Welcome to Salem

The Most Oregon Part of Oregon

If you're looking for the authentic Oregon experience, look no further - your journey's just begun.

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Things to Do

Salem inarguably offers the best of the big city and small town Oregon – where one-of-a-kind experiences allow visitors to get up close and personal with the crafters and creators, artists and…

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Eat & Drink

It’s no secret that Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley is home to a thriving food-and-drink scene. The area is bursting with quirky eateries, intimate wineries and craft breweries – along with an eclectic mix…

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Places to Stay

From full-service hotels to vineyard stays, campgrounds to cozy bed and breakfasts - you’ll find a plenty of places where you can rest and re-charge.

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Magic at the Mill

December 19 - 23, 2023 | This seasonal festival will brighten your winter nights with thousands of twinkling lights. Learn More

Upcoming Events

Silverton Christmas Market

November 17 – December 31, 2023

An awe-inspiring light display and market at the Oregon Garden Resort! This annual event offers a magical holiday experience for all ages.

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Annual Willamette Valley Ornament Hunt

November 17 — December 31, 2023

Two hundred locally-crafted wooden ornaments will be hidden along trails in both forests where hikers can seek them out and register to win this year’s grand prize.

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Santa Crawl

December 16, 2023

Downtown Salem's Jolliest Bar Crawl. Participants have the opportunity to win prizes and raffle items during the crawl.

Holiday Sparkles at Powerland

December, 2023

Beautiful holiday lights and decorations.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

View or get a free copy of our 2023-24 Visitor Guide here.

Blog

Travel Ideas & Inspiration found here

Check out our blogs for hidden gems, under-the-radar experiences and great seasonal ideas to work into your Salem area travel itinerary.

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