Central Area Travel Guide
Salem
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Popular places to visit
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.
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's Pasture Park
Bush's Pasture Park is just one of the places to see in Salem, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.
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.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Top hotels in Central Area
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Clean, quiet and comfortable
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel - Salem
This was a very nice stay. Everything was clean and well maintained, plus the free parking is nice. However, the property advertises a full, hot, chef-prepared breakfast as a main draw, but what they actually have is identical to a continental breakfast at a chain hotel, so that was a little ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Hotel Salem
All was good. Breakfast was, meh. $50.00 deposit upon check-in was not expected and confusing. Staff was very accommodating. Parking was great. Facility is clean.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
Clean and cozy room, front desk staff friendly and helpful, staff in the restaurant and lounge top notch, dinner AND continental breakfast great food!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Salem
Wonderful staff, great breakfast, and clean rooms as always
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn
yes, it was awesome
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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 State Capitol State Park.
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.
Highland
While Highland isn't home to many top sights, L. B. Day Amphitheater and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery are top sights worth seeing.
