Central Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Area
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Willamette Valley Vineyards
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.
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.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Salem Hospital
If Salem Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Salem.
Activities
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Our pick of the best Central Area Hotel Deals
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
You have to pay for valet 32 a day or street parking for an hour, was not in plans for the stay other then that everything was amazingly good.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel - Salem
Very noisy room next to busy road. Breakfast variety was good for a hotel buffet but certainly didn’t seem “chef” prepared like touted.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
Very comfy mattress. Cute old house.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
New York Style Loft/Condo in Oldest Historical Building In Downtown Salem Oregon
Clean and fully equipped and not only beautifully decorated, but *decorated for Christmas* which was an unexpected bonus. Great location.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Doubletree by Hilton Salem
Will never stay there again, unbelievable
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
Clean room, staff very accommodating and great breakfast!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Area
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.
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.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery are top sights worth seeing.
