South Gateway Travel Guide
Salem
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Union Street Railroad Bridge
You can find out about the history of Salem with a stop at Union Street Railroad Bridge. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Creekside Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Creekside Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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 Gateway
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
"Room was clean, bathroom looked like the maid left half way through the job. Walls were gunky, toilet didn’t appear to have been cleaned, shower was nice and clean. Parked right outside our room so we could keep an eye on the car. Staff was friendly."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Oregon Garden Resort
"Very helpful staff. Enjoyable and comfortable stay. Will be keeping this gem in mind for the future."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
"The staff was very helpful and respectful"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Independence
"Staff was amazing, hotel and surrounding area was wonderful and safe! Breakfast is also really yummy. Overall wonderful stay and I will be staying here again."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Bridgeway Inn & Suites Sublimity
"For me, everything was excellent for the price of the room. The only inconvenience was the lack of a sufficient number of trash cans in the room."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Gateway
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
West Salem
When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and Union Street Railroad Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush House Museum and Historic Deepwood Estate are top sights worth seeing.
Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like Salem Armory Auditorium and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.
