South Gateway Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Christian Canterbury
Photo by Christian Canterbury

Popular places to visit

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
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

Creekside Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Creekside Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Creekside Golf Club

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.

Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion

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

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

AU$350
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
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
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 South Gateway Hotel Deals

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! (1,013 reviews)
"We stay here quite often and really enjoy it."

Reviewed on 24 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$139 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$139
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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 (1,011 reviews)
"Arrived late and left early. Overall nice place, I will plan a stay there again."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
The Independence

The Independence

3 out of 5
201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR
The price is AU$290 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$290
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (867 reviews)
I love INDEPENDENCE 🇺🇸
"Stellar stay!!! Loved the comfort in this hotel. Booked a corner suite, for extra space... loved all the windows, kitchen, bathroom, and beds were so comfy. Will definitely stay here again! Oh, and don't forget the cookies in the lobby, YUM! And the osprey's on the roof. Plus the live web cam.. so ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

The Independence
Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort

3 out of 5
895 W Main St, Silverton, OR
The price is AU$243 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$243
27 July - 28 July
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"A quaint, quiet location with small town vibes. Comfortable rooms and excellent service all around!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Oregon Garden Resort
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
3125 Ryan Drive SE, Salem, OR
The price is AU$274 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$274
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff was super friendly and helpful. I would recommend to anyone visiting Salem."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem

2 out of 5
2250 Mission St Se, Salem, OR
The price is AU$133 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$133
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
Worth it at such a love price
"They totally great value for the price… Person at the front counter was extremely friendly, the room was clean"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
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Other neighbourhoods around South Gateway

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Morningside

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater.

Morningside
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Sunnyslope

While Sunnyslope isn't home to many top sights, Cottonwood Lakes Golf Course and Minto-Brown Island Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunnyslope
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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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
Salem showing a garden

Central Area

If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

Central Area

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