One of the best places to see the beauty of the cherry blossoms in March and April is the **State Capitol** which is two blocks from Amtrak station. If your travel takes you into May and later, there are always different flowers and beauty in the gardens around the Capitol grounds.
 
-  The marble building is an example of Modernist Art Deco design.
- Atop the capitol stands a 23-foot, bronze pioneer statue, which represents the independent spirit of Oregonians. It can be seen from miles away. 
- The grounds surrounding the capitol building have been designated as a state park.
- The Park features dozens of statues and monuments that commemorate the state’s history. Take a self-guided walking tour of the capitol and grounds or opt for a guided historical tour of the building and tower.  

 503-986-1388

See the Gardens at the State Capitol

(across the street from the Amtrak station)

The Willamette Heritage Center connects generations by preserving and interpreting the Mid-Willamette Valley’s history. Fourteen historic structures are located on the Willamette Heritage Center’s five-acre campus. including the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill, a National Park Service Designated Treasure. The buildings have permanent and changing exhibits, learning centers and event spaces. Self-guided tours are available six days a week.

503-585-7012

Willamette Heritage Center 

(one block from the Amtrak station)

Deepwood was considered one of the most impressive and beautiful homes of its time. 	  
The Queen-Anne style home was built in 1894 by Dr. Luke A. Port.

The home sits on a five-acre park and has formal gardens (designed by Lord and Schryver), nature trails, a greenhouse and a carriage house.   
Tours of the home are available throughout the year and the grounds are open to the public.


Deepwood Estate & Gardens 

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- [Chira’s ](https://chirasrestaurant.com/)
- [Davinci Ristorante](https://davincisofsalem.com/)   
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- [Fork Forty Food Hall ](https://www.forkforty.com/)  
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- [Tap Root ](http://www.taprootloungeandcafe.com/)
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