Visit South Central
Popular places to visit
Bush House Museum
Step back in time at this original late-19th-century farmstead and art gallery to discover Oregon’s pioneering history and the legacy of one of its founding families.
Bush Barn Art Center
A treasure trove of regional arts and crafts is showcased at this exciting and educational contemporary art center, located on a heritage Oregon farmstead.
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.
Elsinore Theater
Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater 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.
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.
Things to do
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Top hotels in South Central
The Hotel Salem
Clean room, easy/fast check in, pleasant staff.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Was good experience. Dog friendly too.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Valet only, noisy from traffic, no continental breakfast. Clean. Nice staff.
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
The Independence
Stay was for several days. Room was clean. Staff very friendly. Always greeted when returning to hotel
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
We had a serious issue, like being locked out of our paid for room by the agent on duty for alleged non payment. The GM handled it the next day with full satisfaction. We Will absolutely be returning.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Motel 6 Salem, OR
Very easy to get my son a room for a couple of nights without it costing an arm and a leg. Thank you!
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Central
Southeast Salem
While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Honeywood Winery and Wunderland.
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Morningside
Though Morningside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
