Highland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
Catch an event at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion during your trip to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Activities

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Sunset Tree Climb at Silver Falls State Park

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Our pick of the best Highland Hotel Deals

The Hotel Salem
Clean room. Pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Yes Nissa at front desk was awesome!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Valet only, noisy from traffic, no continental breakfast. Clean. Nice staff.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
We had a serious issue, like being locked out of our paid for room by the agent on duty for alleged non payment. The GM handled it the next day with full satisfaction. We Will absolutely be returning.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

The Independence
Beautiful room. Love a balcony. So thrilled to bring our well behaved dog. Parking was tight.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Motel 6 Salem, OR
Very easy to get my son a room for a couple of nights without it costing an arm and a leg. Thank you!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highland

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.

Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like L. B. Day Amphitheater and Oregon State Fair Skychairs.

Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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

