Salem Riverfront Carousel Tours

With their playful figures, cacophonous music and glowing lights, who doesn't have lovely memories of riding a carousel? Relive those good old days at Salem Riverfront Carousel.

If you love the word "free" as much as most people do, you'll be happy to know this spinning amusement ride is precisely that. Salem Riverfront Carousel is located in Central Area. To keep your travel schedule full while you're in these parts, also drop by Elsinore Theater, Salem Riverfront Park and Oregon State Capitol.

Plan a trip to see Salem Riverfront Carousel

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Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland by IHG

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Portland
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Burbank (BUR) to Portland (PDX)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The place was very understaffed, but all the staff was very excellent. They always accommodated any requests I made and overall it was a very nice stay worth the price.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Mark Spencer Hotel

Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
Downtown Portland
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,667 reviews)
Great place and staff but location is a little questionable. Staff had precautions at the hotel so we felt safe.

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland

5 out of 5
Downtown Portland
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff. Unfortunately area around hotel has a lot of homeless people shouting and it felt a bit unsafe after dark.

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Popular places to visit

The arch of the beautiful stage.

Elsinore Theater

Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Elsinore Theater
Salem showing boating and a river or creek

Union Street Railroad Bridge

You can find out about the history of Salem with a stop at Union Street Railroad Bridge. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Union Street Railroad Bridge
Oregon State Capitol which includes outdoor art

Oregon State Capitol

Watch legislative sessions, learn about key moments in Oregon’s history and admire the art deco architecture of one of the most recognizable buildings in the state.

Oregon State Capitol
Bush House Museum showing a house and flowers

Bush House Museum

Step back in time at this original late-19th-century farmstead and art gallery to discover Oregon’s pioneering history and the legacy of one of its founding families.

Bush House Museum
Bush Barn Art Center showing art

Bush Barn Art Center

A treasure trove of regional arts and crafts is showcased at this exciting and educational contemporary art center, located on a heritage Oregon farmstead.

Bush Barn Art Center

Salem Riverfront Park

After visiting Salem Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Salem Riverfront Park

Best Lodging Options Near Salem Riverfront Carousel

The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem

3 out of 5
4370 Commercial St Se, Salem, OR
The Hotel Salem
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

3 out of 5
890 Hawthorne Avenue SE, Salem, OR
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The Grand Hotel - Salem
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

2 out of 5
2250 Mission St Se, Salem, OR
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street SE, Salem, OR
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

Shilo Inn Suites - Salem

2.5 out of 5
3304 Market St Ne, Salem, OR
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

Holiday Inn Salem by IHG

3 out of 5
3301 Market St Ne, Salem, OR
Holiday Inn Salem by IHG
Comfort Suites Salem

Comfort Suites Salem

2.5 out of 5
630 Hawthorne Ave Se, Salem, OR
Comfort Suites Salem
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

2.5 out of 5
1600 Motor Ct Ne, Salem, OR
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
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