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 16m.

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 Sixt, 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 195 miles and will cost you around $50. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 230 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 16m.

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 Sixt, 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 195 miles and will cost you around $50. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 230 miles.

Airports near Lake Oswego

Airlines serving Lake Oswego

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,498 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,609 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,301 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,561 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,128 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,800 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,591 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (499 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, 449 reviews)
$114+
Heathman Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 862 reviews)
$158+
Crowne Plaza Portland-Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 555 reviews)
$144+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Washington Square
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 389 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, 218 reviews)
$156+

Renting a car in Lake Oswego

Renting a car in Lake Oswego costs $49 per day, on average, or $97 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 20% 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 $49 per day, on average, or $97 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 20% 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.