Central Area Travel Guide
Salem





Visit Central Area
Stay near popular Central Area attractions
Things to do

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Seven Falls Hiking Tour at Silver Falls State Park

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in Central Area

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"Nice, clean hotel. Only one elevator worked but that was the only issue that we had."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
"Centrally located, quaint house. Neighbor(s) very friendly. Clean and well stocked. Would definately consider this location again."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

New York Style Loft/Condo in Oldest Historic Building In Downtown Salem Oregon
"It was great!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Heart of living Downtown! City Center Salem in a lovely historical building
"A great location in a clean and comfortable apartment. Had everything we needed."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
"2 stars for location to the Gardens (which were wonderful) and very kind staff. Unfortunately, everything else was a miss for us. Very uncomfortable bed and pillows. I brought my own pillow, but my husband didn’t and wished he had. Neither of us slept well because the mattress was in such shabby ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Central Area

Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.

West Salem
When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like L. B. Day Amphitheater and Salem Armory Auditorium.

South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush House Museum and Soap box derby are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.










