South Central Travel Guide
Salem





Visit South Central
Stay near popular South Central attractions
Things to do

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Seven Falls Hiking Tour at Silver Falls State Park

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Salem Oregon's Beautiful Capital

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour

Private Group, Full Day - Willamette Valley Wine Tour

Private - Willamette Valley Wine Tour From Portland (tasting fees included)
Top hotels in South Central

Oregon Garden Resort
"Nice"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
"The lobby and breakfast area were clean and bright. I’m not sure what I would rate it if I didn’t have pets, but my pet room was dreary and dark. The pet rooms are carpeted… carpeted…. With pets. Do yourselves a favor if you have pets try the Hiltons. All rooms are good for pets. But for pet owners ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear
"Doggie was happy."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Comfort Suites Salem
"It’s beautiful, the breakfast is excellent, and the staff is fantastic."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Best Western Woodburn
"The room and the staff were great. My room was quiet and clean. My only issue was the breakfast set-up. The coffee was outside in the lobby, not in with the food and other beverages, and there was only one waffle station with a long wait."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

The Hotel Salem
Where to stay in South Central

Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Honeywood Winery and Wunderland are top sights worth seeing.

West Salem
When in West Salem, you can plan a visit to Salem Riverfront Carousel and Elsinore Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like L. B. Day Amphitheater and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.

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









