South Central Travel Guide
Salem





Visit South Central
Stay near popular South Central attractions
Things to do

Seven Falls Hiking Tour at Silver Falls State Park

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in South Central

Oregon Garden Resort
"very nice place a little old here and there but good amenities and nice employees and guests very quiet and easy to navigate. beautiful surroundings as well"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"Good rooms."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

The Independence
"We loved this hotel, room was clean, beds were comfortable, breakfast was great! Going back in November!"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"Clean room, very polite staff, breakfast was an added bonus, parking convenient and outside eating options were very convenient!"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
"When we pulled back the sheet there were long, black hairs all over. It was clear the bed had only been re-made instead of having the sheets changed. Also the fridge didn’t work and smelled bad when opened."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Best Western Woodburn
Where to stay in 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, 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 Minto-Brown Island Park, 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.

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.










