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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 42m.

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 $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $27 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 Kyte and Fox, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Oswego, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lake Oswego takes 185 miles and will cost you around $50. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 215 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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 42m.

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 $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $27 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 Kyte and Fox, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Oswego, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lake Oswego takes 185 miles and will cost you around $50. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 215 miles.

Airports near Lake Oswego

Airlines serving Lake Oswego

Lufthansa
Good (4,612 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,454 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,285 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (830 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,517 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (708 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, 450 reviews)
$126+
Heathman Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 866 reviews)
$148+
Crowne Plaza Portland-Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 562 reviews)
$149+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Washington Square
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 391 reviews)
$162+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake Oswego
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 95 reviews)
$141+
Hilton Garden Inn Portland/Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 221 reviews)
$157+

Renting a car in Lake Oswego

Renting a car in Lake Oswego costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Lake Oswego.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Lake Oswego is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lake Oswego costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Lake Oswego.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Lake Oswego is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.