South Central Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Bush House Museum
Step back in time at this original late-19th-century farmstead and art gallery to discover Oregon’s pioneering history and the legacy of one of its founding families.
Bush Barn Art Center
A treasure trove of regional arts and crafts is showcased at this exciting and educational contemporary art center, located on a heritage Oregon farmstead.
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.
Elsinore Theater
Get tickets for a show at Elsinore Theater, a popular theatre in Salem. While you're here, 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
Explore the great outdoors at Bush's Pasture Park, a lovely green space in Salem. Experience the area's festivals or attend a sporting event.
Activities
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Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland
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Other neighbourhoods around South Central
Southeast Salem
While Southeast Salem may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bush's Pasture Park and Oregon State Capitol.
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Bush's Pasture Park and Bush House Museum.
Northeast Neighbors
If you're spending some time in Northeast Neighbors, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and Salem Armory Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
Grant
Though Grant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oregon State Capitol and Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion.
Sunnyslope
While Sunnyslope isn't home to many top sights, Minto-Brown Island Park and Bush's Pasture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.