# Bend oregon
Spotlight on Prineville Oregon
Prineville is the oldest city in Central Oregon, with a laid-back small-town charm. It is a scenic place to live or vacation, with an abundance of hiking and fishing opportunities within minutes of home. Whether you are looking for a new hometown with a tight knit community or a place to vacation or retire that offers plenty of fun things to do, you will love all that Prineville has to offer.
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Prohibition Caves and Oregon Spirit Distillery Tour in Bend, Oregon | Things to do in Bend
Bend, Oregon has some really interesting terrain that was caused by volcanic activity many years ago. Outside of town you can find Boyd Cave, a volcanic lava tube that was formed thousands of years ago. This cave (and others like in the area) were used during prohibition to distill and store illegal booze. You can take a tour of this cave with Wanderlust Tours, an awesome tour group in Bend. After exploring the cave, the second half of your tour includes a visit to Oregon Spirit Distillery for a tour of their production process followed by a whiskey tasting. If you are interested in booking this tour, visit here: <a href="https://www.wanderlusttours.com/prohibition-cave-tour">https://www.wanderlusttours.com/prohibition-cave-tour</a>
Shopping in Bend, Oregon at The Old Mill District | Things to Do in Bend, Oregon
While on our trip in Bend, we checked out the Old Mill District, which is a historic area in Bend that has been transformed into a shopping and dining destination right on the Deschutes River. As well as shopping and dining, you'll find entertainment in the form of a movie theater and live concerts on the river during the spring and summer. We loved that they had a mix of local boutiques and businesses mixed with all our favorite national brands as well. Definitely a great way to spend a chill afternoon in Bend!
Domaine Serene Wine Bar Bend, Oregon
Heading to Bend, Oregon and looking for things to do and the best places to eat? We got you! Check out this short video of our visit to Domaine Serene wine bar in Bend, Oregon. If you are a wine lover, Bend is going to be a destination you will LOVE! Oregon is known for their delicious wines, and Domaine Serene does not disappoint. Stop in for a glass, or come for dinner. We got the VIP Sommelier tasting experience, complete with a wine and food pairing, plus a little tour of this beautiful space. Make sure to make reservations for your next visit to Bend!
Snowshoeing Dinner in Bend, Oregon with Wanderlust Tours
Heading to Bend, Oregon and wondering what you should put on your itinerary? How about a snowshoeing excursion to a bonfire in the middle of the forest? This was such a magical experience and we had the time of our lives. Definitely check out this awesome excursion with Wanderlust Tours if you find dyourself in Bend in the winter!
We Visited Bend, Oregon and Tried Snowmobiling!
On our recent trip to Bend, Oregon, we headed out with Central Oregon Adventures for a fun filled morning of snowmobiling and exploring the Cascade Mountains. This is such a fun and adventurous thing that you can do if you are traveling to Central Oregon and you are looking for fun things to do in Bend, Oregon. This excursion lasted about 2 hours and included a short instruction on how to operate and drive a snowmobile. For many of us, it was our first time ever riding snow mobiles and we all LOVED it! Definitely a must if you are visiting Bend, Oregon in the winter!