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.
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.
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
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.
Central Area Hotel Deals
Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, Tapestry by Hilton
It’s always a pleasure staying at the Holman. The location is great and gives you the ability to walk not only to the beautiful waterfront or simple eat your way though downtown Salem.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
The Grand Hotel - Salem
B
Reviewed on 28 December 2025
Stylish Salem Speakeasy Downtown
Good communication with the host. Well stocked kitchen.
Reviewed on 7 January 2026
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
It was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was a nice addition at Denny’s.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
The Hotel Salem
The room was great , very clean and the shower was great , breakfast was awesome and a good variety , the eating area was very clean too, excellent value for the $ , staff were all friendly
Reviewed on 13 January 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Spotless and I ENJOYED THE STAFF. the only problem was the toilet started leaking so a maintenance man came and changed the wax ring.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around Central Area
Court-Chemeketa Historic District
Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater 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 Salem Armory Auditorium and Oregon State Capitol.
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!
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.
Southeast Salem
While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Willamette Heritage Center and Honeywood Winery.
Central Area, OR
- Willamette University
- Salem Riverfront Park
- Salem Hospital
- Elsinore Theater
- Oregon State Capitol
- Salem Riverfront Carousel
- Salem Convention Center
- Salem First United Methodist Church
- Saturday Market
- Willamette Heritage Center
- Historic Deepwood Estate
- A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
- Capitol City Theater
- Silver Falls State Park
- Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
- Willamette Valley Vineyards
- Woodburn Premium Outlets
- Enchanted Forest Theme Park
- Wings and Waves Waterpark
- Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum
- Willamette River
- Oregon Garden
- Western Oregon University
- Chemeketa Community College
- Linfield College
- Corban College
- Yamhill Valley Vineyards
- Mount Angel Abbey
- Bush's Pasture Park
