Downtown Bend Travel Guide

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Aerial view of people enjoying the Deschutes River, with Old Mill District in the background. Summer fun on the water. Bend, Oregon, USA
Aerial view of people enjoying the Deschutes River, with Old Mill District in the background. Summer fun on the water. Bend, Oregon, USA
A morning coffee stroll along the coast of Oregon was the best way to start the morning. #adventure
Walking around Mirror Pond, in Bend, Oregon.
A somber & pleasant park right in downtown Bend.

Popular places to visit

Old Mill District which includes a bridge

Old Mill District

Nature and society converge in one of Bend’s most charming neighborhoods, which features stunning views and a lively cultural scene.

Old Mill District
Third weekend in August at the Bend amphitheater. Good crowd

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.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater
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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.

Sunriver Resort Golf Course
Drake Park featuring a pond, autumn leaves and a house

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.

Drake Park
High Desert Museum featuring interior views

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.

High Desert Museum
#takeahike best view in Bend

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.

Pilot Butte State Park

Things to do

The Ultimate Scavenger Bend!

The Ultimate Scavenger Bend! (Citywide)

฿755
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
The Ultimate Scavenger Bend! (Citywide)
Craft Brewery Tour and Tastings in Oregon

Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights

฿3,114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights
Food Truck and Brewery Tour with Complimentary Tastings

Food Truck and Brewery Tour with Complimentary Tastings

฿3,114
per adult
Food Truck and Brewery Tour with Complimentary Tastings
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Top hotels in Downtown Bend

The Oxford Hotel Bend

The Oxford Hotel Bend

4 out of 5
10 NW Minnesota Avenue Bend OR
Stay at this boutique hotel in Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (991 reviews)
Great stay! I loved it all. Rooms spacious and clean, great doggie stay program, gym and dry sauna was amazing. (used it twice!) Food was very good from Rome. Had two salads. The cheese board was very very very good! Great service. Loved the comp. sparking wine upon checking in. Super place. We will ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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The Oxford Hotel Bend
McMenamins Old St. Francis

McMenamins Old St. Francis

3 out of 5
700 NW Bond Street Bend OR
The price is ฿4,816 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿4,816
฿5,389 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Tower Theater and Des Chutes Historical Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (311 reviews)
Everything was great.I can't wait to come back.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

McMenamins Old St. Francis
Riverhouse Lodge

Riverhouse Lodge

3.5 out of 5
3075 N. Business 97 Bend OR
The price is ฿3,512 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿3,512
฿4,677 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Bend. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (801 reviews)
Nice room& location

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Riverhouse Lodge
Sunriver Resort

Sunriver Resort

4 out of 5
17600 Center Drive Bend OR
The price is ฿4,093 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
฿4,093
฿5,289 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa condo in Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,098 reviews)
Seamless check in. Great staff. My favorite room was ready. Saw Elk in the morning mist. Star studded night sky.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Sunriver Resort
Juniper Preserve

Juniper Preserve

4 out of 5
65600 Pronghorn Club Dr Bend OR
Stay at this spa resort in Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (552 reviews)
Very courteous and welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

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Juniper Preserve
Hotel Peppertree Bend, BW Premier Collection

Hotel Peppertree Bend, BW Premier Collection

3.5 out of 5
1082 SW Yates Dr Bend OR
The price is ฿3,390 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
฿3,390
฿3,794 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
I was really happy with the room and amenities. I used the gym to do my PT , and also the two queen beds were so comfortable.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hotel Peppertree Bend, BW Premier Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bend

A morning coffee stroll along the coast of Oregon was the best way to start the morning. #adventure

Old Bend

If you're spending some time in Old Bend, Deschutes River and Drake Park are top sights worth seeing.

Old Bend
Walking around Mirror Pond, in Bend, Oregon.

River West

While visiting River West, you might make a stop by sights like Drake Park and Deschutes River.

River West
Pano of the Deschutes River at dusk! #SpringFun

Old Mill District

While visiting Old Mill District, you might make a stop by sights like Old Mill District and Deschutes River.

Old Mill District
#takeahike best view in Bend

Orchard District

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Orchard District, you might make a stop by sights like Central Bend and Blockbuster.

Orchard District
Conifer forest along the Deschutes River

Southern Crossing

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Southern Crossing, you might make a stop by sights like Hayden Homes Amphitheater and Old Mill District.

Southern Crossing
Panorama of Three Sisters and Broken Top mountains from Dutchman Flat

Larkspur

4/5(1 area review)

While Larkspur isn't home to many top sights, Pilot Butte State Park and Old Mill District are some notable places to visit nearby.

Larkspur

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