Old Bend Travel Guide
Bend
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Old Mill District
Nature and society converge in one of Bend’s most charming neighborhoods, which features stunning views and a lively cultural scene.
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.
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.
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 Old Bend
The Newberry Hotel Bend, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Check in was great, staff very helpful with great customer service"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
McMenamins Old St. Francis
"Everything felt very welcoming. Staff were helpful, rooms were spacious, and plenty of amenities on site. Lots of stamps available throughout this location for your McMenamins Passport!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Riverhouse Lodge
"Great pool and location. I didn’t like a smell in the hallways."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Bend Inn & Suites
"Clean and simple. Pool worked. Not high class but comfortable and friendly"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bend
"Clean room, but the adjoining doors were open when I returned to my room after grocery shopping."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Campfire Hotel
"My only gripe was the bar on property was not opened."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Bend
Downtown Bend
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bend, Tower Theater and Deschutes River are top sights worth seeing.
Old Mill District
While visiting Old Mill District, you might make a stop by sights like Old Mill District and Deschutes River.
River West
While visiting River West, you might make a stop by sights like Drake Park and Deschutes River.
Southern Crossing
While visiting Southern Crossing, you might make a stop by sights like Hayden Homes Amphitheater and Old Mill District.
Orchard District
While visiting Orchard District, you might make a stop by sights like Blockbuster and Pilot Butte State Park.
Larkspur
While Larkspur isn't home to many top sights, Pilot Butte State Park and Old Mill District are some notable places to visit nearby.
