Central Area

Salem

Salem which includes a park
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Popular places to visit

Elsinore Theater

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.

Elsinore Theater
Oregon State Capitol which includes outdoor art

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.

Oregon State Capitol
Willamette Valley Vineyards

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.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
Orchard Heights Winery

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 savour the top-notch restaurants.

Orchard Heights Winery

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.

Salem Riverfront Park

Willamette University

Explore the campus of Willamette University during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.

Willamette University

Things to do

Meet the growers of these dynamic vintages

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

RM1,241
per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

RM1,925
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
get into the photo at our favorite waterfalls!

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

RM381
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
A great day on a Willamette Valley Boutique Wine Tour.

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

RM1,070
per adult
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park

Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park

RM963
per adult
Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)

RM4,278
per adult
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
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Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The price is RM837 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
RM837
RM945 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"What a beautiful property. The staff was excellent at check-in and also the complementary breakfast was top-notch."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Grand Hotel - Salem
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street SE, Salem, OR
The price is RM596 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM596
RM671 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (324 reviews)
"Really nice Hotel, downtown urban feel, staff was super nice and helpful. Authentic Italian restaurant on the property was an added bonus, dinner was great. Thank You."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem

3 out of 5
4370 Commercial St Se, Salem, OR
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
"Very"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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The Hotel Salem
Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort

3 out of 5
895 W Main St, Silverton, OR
The price is RM533 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM533
RM589 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Silverton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly it was easy to find and it was perfect for our needs."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Oregon Garden Resort
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

2.5 out of 5
1600 Motor Ct Ne, Salem, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM329 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
RM329
RM370 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
Best bed ever if you have lower back pain!
"We just needed a cheap place to stay for a night on a motorcycle trip, and this fit the bill. The hotel is nothing to look at from the outside, and is absolutely no-frills. I wouldn’t normally rate a place like this, except for one thing — the bed. I’ve had lower back pain for ages, and it has been ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
The Independence

The Independence

3 out of 5
201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (900 reviews)
"CLEAN"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

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The Independence
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Area

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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.

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
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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.

Grant
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Northeast Neighbors

If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Neighbors
Bush House Museum showing a park

South Central

If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.

South Central
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Southeast Salem

If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Willamette Heritage Center are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Salem
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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.

Highland

Central Area