect for running, biking or walking.
17 locals recommend
Ruth Bascom Bike Path
Ruth Bascom Bike PathThis bike path runs on both sides of the Willamette River for 15 miles. Perfect for running, biking or walking.
The most iconic hike in Eugene with 360 views of the area. Hike is moderately difficult but well worth the effort.
199 locals recommend
Spencer Butte
The most iconic hike in Eugene with 360 views of the area. Hike is moderately difficult but well worth the effort.
Neighborhoods
An arts and counter-culture neighborhood where food and fermentation are king. This neighborhood is packed with distilleries, wineries and breweries.
78 locals recommend
Whiteaker
An arts and counter-culture neighborhood where food and fermentation are king. This neighborhood is packed with distilleries, wineries and breweries.
Food scene
One of the best restaurants in Eugene. Izakaya serves Japanese-style food and offers a large whiskey library. Where east meets west. Located in the Whiteaker Neighborhood.
148 locals recommend
Izakaya Meiji Company
345 Van Buren StOne of the best restaurants in Eugene. Izakaya serves Japanese-style food and offers a large whiskey library. Where east meets west. Located in the Whiteaker Neighborhood.
Noisette Pastry Kitchen
200 W BroadwayFrench-style bakery and coffee shop in downtown Eugene.
Laughing Planet
760 Blair BlvdHealthy food that is tasty and quick!