Central Area, OR
Salem
Visit Central Area
Popular places to visit
Elsinore Theater
Enjoy a performance at Elsinore Theater, a storied theater in Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Oregon State Capitol
After visiting Oregon State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its 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 savor the top-notch restaurants.
Bush House Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Bush House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Salem. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.
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 savor the top-notch restaurants.
Willamette University
Explore the campus of Willamette University, during your trip to Salem. While you're in the area, wander around picturesque gardens.
Central Area Hotel Deals
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
Great stay!
Reviewed on 10 November 2025
The Grand Hotel - Salem
Great stay overall, staff is super fri
Reviewed on 11 November 2025
The Hotel Salem
The room was very clean, and the staff is very courteous.
Reviewed on 16 November 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
The room was very clean. Breakfast was very good and the breakfast eating area was bright and airy with a large window looking out on a semi-natural area. A nice change from cramped breakfast rooms.
Reviewed on 15 November 2025
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Misty at the front desk was very good at her job and exceptionally friendly.
Reviewed on 17 November 2025
The Independence
Clean, up to date
Reviewed on 21 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Central Area
Court-Chemeketa Historic District
Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grant
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grant and surrounding area, you can visit Willamette Heritage Center and Salem Armory Auditorium.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
South Central
Just south of downtown Salem, discover Bush's Pasture Park, Asahel Bush House and Museum, and Deepwood Estate, all nestled within the Gaiety Hill-Bush's Pasture Park Historic District. Enjoy a mix of history and green spaces!
Southeast Salem
While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Regal Santiam and Honeywood Winery.
Highland
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highland and surrounding area, you can visit Salem Armory Auditorium and L. B. Day Amphitheater.
Central Area, OR
- Salem Riverfront Park
- Willamette University
- Salem Hospital
- Elsinore Theater
- Oregon State Capitol
- Salem Riverfront Carousel
- Willamette Heritage Center
- Salem Convention Center
- Salem First United Methodist Church
- Saturday Market
- Historic Deepwood Estate
- A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
- Capitol City Theater
- Silver Falls State Park
- Woodburn Premium Outlets
- Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
- Enchanted Forest Theme Park
- Willamette Valley Vineyards
- Wings and Waves Waterpark
- Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum
- Willamette River
- Oregon Garden
- Western Oregon University
- Chemeketa Community College
- Linfield College
- Corban College
- Mount Angel Abbey
- Bush's Pasture Park
- Queen of Angels Monastery
- Yamhill Valley Vineyards
