Things to do in Salem

Activities, attractions and tours
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What to do in Salem


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Areas of Salem

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Central Area

If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

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Southeast Salem

While Southeast Salem may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Historic Deepwood Estate and Bush's Pasture Park.

Southeast Salem
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West Salem

When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and Salem Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Northgate

While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Salem Armory Auditorium.

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Northeast Neighbors

If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.

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North East Salem

When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North East Salem