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Ranked #1 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Excellent source of the most beautiful...“ 19/05/2013
- ”If you visit in May or June“ 18/05/2013
Category: Speciality Shops; Gardens
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We invite you to stroll through our 10-acre display gardens during Bloom Season early May to early June. Gift shop, plant...
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We invite you to stroll through our 10-acre display gardens during Bloom Season early May to early June. Gift shop, plant sale, cut Iris by the stem or by the dozen. Gardens open dawn to dusk. FREE admission, FREE parking.
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Ranked #2 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Offers a variety of activies“ 07/05/2013
- ”Perfect place to go biking and DOG PAR...“ 03/05/2013
Category: Parks
Minto-Brown Island Park is a very large park in southern Salem. It has a large off-leash area for dogs and many miles of paved paths thru a variety of different landscapes: by the... more »
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Ranked #3 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Great place for kids.“ 14/05/2013
- ”A Fun Afternoon for Little Ones“ 12/04/2013
Category: Children’s Museums; Museums
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A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village is a private nonprofit children's museum located in downtown Salem's Riverfront Park....
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A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village is a private nonprofit children's museum located in downtown Salem's Riverfront Park. Founded in 1989, A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village provides innovative and stimulating educational experiences which spark children's natural curiosity. The Village's mission is to “inspire children of all ages to learn and grow through play.” This is accomplished through fun and challenging exhibits, camps, birthday parties, membership opportunities and outreach programs in the sciences, arts, and humanities. The Village is composed of three historic house; the Rockenfield House, Gilbert House and Parrish House.
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Ranked #4 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”A unique looking building“ 18/05/2013
- ”An interesting design for a Capitol Bu...“ 08/05/2013
Category: Government Buildings
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Architecture and history enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to this white, Greek-style building whose rotunda is topped with a...
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Architecture and history enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to this white, Greek-style building whose rotunda is topped with a gold leaf statue representing Oregon's first settlers. Inside are murals depicting state history, and outside are sculptures, gardens and grounds for strolling or picnicking.
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Ranked #5 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”For Theme Park Aficionados“ 20/05/2013
- ”Hidden Gem in Salem“ 19/05/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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A theme park nestled in the beautiful lush forests of Oregon with lots of hands on see and do adventure. Stroll through...
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A theme park nestled in the beautiful lush forests of Oregon with lots of hands on see and do adventure. Stroll through Storybook Lane, the Western Town. and the English Village, home of the Fantasy Fountains water-light show. Rides include the Ice Mountain Bobsled Roller Coaster, the Big Timber Log Ride, indoor target shooting Challenge of Mondor, bumper cars plus several kiddy rides and a walk-through Haunted House. The outdoor comedy theatre presents farces on fairy tales during the summer months. Picnicking, gift shops, food and more.
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Ranked #6 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Great public library.“ 14/05/2013
- ”Rated hightly the U.S. News and World...“ 27/04/2013
Category: Libraries
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Ranked #7 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Family friendly, beautiful“ 14/05/2013
- ”Good old fashion fun“ 27/04/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #8 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Must visit!“ 14/05/2013
- ”my trip“ 11/12/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #9 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Historic and entertaining“ 27/04/2013
- ”History with wine“ 23/02/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #10 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Salem's best“ 14/05/2013
- ”Lovely park“ 29/04/2013
Category: Parks; Historic Sites
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Smack in the middle of the city sits the 90-acre Bush's Pasture Park, with trails for jogging, walking or biking, picnic...
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Smack in the middle of the city sits the 90-acre Bush's Pasture Park, with trails for jogging, walking or biking, picnic areas and playgrounds, Oregon's oldest greenhouse conservatory and the historic Bush House Museum, a Victorian home with original wallpaper and furnishings.
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Ranked #11 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”State St. gem“ 13/02/2013
- ”Hidden treasure“ 23/01/2013
Category: Art Museums
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An outstanding collection of Native American baskets is one of the highlights of this Willamette University museum, which...
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An outstanding collection of Native American baskets is one of the highlights of this Willamette University museum, which specializes in art of the Pacific Northwest and also features European and Asian art.
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Ranked #12 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”A lot to see and do in one place.“ 14/05/2013
- ”A good place to bring guests to SAlem“ 01/12/2012
Category: Historic Sites; History Museums
Bush House is the 1878 mansion of pioneer Asahel Bush II, a millionaire newspaperman and banker. Mr. Bush and his family, the only occupants of this home, lived in Bush House for... more »
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Ranked #13 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Glimpse into Salem's history“ 13/02/2013
- ”Interesting history, helpful volunteer...“ 04/10/2012
Category: History Museums; Museums; Historic Sites
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Costumed guides take visitors through all stages of the wool production process at the restored 1889 water-powered wool mill...
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Costumed guides take visitors through all stages of the wool production process at the restored 1889 water-powered wool mill located on a five-acre museum complex that also includes other museums and historical buildings. You can also view the water-driven turbine that provides electricity for the buildings.
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Ranked #14 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Decent improv“ 21/05/2013
- ”Awe yeah“ 14/02/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #15 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Nice examples of early mental health t...“ 13/04/2013
- ”Very interesting view into history“ 30/03/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #16 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”A great classic campus“ 07/05/2013
- ”Secret gardens on Willamette campus“ 13/02/2013
Category: Educational Sites
The oldest Liberal Arts college west of the Rockies.
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Ranked #17 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Willamette valley beauty“ 18/04/2013
- ”This is a wonderful place to go for a...“ 01/12/2012
Category: State Parks
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Ranked #18 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Birthday Party-Jan. 2013“ 09/05/2013
- ”Fun for the kids!“ 29/03/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
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Ranked #19 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”This is the best theater in the city“ 21/05/2013
- ”Indie films“ 07/05/2013
Category: Cinemas
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Ranked #20 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Spendy“ 17/05/2013
- ”Great place for adults.“ 09/05/2013
Category: Cinemas
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Ranked #21 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Lovely setting for golf or a lunch“ 12/04/2013
- ”Good Place to Eat“ 10/03/2013
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #22 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Outdated“ 31/03/2012
- ”salem armory rocks“ 06/12/2003
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #23 of 24 attractions in Salem
- ”Good place for children“ 01/12/2012
- ”30 children to 3 adults is not enough!“ 04/04/2012
Category: Playgrounds; Game/ Entertainment Centres; Amusement/ Theme Parks; Educational Sites
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We are the ultimate indoor playground for children 7 years and younger. We are also, an ALL DAY SCHOOL - Nursery School,...
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We are the ultimate indoor playground for children 7 years and younger. We are also, an ALL DAY SCHOOL - Nursery School, Preschool, Kindergarten and Summer Day Camp.Summer Hours for Public Play: M-F 9am-5pmWinter Hours for Public Play: M-F 10am-3pm Sat-Sun 10am-5pmSchool/Camp Hours: 7:15am - 6:00pmCome check us out!We are next door to Northern Lights Theatre PubCross Streets Commercial/Browning.
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Category: Golf Courses
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