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, Alaska Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Oswego departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Oswego. The train journey from Lake Oswego to Salem takes 1h 24m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $18 for a 2h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Oswego is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 246 km 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 282 km and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 346 km.

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, Alaska Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Oswego departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Oswego. The train journey from Lake Oswego to Salem takes 1h 24m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $18 for a 2h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Oswego is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 246 km 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 282 km and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 346 km.

Airports near Lake Oswego

Airlines serving Lake Oswego

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,585 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,936 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,724 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (513 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,588 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, 856 reviews)
$163+
Crowne Plaza Portland-Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 535 reviews)
$130+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake Oswego
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 97 reviews)
$143+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Washington Square
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 388 reviews)
$140+
Hilton Garden Inn Portland/Lake Oswego
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 218 reviews)
$154+

Renting a car in Lake Oswego

Renting a car in Lake Oswego costs $85 per day, on average, or $169 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, 29% 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. 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 $85 per day, on average, or $169 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, 29% 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. 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.