Central Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Salem showing a garden
Photo provided by Frank Barnett/Travel Salem
Photo provided by Frank Barnett/Travel Salem
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Photo provided by Ron Cooper/Travel Salem
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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 showing 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

Activities

Meet the growers of these dynamic vintages

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

AU$444
per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

AU$350
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
get into the photo at our favorite waterfalls!

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

AU$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
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Our pick of the best Central Area Hotel Deals

The Grand Hotel - Salem

The Grand Hotel - Salem

3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The price is AU$342 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$342
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful Hotel with first class service!"

Reviewed on 24 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 AU$286 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$286
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (314 reviews)
"We absolutely loved the suite that we stayed in. The accommodations were beautiful and the staff was incredible! They definitely treat you like family. And having the car valeted was phenomenal! We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown

Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Excellent place to stay.
"Took a coastal road trip with my sister. We hit all the good hikes! Booked this place as a central place to stay and loved it! We needed to come in a day early and she was very quick to respond to our request and accommodate. The only thing that threw off the trip was the road construction in front ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

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Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
240 State St NE Salem Oregon "TIGER STATION LOFT A"

240 State St NE Salem Oregon "TIGER STATION LOFT A"

Salem
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Salem Riverfront Carousel and Salem ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
"It was a beautiful historic building, and perfect size for two adults. Bedroom is big! Murphy bed was comfortable. Location in walking distance to riverfront park and several restaurants was nice. Note that you do have to walk up a flight of stairs to get to the loft. It’s in a busy area of town ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

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240 State St NE Salem Oregon "TIGER STATION LOFT A"
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! (1,024 reviews)
Great pool!
"Loved our stay! Kids loved the pool. An indoor pool was perfect regardless of the weather!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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The Hotel Salem
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear

2.5 out of 5
1600 Motor Ct Ne, Salem, OR
The price is AU$152 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$152
30 July - 31 July
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 (1,013 reviews)
"Friendly helpful clean"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
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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 garden

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 Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highland

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