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.

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Two Capes Lookout

Two Capes Lookout

2 out of 5
per person
Oct 4 - Oct 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Portland (PDX)
10/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Unique setting, clean, friendly staff, prompt communication. This place was amazing and I highly recommend if you are looking for something just a little different.

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Coast River Inn by OYO Seaside

Coast River Inn by OYO Seaside

2 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 17 - Aug 23
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Portland (PDX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Would’ve been 5 stars for the price but the bed sucked. Caved in when sitting on edge

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

City Centre Motel by OYO

City Centre Motel by OYO

2 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 17 - Aug 23
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Portland (PDX)
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Perfect for the beach

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Popular places to visit

The arch of the beautiful stage.

Elsinore Theater

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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

4.5/5(121 reviews)

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

4.5/5(81 reviews)

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
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
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
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
2.5 out of 5
3125 Ryan Drive SE, Salem, OR
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
The Grand Hotel - Salem
The Grand Hotel - Salem
3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The Grand Hotel - 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
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
2.5 out of 5
3304 Market St Ne, Salem, OR
Shilo Inn Suites - Salem
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