Central Area
Salem
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Popular places to visit
Elsinore Theater
Get tickets for a show at Elsinore Theater, a popular theatre in Salem. While you're here, you can savour 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 savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 savour 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
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in Central Area
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Great stay!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
The Grand Hotel - Salem
Great stay overall, staff is super fri
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Hotel Salem
This was a nice hotel that was quiet and clean. With prices through the roof in Albany because of OSU game the short drive was well worth the savings.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
We were just pleasantly surprised by this best western! They had delicious cookies for all four of us when we arrived! The Dennys breakfast was fun for the kiddos. Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
The room was very clean. Breakfast was very good and the breakfast eating area was bright and airy with a large window looking out on a semi-natural area. A nice change from cramped breakfast rooms.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn
Maria did a really good job of keeping plenty of breakfast items available to customers. The bed was comfortable and the area was quieter than expected being just off the highway overall it was a very good value and I plan on staying there again next time I’m visiting family in Oregon.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Area
Court-Chemeketa Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Court-Chemeketa Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center.
Grant
Though Grant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 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
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush House Museum and Historic Deepwood Estate are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.
Highland
While Highland isn't home to many top sights, Salem Armory Auditorium and L. B. Day Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby.
