South Central Travel Guide
Salem
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in South Central
Doubletree by Hilton Salem
The window is kind of list it’s sealing and it faced the highway. So, it’s has such loud noise that it’s impossible for you to sleep in the room.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
A beautiful experience! All of it! The grounds are stunnung and the staff so kind and friendly.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Best hotel stay we have had in a long time, will stay again.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Best Western Woodburn
The property is a bit dated, but rooms were clean and the bed was decently comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodburn
The kitchen didn't have any pots, pans, etc to cook with. The gentleman doing the breakfast was great. The lady needed some help. Customer service was great at the desk!! Thx for the stay
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Independence
Easy checkin, clean room, hot tub was extremely hot.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 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, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland 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.
Morningside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater.
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 Willamette Heritage Center and State Capitol State Park.
