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.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Salem Hospital
Though Salem Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Salem while you are here.
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
You have to pay for valet 32 a day or street parking for an hour, was not in plans for the stay other then that everything was amazingly good.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
The Grand Hotel - Salem
The breakfast menu was a bit lomited but hot and frsh. The hot tub was hot and relaxing but the condition of the pool and hdot tub was a bitnlacking, algae lined walls etc.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Salem
Will never stay there again, unbelievable
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
Clean room, staff very accommodating and great breakfast!
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
VERY KIND STAFF AND LOVELY FACILITY
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Best Western Woodburn
Good
Reviewed on Apr 1, 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 Willamette Heritage Center 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 Willamette Heritage Center and Salem Armory Auditorium.
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 Soap box derby.
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 Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery.
