Central Area
Salem
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Bush's Pasture Park
Bush's Pasture Park is just one of the places to see in Salem, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Things to do
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Top hotels in Central Area
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Clean rooms, friendly people, beautiful facilities. We will be back!
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
The Grand Hotel - Salem
Staff was friendly. Room was decent but alittle pricey for what you got. Breakfast was very disappointing especially because the front staff expressed how great it was but as a chef it was very poorly executed and we had to wait multiple times to have items brought out.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
The Hotel Salem
We have stayed here so many times, and it never disappoints.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
The room was great, and the staff was very courteous. There was quite a bit of confusion over the availability of services during certain hours, but this was neither here nor there.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Salem
Staff was friendly. Room was nice and spacious
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
Clean, modern room. Separate small area w couch was nice. Love the design of the shower.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Area
Court-Chemeketa Historic District
Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grant
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grant and surrounding area, you can visit Salem Armory Auditorium and Oregon State Capitol.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
South Central
While visiting South Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bush House Museum and Historic Deepwood Estate.
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 L. B. Day Amphitheater.
Southeast Salem
While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Honeywood Winery and Wunderland.
