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
After visiting Oregon State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Union Street Railroad Bridge
You can find out about the history of Salem with a stop at Union Street Railroad Bridge. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Central Area
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
"The Holman is a very nice hotel with a great Italian restaurant in the lobby. Initially I was disappointed with the parking but the valet is on top of it. You can request your car via an app and it will be waiting for you when you get downstairs. The Staff is so friendly and helpful. I had a wonderful ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Grand Hotel - Salem
"Everything is not good enough"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
"Very clean room. Good air conditioner and fireplace. (We used both, separately.) Quiet, private room location on the edge of property. Great shower. Good breakfast included. Wonderfully included entrance to The Oregon Garden. Close proximity to town and state park. Great dinner at on-site restaurant. ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
"Some rooms smell like dog. Decent other than that. Great amenities and convenient location."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
"Friendly staff and easy check in process. Full size fridge and 2 burner range is helpful as well."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Independence
"Wonderful"
Reviewed on 25 May 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 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 Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Wunderland and Willamette Heritage Center are top sights worth seeing.
