Location: Keizer
Top Things to do in Keizer
The 10 Best Things to Do in Keizer, United States
Keizer /ˈkaɪzər/ is a city located in Marion County, Oregon, United States, along the 45th parallel. As of the 2010 United States Census, its population was 36,478. It lies inside of the Willamette Valley and is part of the Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area. It was named after brothers Thomas Dove (T. D.) and John Brooks (J. B.) Keizur, two pioneers who arrived in the Wagon Train of 1843, and later filed donation land claims.
Restaurants in Keizer
1. Schreiner's Iris Gardens
Overall Ratings
5 based on 182 reviews
In the month of May, we invite you to stroll through our 10-acre display gardens. View hundreds of Iris in bloom. Order Iris to ship to plant at your home. Shop our gift boutique, plant sale, and cut Iris by the stem or by the dozen. Gardens open daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the month of May. Parking $5/car. Season parking pass, $10. Gardens closed in summer and winter months. Office remains open year-round, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Reviewed By Pam C - Salem, Oregon
Beautiful gardens with well marked varieties of Iris and other flowers. Catalogs are available. Cut flowers, plants and a gift shop are on site, as are food vendors.Thank you for visiting the gardens in May, and thank you for taking the time to share your positive review of your experience. Best regards!
2. Powerland Heritage Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Open from April through September from 9 to 4 pm, Powerland Heritage Park- "where history comes alive"- (formerly Antique Powerland) has been rated #8 by Oregon Business as Oregon's favorite destination and value-packed bargain. It's 14 unique heritage museums offer something for everyone: trolley rides, vintage and antique cars, vintage John Deere and Caterpillar farm and construction machinery,100 year old logging operations, and more. Be sure to mark your calendar for the annual Great Oregon Steam-Up, always the last weekend in July, first weekend in August.
Reviewed By vintagetrailer - Helena, MT
We were participants in a vintage travel trailer rally. They had about eleven museums around the property, a store, little restaurant, root beer floats, working trolley, showers, shuttles and a few hundred Civil War reenactors. Amazing
We went to the truck and Caterpillar museums twice I could go again
We had a great vi tage trailer rally wit record breaking participation. And we visited the Civil War area and they visited us. We even held a Civil War period dance together. Great fun
I'd heard of this place but never gone. Not all the museums are open all the time so check. Many of them are sort of working museums so if you are at all interested in mechanical things and their history you will love it. The stationary engines and trolley barn whew very good as was the old sawmill. Heck, it was all great.
And it is just off the interstate
3. Volcanoes Stadium
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By VictoryVisionTim - Marana, Arizona
We always go see the game on the 4th of July because of the Volcanoes Tribute to the Troops. We also occasionally attend games on other days too. The best part is the entertainment factor with food, beer, etc., doesn't set you back an arm and a leg. "Professional Sports" is out of my price range but the Volcanoes are very entertaining on a nice warm day and won't break the bank. A special thanks to the organization for the Patriotic pre-game each 4th of July. I am in the Patriot Guard and standing a flagline on the field as our fallen comrades are recognized is as special as it gets.
4. Salem's Riverfront Carousel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 397 reviews
Reviewed By Marianne H
I took my neice and nephews. The loved it one more time Auntie one more time. I had to bribe them to leave. It was a nasty day or we would have taken advantage of the playground and the rest of the waterfront.
5. Minto-Brown Island Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By Duane W - Salem
Minto Brown is great place to walk or ride a bike, lots of shade so its cooler and tons of wild life to see if you are out early. With access to downtown so much easier I don't recommend going by yourself at dusk or night but this is still an untapped resource for Salem
6. Town and Country Bowling Lanes
Overall Ratings
3 based on 21 reviews
24 wooden lanes of fun & competition for the open play recreation bowler to the more skilled "pro" bowler looking to develope skill or match "wit". Games are computer scored & we have a full on site restaurant with catering capabilities!ProShop,game arcade gallery,video lottery room,& FREE meeting room(some qualifications)available. Friday/Saturday nights are our famous "GLOW BOWL" or our "ROCK n BOWL" events! Join us for glow in the dark fun with Las Vegas Lighting effects which pulse to the beat of satilite music tunes!
Reviewed By LsLRN - Salem, Oregon
We've spent time and dollars here as a family in the past. We've looked past the dated equipment and scuzzy environment because it's a bowling alley.
What we WON'T tolerate is outright hate directed and one particular group of people. The following hateful message was posted on Town and Country Bowl's reader board this week "Judges making decisions contrary to the word of GOD will they themselves be judged."
We will never be back. Turns out they're scuzzy inside and out.
AVOID THIS PLACE.
7. Riverfront Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Linda C - Moorpark, California
Lovely park along the river for walking or picnicking. Be sure to go inside to see and perhaps ride the famous, really adorable carousel (a community volunteer endeavor) with some of the nicest animals I've ever seen (love the colt!) Each has a name. Go into the gift shop for a sheet with pictures and names if you're a scrapbooker like I am.
8. Clear Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
This is the source of the McKenzie River and offers hiking worth exploring.
Reviewed By rcdobson - Seattle WA
This lake is one of the clearest waters in all of Oregon. Not visited by a lot of people during the week, so generally quiet and serene - a perfect place for kayaking. Very cold water, so not ideal for a swim unless you're a polar bear type.
9. Oregon State Capitol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 327 reviews
Architecture and history enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to this white, Greek-style building whose rotunda is topped with a gold leaf statue representing Oregon's first settlers. Inside are murals depicting state history, and outside are sculptures, gardens and grounds for strolling or picnicking.
Reviewed By Kirstie N - Olathe, Kansas
Though I don't think this is the prettiest State Capitol Building, it is different and therefore deserves a drive by if you happen to be in the area. With that being said I wouldn't make any special trip for it. There is a nice little gift shop just beyond the dome with some reasonably priced souvenirs.
10. Gilbert House Children's Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Gilbert House Children's Museum (formerly known as A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village) is a private nonprofit children's museum connected to downtown Salem's Riverfront Park. Founded in 1989, Gilbert House provides innovative and stimulating educational experiences which spark children's natural curiosity. The Museum's mission is to "inspire children to learn through creative play." This is accomplished through fun and challenging exhibits, camps, birthday parties, membership opportunities and outreach programs in the sciences, arts, and humanities. The Museum is composed of three historic houses; the Rockenfield House, Gilbert House and Parrish House.
Reviewed By Becca S - Sarasota, Florida
This place is a must see for young or young at heart. Set in beautiful downtown Salem directly next to the park and bridge you could not ask for a better location. You can rent the space for birthday parties or overnight adventures.We're glad you enjoyed your visit, Becca!
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