South Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Bush Barn Art Center
A treasure trove of regional arts and crafts is showcased at this exciting and educational contemporary art center, located on a heritage Oregon farmstead.
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'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.
Activities
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
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Our pick of the best South Central Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Clean room. Kind Staff. Comlimentary water. Good breakfast at Dennys.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Staff were nice and the breakfast was good!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Hotel Salem
Clean rooms, great staff . The breakfast was good . Easy parking and lots of places near by to eat .
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Great hotel and location! The staff was friendly and helpful. Only drawback was parking was full and the other offsite parking was a few blocks away.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
The front desk rep ensured I received a quiet room, he very friendly. I loved my room, #104, & it was pet friendly. The room was odorless & everything was clean & in working order. The buffet breakfast was great. I'll definitely stay here again, thank you!!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn
Spacious room and fantastic breakfast for the value of the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Central
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery 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 Elsinore Theater.
Morningside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Bush House Museum and Oregon State Capitol.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
Grant
Though Grant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salem Armory Auditorium and Oregon State Capitol.
South Central Travel Guide
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