Southwest Bend Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Old Mill District
Nature and society converge in one of Bend’s most charming neighborhoods, which features stunning views and a lively cultural scene.
Hayden Homes Amphitheater
You can get tickets for a performance at Hayden Homes Amphitheater during your stay in Bend. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
High Desert Museum
Learn about central Oregon’s culture and come face to face with its wildlife, including birds of prey, bobcats, badgers and more, at Bend’s unique museum.
Sunriver Resort Golf Course
Play a round of golf at Sunriver Resort Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Bend such as cycling. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Drake Park
Stroll along Mirror Pond and enjoy stunning views of Mount Bachelor in Bend’s premier park, which hosts a range of seasonal events.
Pilot Butte State Park
Enjoy a trip to Pilot Butte State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Bend. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Things to do
The Ultimate Scavenger Bend! (Citywide)
Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights
Food Truck and Brewery Tour with Complimentary Tastings
1.5 Hours Private Meditations with the Horses in Oregon
Top hotels in Southwest Bend
Riverhouse Lodge
Great location and cool rooms on the river.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Campfire Hotel
Great front desk
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Sunriver Resort
Breakfast staff was amazing
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Peppertree Bend, BW Premier Collection
Breakfast good Parking free Dog friendly
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bend South by IHG
Pros: Late checkout time, breakfast was always well stocked, clean room. Cons: No hot tub, weekend parking was tough.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Bend Inn & Suites
Room was clean and in a convenient location to down town
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Bend
Century West
While Century West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Deschutes Brewery and Hayden Homes Amphitheater.
Southeast Bend
Southeast Bend might not have many top sights, but Bend Factory Stores and Old Mill District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southern Crossing
While visiting Southern Crossing, you might make a stop by sights like Hayden Homes Amphitheater and Old Mill District.
Old Mill District
While visiting Old Mill District, you might make a stop by sights like Old Mill District and Deschutes River.
Deschutes River Woods
While visiting Deschutes River Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Deschutes River and Newberry National Volcanic Monument.
Old Farm District
While Old Farm District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Mill District and Hayden Homes Amphitheater.
