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
This place was pretty. There is a lounge off the lobby and a restaurant with great food. You can access the garden, but we didn't do that.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Comfort Suites Salem
The rooms were clean, updated and well appointed. The beds were very comfy. The bathroom was a bit cramped but probably due to the extra space in the room for the couch. The gym was small but adequate and it was located in the pool area. The pool facility was large and clean with a nice hot tub. ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Independence
Nice place.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Hotel Salem
I love the location because it is very close to my family. They have good restaurants around the area. Parking is easy
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Salem, OR
Unfortunately, the staff didn't really pay attention to the parking lot, where a bunch of people were hanging out, blasting music, and partying like crazy until late. Cleaning wasn't the best around the place, and the elevator got stuck two out of three times we tried to use it, but hey, it matches ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salem, Oregon
Could have used a couple more towels. Shower head was a little wonky. Overall was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 10 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.
