Central Area

Salem

Salem showing a garden
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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

4/5(1 review)

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

S$371
per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Salem Scavenger Hunt: Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

S$16
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Willamette Valley vineyard

Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour

S$1,024
per traveller
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

S$293
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
get into the photo at our favorite waterfalls!

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

S$114
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

S$320
per adult
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
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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 S$289 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
S$289
6 Aug - 7 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! (998 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 S$243 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$243
3 Aug - 4 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! (316 reviews)
"Pool was heated perfectly and rooms were large. Wish there was luggage carts in the parking garage. Also parking $45/night."

Reviewed on 28 Jul, 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! (1,026 reviews)
Great breakfast
"Check in went smoothly, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Our room is wonderful. We have lots of room, it appears clean, it's quiet, and I feel safe. The shower was strong and wonderful. Breakfast was complete and delicious. And real plates and silverware (yay!). The lady who set up breakfast ..."

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 S$129 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
S$129
11 Aug - 12 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 (1,015 reviews)
"The staff was great"

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
The Independence

The Independence

3 out of 5
201 Osprey Lane, Independence, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$260 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
S$260
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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! (881 reviews)
Hotel Independence
"This Hotel is amazing. From the front desk to the restaurant within the Hotel. I applaud the owner of this Hotel 10-fold. The area surrounding the Hotel is very quiet and nice. We ate at a restaurant around the corner which was very good as well. We went down to the river and put our feet in the ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul, 2025

The Independence
Oregon Garden Resort

Oregon Garden Resort

3 out of 5
895 W Main St, Silverton, OR
The price is S$193 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$193
24 Aug - 25 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Jeremy was super helpful ❤️. Pretty sure the tall young man working the front desk was named Jeremy. Lots of local information. We enjoyed both bands in the lounge on the nights that we stayed. I think it's worth the upgrade to the garden room"

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

Oregon Garden Resort
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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 featuring 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

Central Area