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
"Everything about this place was amazing. Close to downtown & State Park"
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

The Hotel Salem
"It was a good stay. I was mostly impressed with the staff. They were wonderful. Rooms were clean, bed was nice, but pull out couch was not comfortable for sleeping. Breakfast was good. I feel the price was a little too much, but overall was good !"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"The grounds and building are very well maintained. Our room was crisp and the staff very accommodating."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
"This motel is okay for quick over night stay for low cost rate."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"Wonderful time swimming and resting during our busy weekend! Loved everything from check in, to breakfast, and rooms very big and plenty of room for 4 of us. Pool and hot tub great!!"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026
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 A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, 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 Fairgrounds Pavilion.

Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.










