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Willamette Valley Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Willamette Valley Vineyards during your travels to Turner. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Elsinore Theater
Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Oregon State Capitol
Watch legislative sessions, learn about key moments in Oregon’s history and admire the art deco architecture of one of the most recognizable buildings in the state.
Orchard Heights Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Orchard Heights Winery during your travels to Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
Catch an event at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion during your trip to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Salem Hospital
Though Salem Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Salem while you are here.
Salem Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Salem Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Chemeketa Community College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Chemeketa Community College, during your trip to Hayesville. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Salem
Southeast Salem
While Southeast Salem isn't home to many top sights, Honeywood Winery and Bush's Pasture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like L. B. Day Amphitheater and Oregon State Fair Skychairs.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
South Central
While visiting South Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bush's Pasture Park and Bush House Museum.