The Salem Guide
Food scene
We've never been disappointed here yet! Great vibe, food, drinks, and staff. The menu has something for everyone.
28 locals recommend
Taproot Lounge & Cafe
356 State StWe've never been disappointed here yet! Great vibe, food, drinks, and staff. The menu has something for everyone.
Possibly the most highly recommended brunch place in Salem, people travel from Portland and beyond to eat here. And it's so convenient, just right across the street!
49 locals recommend
Word Of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro
140 17th St NEPossibly the most highly recommended brunch place in Salem, people travel from Portland and beyond to eat here. And it's so convenient, just right across the street!
Doughnut lovers must try this place! The conchas are amazing too. Vegan options available.
Dough Hook Bake Shop
1970 Lancaster Drive NortheastDoughnut lovers must try this place! The conchas are amazing too. Vegan options available.
Very popular coffee-shop-plus-cocktail-bar with a speakeasy vibe.
34 locals recommend
Archive Coffee & Bar
102 Liberty St NEVery popular coffee-shop-plus-cocktail-bar with a speakeasy vibe.
Dozens of food trucks surround a massive indoor space with a bar, coffee counter, indoor restrooms, and loads of communal seating.
16 locals recommend
The Yard Food Park
4106 State StDozens of food trucks surround a massive indoor space with a bar, coffee counter, indoor restrooms, and loads of communal seating.
Outdoor Activities
Large nearby city park with forested trails, stream, sports fields, activities, rose garden, and more. Convenient for a pleasant walk or short run.
47 locals recommend
Bush's Pasture Park
890 Mission St SELarge nearby city park with forested trails, stream, sports fields, activities, rose garden, and more. Convenient for a pleasant walk or short run.
Vast riverside park with miles of trails along river, lake, and forest areas.
60 locals recommend
Minto-Brown Island Park
2200 Minto Island Rd SWVast riverside park with miles of trails along river, lake, and forest areas.
Beautiful waterfalls! Short or long hikes. Go behind the falls!
293 locals recommend
Silver Falls State Park
20024 Silver Falls Highway SoutheastBeautiful waterfalls! Short or long hikes. Go behind the falls!
Sightseeing
Beautiful riverfront park in downtown Salem, with plenty to see and do, including amphitheater, carousel rides, sculptures, walking bridges, and more.
49 locals recommend
Riverfront City Park
200 Water St NEBeautiful riverfront park in downtown Salem, with plenty to see and do, including amphitheater, carousel rides, sculptures, walking bridges, and more.
Don't forget to check out the state capitol buildings and park while visiting Salem!
45 locals recommend
Oregon State Capitol
900 Court St NEDon't forget to check out the state capitol buildings and park while visiting Salem!