South Gateway Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Creekside Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Creekside Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Activities
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
Our pick of the best South Gateway Hotel Deals
Oregon Garden Resort
Clean room very well air-conditioned, staff is wonderful. Beautiful grounds and gardens. Restaurant and lounge on site..
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
Soaking tub was very nice. Bed was very comfortable but we're glad we brought our own pillows as the room's had no support as seems to be typical for hotels nowadays. Not enough light in the bedroom. Tile floor in the main room was sticky - we think it's the cleaning products because it didn’t appear ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Independence
You will not find a better place to stay anywhere if you are planning on bicycle riding. The staff was super helpful in explaining the ease of taking our bikes to our room and they have a special room with tools if you need to do any maintenance.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Hotel Salem
Whenever we are staying in Salem this is the place to stay!! Always friendly and eager to meet your needs!!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
Overall very good stay. Nice staff
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon
Room was clean and well maintained. WiFi was down for our entire 2 night stay. Food was mediocre. They charge $10 per night to park in their parking lot and the staff looked at me like I was stupid when I asked “well, where else would I park?” No complimentary breakfast, $15 if you choose to ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Gateway
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.
Sunnyslope
While Sunnyslope isn't home to many top sights, Cottonwood Lakes Golf Course and Minto-Brown Island Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Central
If you're spending some time in South Central, Bush Barn Art Center and Bush House Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Salem
If you're spending some time in Southeast Salem, Wunderland and Willamette Heritage Center 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.
Central Area
If you're spending some time in Central Area, Elsinore Theater and Oregon State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.
