Guidebook for Monmouth & Independence
Food scene
Downtown old town Independence boasts many restaurants, a park, Saturday market, summer events and more. Go explore, you won't be disappointed.
10 locals recommend
Independence
Downtown old town Independence boasts many restaurants, a park, Saturday market, summer events and more. Go explore, you won't be disappointed.
Gilgamesh Brewing: The River
370 South Main StreetRedgate Vineyard
8175 Buena Vista RdNearby wine tasting.
Ovenbird Bakery
215 S Main StFresh bread and quiche and more!
Pink House Cafe
242 D StJubilee Champagne and Dessert Bar
296 S Main StGreece Lightning Express
196 Catron Street NorthLocal greek foodcart.
Neighborhoods
Western Oregon University Footpath
Western Oregon University FootpathSightseeing
Restored wooden carousel located in Salem's Riverfront park
17 locals recommend
Salem's Riverfront Carousel
101 Front St NERestored wooden carousel located in Salem's Riverfront park
Children's museum founded on the AC Gilbert discovery and invention of the erector set.
18 locals recommend
Gilbert House Children's Museum
116 Marion St NEChildren's museum founded on the AC Gilbert discovery and invention of the erector set.
Willamette River
Services
Monmouth Laundromat
137 Main St ELaundromat with large load machines.
City advice
Getting around
Buena Vista Ferry
Great way to access Interstate 5 or anything on the east side of the Willamette River. A fun adventure by car or bicycle. Closed during low water season.