Things To Do
Spencer's Butte
This is a short, easy hike (~1hr, 750ft elevation) with beautiful views of the Willamette Valley. To access: follow Willamette St southbound just outside of Eugene.
Mt Pisgah
On the other end of town, Mt. Pisgah has a choose-your-own adventure hiking experience. Take a long walk by the river, hike up to the peak (3.5mi, 1,000ft elevation). All fun!
Eugene Saturday Market
Every Saturday from 10am-4pm. If you're not from the area, Saturday Market has some peak Eugene people-watching. Walk around, have lunch, watch the musicians. Join a drum circle?
Jordan Schnitzer + UO Campus
The Schnitzer is a solid art museum, if you want to explore the University of Oregon campus it makes a great starting or ending activity.
Bookshopping
We inevitably end up at a bookstore whenever we go on vacation, and in that spirit we recommend: - Smith Family for the best traditional used bookstore. - Hodgepodge for a glass of beer or wine (or a pot of tea) while you read. - Daffodil Books for just romance. - St. Vinnie's off of River Road for the real bargain hunter. A thrift store with a book section so well-curated they employ a librarian.