Title: Central Area Travel Guide: Best of Central Area, Salem Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central Area](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Area-Salem-Hotels.0-n553248635976481837-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Salem](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Salem.d602975.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Salem](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Salem.d602975.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central Area Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Area.d553248635976481837.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Area Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Area.d553248635976481837.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Area Travel Guide ## Salem ![High-angle view of downtown Salem, showing city streets, buildings, and parking lots. Urban development along a river. Oregon, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481837/8693bae3-8dfb-46ec-833c-ca7cbe36df95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602975/b58e8d29-86c3-4138-a124-a6a584ce783c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602975/1684662d-3708-4382-93c5-69b89f4e68aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602975/320eb8e7-1955-467e-9080-665449170afb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602975/5088b60a-079d-46e0-b4ee-44e8a1f90f5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Area Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Salem travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem.dx602975) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Pedestrian Peter Courtney Minto Island Bridge in the Riverfront city park in Salem, Oregon, over Willamette River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185371/2ad3b26f-4d26-4c3e-8d63-85529f64af41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-Riverfront-Park-Central-Area.d6185371.Attraction) ![Oregon State Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090427/dbd277fb-7a65-494d-93e4-677a7184489b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oregon-State-Capitol-Central-Area.d6090427.Attraction) ![0_NA004529](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090435/10056e6f-e7ae-4cef-a8df-f833c994dc9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Willamette-Valley-Vineyards-Salem.d6090435.Attraction) ![Bush's Pasture Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185375/ba892a78-b9b7-4392-b63f-1ae31ba43a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bushs-Pasture-Park-South-Central.d6090417.Attraction) ![Bush House Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185375/d70035ea-ce8a-4502-821c-4dd2d18e4f52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bush-House-Museum-South-Central.d6185375.Attraction) #### Willamette University Explore the campus of Willamette University during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Willamette-University-Central-Area.d6161136.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2560439/0486b7a5-9fea-4bca-8371-fc1f27544055.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amazing-scavenger-hunt-salem-oregons-beautiful-capital.a2560439.activity-details) ![Meet the growers of these dynamic vintages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44656453/33208360-963e-4c56-be1c-ef1e0ec5ff6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour £217 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-wine-excursion-willamette-valley.a44656453.activity-details) ![Willamette Valley vineyard](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/511884/eafdb873-77ee-40d3-a907-a519740d561c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour £750 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-group.a511884.activity-details) ![Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50176847/b1f84c24-2985-44f7-a027-292852bc572d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour £968 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-willamette-valley-wine-tour.a50176847.activity-details) ![get into the photo at our favorite waterfalls!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47327243/68629def-c9d8-458a-bef9-d055d60e99b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland £74 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silver-falls-waterfall-hiking-tour-from-portland.a47327243.activity-details) ![Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3406634/212c4008-9819-4727-9853-50d5c2e9d13a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private £172 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-jetboat-tour-for-six-private.a3406634.activity-details) [See all activities in Salem](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Salem.d602975.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Central Area ![Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88780000/88779000/88778907/283b5ae5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton 195 Commercial Street SE Salem OR £126 4 Apr - 5 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (435 reviews) Super comfy and spacious rooms. All within walking distance to many great cafes and restaurants and the waterfront park and lots of hiking trails across the foot bridge. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=88778907&PinnedHotelID=88778907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) ![The Grand Hotel - Salem](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1149500/1149482/w5162h3443x0y0-0589b89d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grand Hotel - Salem 201 Liberty St Se Salem OR £138 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Very friendly staff Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1149482&PinnedHotelID=1149482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) ![Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103930000/103921700/103921670/61e93a13_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown Salem OR Stay at this holiday home in Salem. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are located nearby. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews) Great little house for a girl’s weekend. Comfortable rooms and access to Netflix. Didn’t cook or use the kitchen, but seemed to be well stocked. I would definitely recommend! Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=103921670&PinnedHotelID=103921670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=103921670&PinnedHotelID=103921670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) ![Doubletree by Hilton Salem](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200400/200384/ded1cb60_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Doubletree by Hilton Salem 1590 Weston Ct NE Salem OR £97 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews) :-) Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=200384&PinnedHotelID=200384&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) ![Oregon Garden Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2420000/2417100/2417005/01652862_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oregon Garden Resort 895 W Main St Silverton OR Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £106 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Silverton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Along with everything else, the breakfast buffet was excellent. Everyone there was very friendly and helpful Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=2417005&PinnedHotelID=2417005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) ![Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3400/3364/b95227f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn 3125 Ryan Drive SE Salem OR £111 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews) Great hotel for family Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=3364&PinnedHotelID=3364&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481837) [See all 345 properties in Central Area](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976481837) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-Court-Chemeketa-Historic-District.dx944535517953921024) ![Grants Pass Oregon Rogue River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478209/9af34d62-81cd-46b6-a979-38480f984d5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-Grant.dx553248635976478209) ![Northeast Neighbors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602975/f24aa00f-3f06-4fc6-8f6d-0b6b0ee60ab7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northeast Neighbors If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-Northeast-Neighbors.dx553248635976476964) ![South Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185375/ba892a78-b9b7-4392-b63f-1ae31ba43a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Central If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-South-Central.dx553248635976480842) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Highland While Highland isn't home to many top sights, Salem Armory Auditorium and L. B. Day Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-Highland.dx897612999347671040) ![Oregon State Capital Building in spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479523/2bd26615-5ae9-4b10-819a-0b2bb0a45c89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southeast Salem If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salem-Southeast-Salem.dx553248635976479523) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Central Area Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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