Southeast Salem Travel Guide
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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.
Willamette Heritage Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Willamette Heritage Center during your trip to Salem.
Things to do
Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital
Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
Willamette Valley Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch
Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour
Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in Southeast Salem
Comfort Suites Salem
"The staff was very helpful and respectful"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
"Friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"Remodeled hotel. Our bathroom had mildew above shower on the walls. Needs cleaned off. Beds were a little hard."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
"The continental breakfast was very limited. They used to have yogurt and peanut butter which they did not have anymore. They did not have half and half for coffee. By the end of our stay there was only grape jelly left for the bread. If you're diabetic you probably would not find anything to eat ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Salem, OR
"Very quiet location"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem
"The hot breakfast items were too spicy."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Southeast Salem
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.
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.
