Central Area

Salem

Salem which includes a garden
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Popular places to visit

Elsinore Theater

Elsinore Theater

Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Elsinore Theater
Oregon State Capitol showing outdoor art

Oregon State Capitol

Watch legislative sessions, learn about key moments in Oregon’s history and admire the art deco architecture of one of the most recognizable buildings in the state.

Oregon State Capitol
Willamette Valley Vineyards

Willamette Valley Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Willamette Valley Vineyards during your travels to Turner. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
Orchard Heights Winery

Orchard Heights Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Orchard Heights Winery during your travels to Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Orchard Heights Winery

Salem Riverfront Park

After visiting Salem Riverfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Salem Riverfront Park

Willamette University

Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Willamette University

Things to do

Meet the growers of these dynamic vintages

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

P16,442
per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Salem Scavenger Hunt: Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

P698
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Willamette Valley vineyard

Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour

P45,358
per traveler
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

P12,984
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
get into the photo at our favorite waterfalls!

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

P5,046
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
A great day on a Willamette Valley Boutique Wine Tour.

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

P14,174
per adult
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
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Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The price is P11,459 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P11,459
P12,938 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel with first class service!"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

The Grand Hotel - Salem
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street SE, Salem, OR
The price is P8,866 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P8,866
P9,974 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)
"Pool was heated perfectly and rooms were large. Wish there was luggage carts in the parking garage. Also parking $45/night."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem

3 out of 5
4370 Commercial St Se, Salem, OR
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,027 reviews)
Great breakfast
"Check in went smoothly, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Our room is wonderful. We have lots of room, it appears clean, it's quiet, and I feel safe. The shower was strong and wonderful. Breakfast was complete and delicious. And real plates and silverware (yay!). The lady who set up breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

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The Hotel Salem
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

2.5 out of 5
1600 Motor Ct Ne, Salem, OR
The price is P5,074 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P5,074
P5,709 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Jared was great! Good times!"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
The Independence

The Independence

3 out of 5
201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR
The price is P10,832 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P10,832
P11,969 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (881 reviews)
Hotel Independence
"This Hotel is amazing. From the front desk to the restaurant within the Hotel. I applaud the owner of this Hotel 10-fold. The area surrounding the Hotel is very quiet and nice. We ate at a restaurant around the corner which was very good as well. We went down to the river and put our feet in the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

The Independence
Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort

3 out of 5
895 W Main St, Silverton, OR
The price is P7,823 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,823
P8,644 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Silverton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Nice place with mediocre mattress
"Neither myself nor my companion thought either of the queen mattresses was comfortable to sleep on."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Oregon Garden Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Area

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Court-Chemeketa Historic District

Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
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Grant

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grant and surrounding area, you can visit Willamette Heritage Center and Salem Armory Auditorium.

Grant
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Northeast Neighbors

If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Neighbors
Bush House Museum showing a park

South Central

While visiting South Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bush Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum.

South Central
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Southeast Salem

While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Honeywood Winery and Willamette Heritage Center.

Southeast Salem
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Highland

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland and surrounding area, you can visit Salem Armory Auditorium and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

Highland

Central Area