Northgate 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.
Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
Catch an event at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion during your trip to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Oregon State Fair Skychairs
You can take time to visit Oregon State Fair Skychairs during your travels to Salem. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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 Northgate

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
Not bad for price range was quiet especially with the activeness around the area overall pretty good stay even though housekeeping of bathroom was not acceptable, had to run to store to buy cleaning supplies to feel comfortable showering first.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Motel 6 Salem, OR - Expo Center
Good hotel for the price.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Rodeway Inn Salem Northgate
Los cuartos no son insonorizados se sienten muchísimo ruidos que no dejan descansar
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Doubletree by Hilton Salem
We don’t have much options in breakfast and not filling back after 9am, even though breakfast times were 7am to 10am. Apart from this rest all excellent.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
Property was clean and welcoming. Restaurant served high quality food and "tavern" live music was very enjoyable. We did not experience the breakfast and the spa was closed (Easter).
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
Clean quiet and comfortable. Great staff
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northgate

North Lancaster
While North Lancaster may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oregon State Fair Skychairs and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

Highland
While Highland isn't home to many top sights, Salem Armory Auditorium and L. B. Day Amphitheater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Grant
Though Grant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Willamette Heritage Center and State Capitol State Park.

North East Salem
When in North East Salem, you can plan a visit to AMF Firebird Lanes and Oregon State Fair Skychairs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Court-Chemeketa Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center.
