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Salem, the state capital city, is Oregon's second largest city. Salem is located in the center of the Willamette Valley, one of the most fertile and agriculturally productive regions of the world. With a central location, 47 miles south of Portland and 64 miles north of Eugene, Salem serves as the hub of both state government and the surrounding farming communities. Although state government is this city's largest employer, Salem is also a major agricultural food processing center. Salem is one of Oregon's oldest communities. The Indian name for the locality was Chemeketa, said to mean "meeting or resting place."
Salem’s Downtown
Bounded by Marion and Mission streets north and south, and the Willamette River and 12th street west and east, Salem’s downtown redevelopment program is recognized nationally.
For information about the Salem Saturday Market call (503) 585-8264
Salem Oregon Attractions
Oregon State Fairgrounds
2330 17th Street NE,
Salem, OR 97303-3201
503 947-3247
Oregon State Fair
Last week of August
The biggest event of the year, since 1860, boasts fun for all. You will see art, farm animals, extreme rides, exotic foods, endless games – all the things that are great about Oregon. Mark your calendars!
Other happenings at the Fairgrounds during the year include flea markets and trade shows. |
A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village
116 Marion St. NE (in Riverfront Park)
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 371-3631
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village is a private nonprofit children's museum located in downtown Salem in Riverfront Park. providing innovative and stimulating educational experiences which spark children's natural curiosity. |
The Willamette Queen
(503) 375-5718
The sternwheel riverboat makes its home port in Salem, Oregon. In Salem, the sternwheeler offers one and two-hour excursions. Runs through Salem and other
Willamette Valley communities. |
Eco Earth
Salem’s Riverfront Park
(800) 874-7012
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Riverfront Carousel
101 Front St NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 540-0374 |
Bush Park and Deepwood Estates
600 Mission St SE
Salem OR 97302
503-588-6261
Deepwood is an elegant Queen-Anne style mansion built in 1894, with stained glass windows of Tiffany quality and complemented by golden oak woodwork. It is located at the end of Bush’s Pasture Park, and is surrounded by nearly six acres of wildflower gardens which are open to the public. The gazebo in the boxwood garden was part of the 1905 Lewis & Clark Exposition. Bush's Pasture Park offers a delicious mix of open spaces, gardens, walking paths, and a Victorian greenhouse. The rose garden dates from the late 1950s and includes extensive older hybrid tea plantings as well as the Tartar Old Rose Collection. |
Mission Mill Village
This 4.5 acre park includes a Visitors Center, Mission Mill Museum, Thomas Kay Woolen Mill, Jason Lee House and Parsonage, John D. Boone House, Pioneer Presbyterian Church and Marion Museum. The site is dedicated to the preservation of history of Salem and the Northwest; exhibits and tours available. Mission Mill Museum is regionally known as a premier Salem, Oregon historical attraction. Picnic with the ducks near the mill stream, or browse through art and craft shops, whatever your pleasure. |
Oregon State Capitol
The capitol was built in 1938 and is made of Vermont marble in modern Greek style. At the top stands the "The Golden Oregon Pioneer," a statue regilded with gold overleaf by the Children of Oregon, stands 24 feet high on the dome. The interior houses extensive historic murals, an Oregon gift shop and an exhibit area. Seasonal tours to the tower are available. |
Silver Creek Falls State Park
503-873-4395
20024 Silverfalls Hwy SE
Sublimity, OR 97385
Reserve a cabin:
1-800-452-5687
Located 26 miles east of Salem, near Silverton, the park is one of the largest state parks in Oregon, with 14 waterfalls throughout the 8,600 acres. Trail of ten falls is a spectacular walk that will make you feel like you’re in a fairytale. |
Enchanted Forest
8462 Enchanted Way SE
Turner, OR 97392
Off I-5, in Turner, the storybook theme park which is located in a forest setting, offers attractions for the whole family. A mining town, haunted house, food stands and live stage entertainment are among the attractions. |
Hallie Ford Museum of Art
503-370-6855
900 State Street
Salem, Oregon 97301
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art (HFMA) exists to support the liberal arts curriculum of Willamette University, and to serve as an intellectual and cultural resource for the City of Salem and beyond, through the collection, preservation, exhibition, and interpretation of historical and contemporary art with an emphasis on regional art.
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Mt. Angel Abbey
One Abbey Drive
St. Benedict, Oregon, 97373
503-845-3030
Built on a 330-foot butte, 14 miles northeast of Salem, it has been home to the Benedictine Order since 1887. This monastery home not only has a beautiful view but also houses a library famous for its architecture and collection of rare books. Tours are by appointment only. There is a gift shop on premises. |
Thrill-Ville USA Amusement Park
8372 Enchanted Way SE
Turner, OR 97392
(South of Salem off I-5, exit 248)
(503) 363-4095
The place for family fun, with many rides, exciting shows, a kiddie play area, and more.
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Oregon Garden
879 West Main Street
Silverton Oregon 97381
503-874-8100
877-674-2733
Enjoy one of Oregon's most popular destinations, where thousands of plants are displayed in more than 20 specialty gardens. Explore amazing water features, garden art, wetlands, the Rediscovery Forest, a playful garden just for kids, the 400-year-old Signature Oak and the Gordon House, the only house in Oregon designed by the legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Discover how easy it is to relax and be dazzled at The Oregon Garden, located on 80 acres in Historic Silverton.
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Dallas Aquatic Center
1005 SE La Creole Dr.
Dallas, OR 97338
(503) 623-9715
Featuring a Water Slide, 25yd Lap Pool, River, leisure pool, Kiddie wading pool, Diving boards, therapy pool, Hot tub.
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More Attractions
Carlson Skate Park
930 Chemawa Rd. NE
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-3700
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Marion Skate Park
Downtown Salem in Marion Park
Corner of Marion and Commercial Streets
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Salem-Keizer Volcanoes-Baseball
6700 Field of Dreams Way NE
PO Box 20936
Keizer, OR 97303
(503) 390-2225 ext. 3007 |
Wallace Marine Sports Complex and
Wallace Marine Park
West Salem, off Wallace Rd. on Glen Creek.
Salem, OR 97304
(503) 364-1923 (softball complex)
(503) 588-6261 (community services) |
Woodburn Dragstrip
7730 Hwy. 219
Woodburn, OR 97071
(503) 982-4461 |
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