Eugene, Oregon is probably most famous for being the home of the University of Oregon. It is the state's second largest city and home to a thriving art scene. As one of the most bike-friendly communities in the country, you might want to ditch the rental car and see the sites of the city from two wheels.
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art has recently seen a complete renovation. Today there are several galleries displaying art from specific countries and continents. Eugene also boasts plenty of green space for all of your outdoor adventures. There are 28 miles off-street bike paths and 78 miles of on-street bike lanes.
The climate in Eugene is considered Marine west coast, but it does show some signs of the Mediterranean climate. Winter months can get chilly with lows falling just below freezing. Winter is also the wet season with rainfall averages climbing up around 8 inches a month. Summers are much dryer and high temperatures barely climb over 70F.
You can find cheap flights to Eugene almost any time during the year. Cheap airline tickets from Chicago to Eugene Airport (EUG) can start just over $200 US. Flying in from Los Angeles will cost about the same with cheap airline tickets at $215 US.
There are a wide variety of accommodations available in and around the city. Cheap hotels in Eugene come in the modern and the unique. You can find cheap hotel rooms with rates staring well under $100 US in downtown Eugene.