Central Area Travel Guide

Salem
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Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Salem Riverfront Park

Explore the great outdoors at Salem Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Salem. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Salem Riverfront Park

Things to do

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Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

£230
Per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
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Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

£194
Per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
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Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

£181
Per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
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Top hotels in Central Area

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
3.5 out of 5
195 Commercial Street NE, Salem, OR
The price is £143 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£143
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (136 reviews)
"The room was comfortable, the location was outstanding. Close to restaurants, the capital, and a wonderful walking trail."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
The Grand Hotel - Salem
The Grand Hotel - Salem
3.5 out of 5
201 Liberty St Se, Salem, OR
The price is £189 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£189
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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 breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The neighborhood felt a bit sketchy."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

The Grand Hotel - Salem
Creekside View - Large 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo Over 1050 SF!
Creekside View - Large 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo Over 1050 SF!
Salem, OR
The price is £193 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£193
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this condo in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday Market are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
Salem
"Great place to unwind after a long day. Excellent host communication and very helpful. Second time I have used this host and property."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2024

Creekside View - Large 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo Over 1050 SF!
Large Condo with Creekside View Minutes From Downtown!
Large Condo with Creekside View Minutes From Downtown!
Salem, OR
The price is £192 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£192
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this condo in Salem. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Willamette Heritage Center and Saturday ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
Clean, Quiet and Close To Amenities
"This was our second stay with the owner. No issues at all. Generally walking distance to downtown and most amenities. Will certainly stay again if we’re in town."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Large Condo with Creekside View Minutes From Downtown!
Experience the charm of living Downtown! Sterilized Like an Operating Room!
Experience the charm of living Downtown! Sterilized Like an Operating Room!
Salem, OR
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Capitol City Theater and Salem ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
Cozy family apartment!
"The apartment is a very nice place to stay for a family! The city is very alive during the day with many places to visit. At night, the vibe changes and becomes louder. We were back in by 730 but could hear the noise. If we knew that the parking structure was not safe at night we would not have parked ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024

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Experience the charm of living Downtown! Sterilized Like an Operating Room!
New York Style Loft Located In A Historic Building In Downtown Salem, Oregon.
New York Style Loft Located In A Historic Building In Downtown Salem, Oregon.
Salem, OR
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Capitol City Theater and Salem Riverfront ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Unique Loft Experience
"This was a super easy place to stay in Salem. Parking was easy - and Angela had put together great instructions prior to our arrival. The location was wonderful and we had Isaac's coffee each morning as it was 2 doors down! We didn't have any issues with noise at night. I didn't know what a New York ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

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New York Style Loft Located In A Historic Building In Downtown Salem, Oregon.
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Area

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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 Oregon State Capitol.

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 showing a garden

South Central

If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush's Pasture Park and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.

South Central
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Southeast Salem

While Southeast Salem may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Honeywood Winery and Oregon State Capitol.

Southeast Salem
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West Salem

When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Park and Union Street Railroad Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Salem
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Morningside

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater.

Morningside

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