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Eugene, OR is a great place to visit, with plenty of things for visitors to explore. The city features an array of attractions, from the University of Oregon campus and its museums and theaters to outdoor activities such as kayaking, rafting, and hiking in nearby forests. In addition, Eugene has several craft breweries and wineries, as well as farm-to-table restaurants. All of this makes Eugene a great destination for travelers looking for something to do on their trip.
The reviews of Eugene are generally positive, with many people praising the city's mix of outdoor activities and cultural attractions. Visitors also appreciate the city's friendly atmosphere; locals often go out of their way to welcome visitors into their community. People also love the local cuisine, which features organic products from local farms in addition to traditional dishes like fish tacos. On top of all that, the city is known for its vibrant music scene and art galleries. No matter what brings you there, you're sure to have an enjoyable time in Eugene!
based on 89 ReviewsGet to know Eugene with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Eugene
shouldn't have bought a house - 7/1/2020
Something is wrong with the people. We moved here from N. Calif. There are too many burned-out drug hippies. Young kids who broke down the street signs and then on top of it they're building 1,000 of subdivisions-destroying the forests that brought us here in the first place. It's starting to look like L.A. Lots of gray
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Good College Town - 6/13/2020
I lived in Eugene for 4 years as an undergrad at U of O.
Aspects:
The Outdoors: The towering trees, rivers, and hiking trails are downright gorgeous. Coming from someone who has lived most of his life in a big city-unable to escape concrete, this was perhaps my favorite aspect of Eugene.
Public Transportation: The bus system is solid, running relatively frequently.
The Culture: This is a very non-materialistic city, or "hippy" city as many would put it. Something I personally enjoyed. Many left wing activists call Eugene home and we have the Co-ops to prove it. Oregon is one of the least churched/religious states in the country, so know that before you choose to move here. Ethnically, it's fairly white, but definitely more diverse at the University. All the same, it's quite tolerant.
Nightlife: Lots of solid bars and restaurants to check out. Not much in the way of big, ritzy clubs that you'll find in big cities-
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Eugene is hell on earth. - 3/24/2020
TERRIBLE! This town is filthy. I couldn’t go one week without being robbed by the homeless population. They own your stuff more than you do. The crime is out of hand. College students are pumping music day and night, this town will take everything you have and ruin your life. AVOID.
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It's.... bad. - 3/10/2020
Worst town on the planet. Littered with trash everywhere. Dangerous and violent homeless. The college students shake the town with thumping music 24 hours a day, you'll forget what sleep is. It's a town for deadbeats and losers. Move along and find somewhere better if you know whats good for
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Resident from October 2018-present - 10/14/2019
Pros:
Beautiful scenery- The Eugene area is full of greenery, rivers, lakes, buttes, and mountains in the distance.
Moderately sized- not quite a big city, but not too much of a small town feel either. Traffic exists but is seldom more than a few minute ordeal.
Excellent arts and culture- With the University of Oregon here, there are plentiful book, art, and music stores here. There is also a market downtown every Saturday that is full of interesting products and people.
Tolerant culture- plenty of ethnic diversity here, and people mind their own business quite well. Not much bigotry happening here.
Excellent beer- Oregon in general has incredible beer.
Excellent geography-
Eugene is just a little over an hour from the coast, and an hour from the mountains the other way. There is a spectacular range of natural beauty surrounding this area.
Cons-
A lot of rain. Eugene gets more sunny days than rainy days on average, but 47
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I've never felt so unsafe! - 10/12/2019
There are so many homeless people here... At first I had sympathy but after all the robberies, vandalism, litter, drugs and broken glass/needles in every corner... I can safely say I will never go back to
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Terrible. College town of dimwits. - 10/12/2019
TERRIBLE! This is the worst town I have ever been unfortunate enough to wind up in. Expensive rent, college students who act like neanderthals and shake the whole town's walls with thumping music 24/7.
And the worst part, the homeless and drug problem. I literally couldnt go more than 24 hours without kicking homless people off of my property. They would leave so much trash and broken glass and even needles! The students of U of O should be ashamed for ruining what could be a good town, and the police need to actually do something about the horrible crime problem.
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Trash town - 8/27/2019
Nice if you're a drug addict criminal. But if you re an innocent person with career goals stay away. You'll be robbed, stalked, tormented and basically tortured until you're forced to move. I've only lived here a year and the amount of break ins and robberies I've had is shocking. the police do nothing, I kick homeless people out of my backyard every day and they leave behind all kinds of needles and broken glass. Avoid Eugene at all costs, not even worth stopping in, I'd take the long way and drive around it. This town is a stain on the otherwise beautiful Oregon.
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THE WORST - 8/26/2019
Dont move here, trust me. Not a single good thing to say. the trees and nature are nice but they're filled with litter and heroin needles. The homeless are out of control. Drug addicts will break into your property every day. Just forget this town exists.
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