South Gateway, OR
Salem

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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 savor 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 savor 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 savor 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.
Things to do

Silver Falls Waterfall Hiking Tour from Portland

Private Wine Excursion Willamette Valley, Oregon - Wine Tour
South Gateway Hotel Deals

Doubletree by Hilton Salem
Clerk at front desk was outstanding and very welcoming
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Oregon Garden Resort
The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming! We were at the Oregon Garden to celebrate our anniversary and it was perfectly peaceful, romantic, beautiful, and fun. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and I can't think of a thing to complain about!
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
The stay was great and the staff was absolutely amazing! The breakfast was great as well but the coupons need to be fixed as they only gave an $8 discount and not a $10 discount
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

The Independence
Easy checkin, clean room, hot tub was extremely hot.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Phoenix Inn Suites - Albany
Staff were very accommodating and friendly.. ill definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem OR
Overrun by teenagers who were unsupervised. No security on site. Couldn’t sleep at all
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Other neighborhoods around South Gateway

Morningside
Though Morningside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Oregon State Capitol and Elsinore Theater.

Sunnyslope
While there might not be top attractions in Sunnyslope, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joryville County Park and Minto-Brown Island Park.

South Central
Just south of downtown Salem, discover Bush's Pasture Park, Asahel Bush House and Museum, and Deepwood Estate, all nestled within the Gaiety Hill-Bush's Pasture Park Historic District. Enjoy a mix of history and green spaces!

Southeast Salem
While visiting Southeast Salem, you might make a stop by sights like Honeywood Winery and Wunderland.

Court-Chemeketa Historic District
Court-Chemeketa Historic District might not have many top sights, but Oregon State Capitol and Willamette Heritage Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

