West Salem Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Willamette Valley Vineyards

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.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
Elsinore Theater

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
Oregon State Capitol showing outdoor art

Oregon State Capitol

3/5(1 review)

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

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.

Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion

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

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.

Salem Riverfront Park

Activities

Meet the growers of these dynamic vintages

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

NZ$483
per adult
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private

NZ$381
per adult
Guided Jetboat Tour for Six -Private
Salem Scavenger Hunt: Oregon's Beautiful Capital

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

NZ$20
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour

Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour

NZ$2,151
per traveller
Private Willamette Valley Wine Tour
get into the photo at our favorite waterfalls!

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

NZ$148
per adult
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
A great day on a Willamette Valley Boutique Wine Tour.

Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

NZ$416
per adult
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
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Our pick of the best West Salem Hotel Deals

Willamette Valley Wine Country- 50+ Wineries. Safe 5 min from downtown Salem.
Willamette Valley Wine Country- 50+ Wineries. Safe 5 min from downtown Salem.
Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Minto-Brown Island Park and Salem Riverfront ...
Nice place great hosts
"The property is great as well as the hosts. There is still an ongoing issue with VRBO (customer service is out of country) but this is not the fault of the owners. This why the rating is low in the check in process. Luckily the property is also listing on the competition and we would book that way ..."

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2023

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Willamette Valley Wine Country- 50+ Wineries. Safe 5 min from downtown Salem.
The Tree House of Paradise
The Tree House of Paradise
Salem
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Salem. Enjoy a sauna, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Eagle Crest Reservoir and Union Street ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Excellent Hide Away
"This was a lovely, charming, quiet retreat and yet still very close to all of the conveniences of town."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

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The Tree House of Paradise
WELCOME TO THE CITY VIEW RV!
WELCOME TO THE CITY VIEW RV!
Salem
Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Eagle Crest Reservoir and Union Street Railroad Bridge are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
A unique VRBO experience
"We've never stayed in a big RV before so weren't quite sure what to expect. Gigi was very responsive, even with a bit of an issue in getting the hot tub turned on. Positives - Great location for us. Quiet location. Beautiful view from the pool/spa. Very clean inside. Helpful instructions.Improvements ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

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WELCOME TO THE CITY VIEW RV!
Salem Getaway w/ Hot Tub Near Parks & Boating!
Salem Getaway w/ Hot Tub Near Parks & Boating!
3 out of 5
145 College Dr NW, Salem, OR
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Salem. Enjoy free parking, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Minto-Brown Island Park and Cottonwood Lakes Golf Course ...
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Salem Getaway w/ Hot Tub Near Parks & Boating!
The Hotel Salem
The Hotel Salem
3 out of 5
4370 Commercial St Se, Salem, OR
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Simple, nice, friendly atmosphere"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

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The Hotel Salem
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
2.5 out of 5
1600 Motor Ct Ne, Salem, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$167 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$167
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
"The property and rooms were worn a bit from age but nicely renovated in the past several years. Great dig park. Most comfortable bed. Great staff."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
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Other neighbourhoods around West Salem

Salem showing a park

Central Area

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

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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Highland

While Highland isn't home to many top sights, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Willamette Heritage Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highland
Bush House Museum showing a garden

South Central

If you're spending some time in South Central, Historic Deepwood Estate and Bush Barn Art Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Central
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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.

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
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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

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