Lake Oswego travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Oswego

With a population of 36,619, Lake Oswego is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Lake Oswego deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Lake Oswego

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fivespice Seafood & Wine Bar (315 First Street Suite 201) and Riccardo's Lake Oswego (16035 SW Boones Ferry Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Beso Bar & Bottle (148 B Ave 200) and Hello little India (15158 Bangy Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Lake Oswego.

When to visit Lake Oswego

Lake Oswego in October
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Oswego in October
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lake Oswego

Plane

When flying to Lake Oswego, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lake Oswego include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Oswego departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Oswego. The train journey from Lake Oswego to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Oswego is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 153 miles from Lake Oswego. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Oswego, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lake Oswego takes 185 miles and will cost you around $28. From Oakland, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 990 miles.

Plane

When flying to Lake Oswego, you’ll arrive at Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Lake Oswego include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Oswego departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Oswego. The train journey from Lake Oswego to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Oswego is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 153 miles from Lake Oswego. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Oswego, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lake Oswego takes 185 miles and will cost you around $28. From Oakland, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 990 miles.

Airports near Lake Oswego

Airlines serving Lake Oswego

Lufthansa
Good (4,683 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,616 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,989 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (836 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,752 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (528 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (730 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Oswego

Most booked hotels in Lake Oswego

My Place Hotel-Vancouver, Wa
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 446 reviews)
$120+
Heathman Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 858 reviews)
$168+
Crowne Plaza Portland-Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 533 reviews)
$143+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Washington Square
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 389 reviews)
$146+
Hilton Garden Inn Portland/Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 216 reviews)
$159+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake Oswego
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 100 reviews)
$147+

Renting a car in Lake Oswego

Renting a car in Lake Oswego costs $80 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lake Oswego (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Renting a car in Lake Oswego costs $80 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lake Oswego (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.