What to do in Salem, OR

Activities, attractions and tours
Photo provided by Ron Cooper/Travel Salem

Places to Visit in Salem

Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Let Expedia.co.nz help you find the most exciting and fun things to do in Salem, Oregon while also allowing you to save a ton on travel arrangements. Regardless of whether you’re an urban explorer or an intrepid outdoor enthusiast, we can help you decide exactly what to do and see during your time in town.

Our thorough travel guides offer you an insider’s perspective on all of the best Salem attractions from NZ$20, making it easy for you to decide which places to visit and when. And by using Expedia.co.nz to set your sightseeing schedule, you can take in more of the enchanting attractions this area is famous for.

From group Salem tours and must-see landmarks to personal guides who take you off-the-beaten track, Expedia.co.nz offers you over 12 of the most popular events, activities, and attractions in this corner of the world. So whether you’re travelling alone, alongside a loved one, or with the whole family in tow, be sure to browse through our extensive travel guides prior to your plane touching down in this spectacular Salem. We even have a massive selection of flights, car hires, and accommodation for you to choose from. So what are you waiting for? Start your search today, and you’ll be having the time of your life before you know it.


Explore thousands of activities with free cancellation and no added fees.

Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more.

Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel.



Discover the most popular places to visit in Salem

Explore areas of Salem

Salem showing a park

Central Area

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

Central Area
Default Image

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 Bush's Pasture Park and Oregon State Capitol.

Southeast Salem
Default Image

West Salem

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

West Salem
Default Image

Northeast Neighbors

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

Northeast Neighbors
Bush House Museum showing a garden

South Central

If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush's Pasture Park and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.

South Central
Default Image

Morningside

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Bush's Pasture Park and Bush House Museum.

Morningside

Day trip destinations from Salem