Welcome to Salem Oregon!
Tucked between the Cascade Mountain Range and the Oregon Coast in the beautiful Willamette Valley, Salem makes a great get-away destination--for business or pleasure. The Willamette River, one of the few that flows from south to north, winds through the Salem area forming the boundary between Marion and Polk counties. With mountains and the coast to the west, mountains and lakes to the east, an abundance of rivers surrounding it and the state's largest city to the north, Salem offers something for everyone. Browse the categories below to find even more reasons to visit the heart of the Willamette Valley. And while you're here, come by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce and say hello. |
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Salem has twice been selected an All-American City by the Citizen's Forum of Self-Government/National Municipal League. There are as many reasons to visit Salem as there are reasons to live here!
The Salem area offers thousands of rooms conveniently located close to shopping, eating, tourist attractions and meeting facilities. Whether you want a fine hotel, extended-stay accommodations, motel or RV park, we have it right here in Salem!
Classic Pacific Northwest cuisine and regional wines are highlighted in many of Salem's fine local restaurants located throughout the city, or visit some of the area's McMenamin's micro breweries. Ethnic eateries from Mexican to Hungarian, Italian to Indian, and Chinese to good ol’ American "Blue Plate Special" are located throughout the city as well.
Local fairs, festivals and events include Salem Saturday Market, the 
The Salem area boasts recreational activities and events throughout the entire year. Travel and visitor guides, highlighting all the elements that make this area a unique experience for visitors and residents alike, are available at the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce and at Travel Salem's Travel Cafe.
Salem offers two major shopping centers: Lancaster Mall, conveniently located off Interstate 5 on one of Salem’s major commercial streets, Lancaster Drive; and Salem Center in downtown Salem. Both offer everything from large department stores like Nordstrom, Meier & Frank, The Bon, and Emporium to outlets like American Eagle, The Gap and Old Navy. Both also feature quaint, locally-owned and operated specialty stores and gift boutiques.
Whether you're planning a large regional conference, a staff retreat or a wedding, Salem has a variety of facilities and services to accommodate your needs.
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