Salem, Missouri travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

5 places to stay

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Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 24°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby St. Louis)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
TBN Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field, Fort Leonard Wood — 34 mi away. Directions
COU Columbia Regional Airport, Columbia — 89 mi away. Directions
STL St. Louis Lambert International Airport, St Louis — 99 mi away (major hub). Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

Places to stay listed here: about $12–$12 a night (typical $40), from 2 listed prices.
Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$60, mid-range ~$120, comfortable ~$180.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder