Visit West Salem
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
Catch an event at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion during your trip to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its 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
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park
Top hotels in West Salem
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Stay was quite with courteous staff, pool, jacuzzi and sauna. breakfast through Dennys with $10 coupon, downside is no vegan option and considerable time at Dennys (almost 45-60 min)
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Clean room
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
The Hotel Salem
Everything was great. Breakfast had many options. Great area for your pet. All in all we had a great stay!!!
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Best Western McMinnville Inn
Clean room and great hot Jacuzzi!
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
B
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Comfort Suites Salem
friendly staff, would definitely stay again
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Salem
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol 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 Salem Armory Auditorium and Oregon State Capitol.
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.
South Central
While visiting South Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bush House Museum and Soap box derby.
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.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
