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Amtrak Cascades > Destinations
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Adventure is high in Salem -- soar
over Willamette Valley in a glider or stay close to the
ground on horseback. If you’re in the mood for something
more tame, tour a nearby winery or watch government work
at the state capitol.
1. At the
Station
Salem
Station’s recent restoration recaptures the original
beauty of the building.
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500 13th Street SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-588-1551 or
1-800-USA-RAIL
Get
a Map of the area from MapQuest!
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- Ticket agent available
- Ticketing Hours: Daily
6:15 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Checked baggage
available during station hours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free short-term and
overnight parking
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Around
3. Local
Happenings
- Tour
downtown Salem, two miles from the station, and
the Oregon State Capitol Campus, one-half mile away.
- Enjoy
Northwest Pioneer history at museums located
within two blocks of the train station. The Marion
County Historical Museum (503-364-2128) features
artifacts from pioneer life and Native American
baskets, weapons, and a dugout canoe. Visitors can
also experience the architecture, industry, and
lifestyles of the 19th century pioneer settlers and
turn-of-the-20th century industry at the Mission Mill
Museum (503-588-9902).
- Stroll through Bush's Pasture
Park, only seven blocks from the train station, a
100-acre city park planted with rare trees, shrubs,
and roses. The Bush Conservatory, built in 1882, is
said to be the oldest greenhouse in Oregon. Visit the
Bush House Museum, the former home of a pioneer banker
and newspaper publisher, including original 1877
furnishings. 600 Mission Street. 503-363-4714.
4. Looking For More
Information?
Salem
Convention and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-874-7012
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