A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village 116 Marion Street Northeast, Salem, OR 97301, 503-371-3631, Home of the National Toy Hall of Fame, this premier children's museum is housed in three historic homes and features a 20,000 square foot outdoor discovery center and numerous hands-on exhibits on arts, sciences, and humanities. more... 

Salem's Riverfront Carousel 101 Front Street Northeast, Salem, OR 97301, 503-540-0374, This wonderful carousel was handcarved and handpainted by community artisans and features 42 horses and two "Oregon Trail" wagons. An onsite artisans studio and shop offers authentic Salem Carousel art, posters, and wood carvings. Tours and private rentals are available. 

Bush House Museum & Conservatory (circa 1878) 600 Mission Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97302, 503-363-4714, Built by pioneer newspaper publisher and entrepreneur Asahel Bush II, this beautiful Italianate style Victorian mansion contains many original furnishings including ten Italian marble fireplaces, Anglo-Japanese wallpapers, and gasoliers. Guided tours are available. 

Historic Deepwood Estate (circa 1894) 1116 Mission Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97302, 503-363-1825, Nestled on five and a half acres that include English style gardens and nature trails, this magnificent residence is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of Oregon's finest examples of Queen Anne architecture. Features of the this home include stained glass windows, fine oak woodwork, and a multi-gables carriage house. more... 

Oregon State Capitol 900 Court Street Northeast, Salem, OR 97310, 503-986-1388, Built in 1938, Oregon's third Capitol houses the legislature and the offices of the Governor, the Secretary of State and the State Treasurer. Don't miss the beautiful Rotunda. 

Bush Barn Art Center & Sales Gallery 600 Mission Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97302, Bush's Pasture Park, 503-581-2228, This art center features four exhibition galleries showcasing the works of talented artists and craftspeople in a variety of media including painting, printing, ceramics, paper, wood, and glass. A retail gift gallery is also on site. 

Hallie Ford Museum of Art 700 State Street, Salem, OR 97301, Willamette University, 503-370-6855, The third largest art museum in Oregon, this wonderful museum features four permanent galleries and two temporary exhibition spaces. You'll find Pacific Northwest art, European and Asian art, Native American baskets, and European and Asian works on paper in the permanent galleries. The temporary exhibits focus on historical, regional, and contemporary art. more... 

Marion County Historical Society Museum 260 12th Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97301, 503-364-2128, This museum depicts the region's unique cultural and natural history through exhibits that include the teenage years of Herbert Hoover and the pioneer lives of farmers, teachers, and businesses. Research library is also on site. more... 

Mission Mill Museum 1313 Mill Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97301, 503-585-7012, This five acre park is more than a museum, it features pioneer Methodist Missionary houses that predate the Oregon Trail, and the 19th century woolen mill that began Oregon's textile legend, Pendleton Woolen Mills. more... 

Western Antique Powerland 3995 Brookland Road Northeast, Salem, OR 97303, 503-393-2424, Unique museum that contains an array of antique tractors, trolleys, steam equipment, fire equipment, miniature railroads, and large engines. They sponsor many events during the year including the Great Oregon Steam-Up. 

Schreiner's Iris Gardens 3625 Quinaby Road Northeast, Salem, OR 97303, 503-393-3232, Visit these iris display gardens and be amazed at the spectacle of colors you will see. There is also an indoor cut flower display, as well as a gift shop on site. 

Balloon Flying Service of Oregon 323 Marietta Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97302, 503-363-9799, Enjoy a scenic hot air balloon ride with this full service company that offers daily rides over the cities of Salem and Keizer from mid May through late October. more... 

Ankeny Vineyard 2565 Riverside Road South, Salem, OR 97306, Located in Willamette Valley, 503-378-1498, Overlooking the Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, Ankeny Vineyard produces tantalizing award winning Pinot noir and Pinot gris. more...

Bethel Heights Vineyard 6060 Bethel Heights, Salem, OR 97304, 503-581-0943, This 50 acre vineyard produces estate bottled Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Blanc. A tasting room is on site. more... 

Cristom Vineyards 6905 Spring Valley Road Northwest, Salem, OR 97304, 503-375-3068, Specializing in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Viognier, this vineyard uses natural methods and allows visitors to sample the wines. more... 

Honeywood Winery 1350 Hines Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97302, 503-362-4111, Established in 1933, this is Oregon's oldest producing winery that produces a large variety of varietal wines, premium fruit wines, and specialty wines. A tasting room on site features Oregon foods and wine related gifts. more... 

Witness Tree Vineyard 7111 Spring Valley Road Northwest, Salem, OR 97304, 503-362-9765, An ancient oak tree dating back to 1854 is on the site of this small vineyard that produces premium quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with every grape that goes in the wines grown on the property.