Central Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Central Area
Stay near popular Central Area attractions
Activities

Salem Oregon Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Our pick of the best Central Area Hotel Deals

The Grand Hotel - Salem
"For the cost it’s not an ideal stay. The location is pretty perfectly located within the city, the overall quality of room is poor."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton

Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
"This was a cute little 2-bedroom. Very clean. Beds were comfortable. Communication with host was amazing. Loved listening to the creek right outside. It does have it little quirks, the stair case is very creeky, but it gives it character. It was close to the car show that we were attending, close ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

New York Style Loft/Condo in Oldest Historical Building In Downtown Salem Oregon
"Super fun Salem Loft. We enjoyed walking the city and experiencing all that Salem has to offer. The food options were endless. If you want to be in the heart of the city this loft is the place for you. Angela, the host, was amazing and got back to us immediately when we had questions. We will be ..."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026

The Heart of living Downtown! City Center Salem in a lovely historical building
"Very Spacious! Like new! So many good restaurants so we didn’t even cook. Every room was Well stocked with extras which is quite unusual. Beds were very comfy queen size with quality linens. Black out shades. Good water pressure. Unfortunately there is a bench right below the bedroom window and right ..."
Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Our guide on 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 Oregon State Fair Skychairs.

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

North East Salem
When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to AMF Firebird Lanes and Oregon State Fair Skychairs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.






